With four start dates available each year and intensive 10-week semesters, this rigorous online program is geared toward working professionals who want to advance their career. As a graduate of this program, you will:
The MS program is designed as an extension of the Graduate Certificate in Digital Mapping but has a separate application and admission requirements. Credits from all previous MAP coursework for the graduate certificate count toward the MS.
Courses for the Graduate Certificate in Digital Mapping (11 credits):
MAP 671: Introduction to New Mapping (3 credits)
MAP 672: Programming for Web Mapping (4 credits)
MAP 673: Design for Interactive Web Mapping (4 credits)
Courses for the Master of Science in Digital Mapping (30 credits):
MAP 671: Introduction to New Mapping (3 credits)
MAP 672: Programming for Web Mapping (4 credits)
MAP 673: Design for Interactive Web Mapping (4 credits)
MAP 674: Spatial Data Analysis and Visualization (4 credits)
MAP 675: Collaborative Geovizualization (4 credits)
MAP 701: History of Critical Cartography (2 credits)
MAP 719: Social Impacts of New Mapping (3 credits)
MAP 698: Final Project Preparation (3 credits)
MAP 699: Final Project Implementation (3 credits)
"I came to the course with little to no coding experience. I left with the skills and tools to write my own code, the ability to apply advanced spatial analysis, an understanding of multiple web mapping platforms, as well as an online portfolio to showcase my own work."
Please note that federal financial aid is not available for certificate programs, but other financial resources may be available on the Financial Aid page.
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