GIS & Geomatics Education – University Programs

Geomatics  is a highly specialized field of study that focuses on the application of geographic information systems (GIS) and related technologies in the fields of surveying, mapping, and spatial analysis. It involves the use of data and technology to help professionals identify, collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information. GIS & Geomatics Education Resources

GIS and Geomatics education has become increasingly important as the field of geospatial technologies continues to evolve and expand. As the need for data-driven decision making continues to grow, geomatics education has become an invaluable asset to many industries. Geomatics education focuses on the application of GIS, remote sensing, and related technologies to solve problems in the fields of engineering, urban planning, cartography, and more. It is an essential tool for making informed decisions about the environment, as well as for creating and managing geographic information systems.

We use the “University Programs” section of our site to share various information about University Programs offering GIS & Geomatics related education. See the various pages listed further below for more information on GIS & Geomatics related University Programs …

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Carleton University Geomatics

Carleton University Geomatics

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The Carleton University BA in Geomatics exploring various applications in planning, environmental and resources management, hazard mapping, demographics, market analysis, and education. Practical experience will be gained in geomatics, cartography, remote sensing, and quantitative analysis.
Fleming College Geomatics

New Pathway to a GIS Master’s Degree for Fleming College Graduates

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Fleming College graduates now have the option of completing a master’s degree at Vancouver Island University (VIU) – the first pathway of its kind for the college. VIU and Fleming have signed an agreement that allows eligible graduates of Fleming’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs to enter the second year of VIU’s Master of GIS Applications program (MGISA).
GIS Training at Colleges and Universities

GIS Training at Colleges and Universities

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Our ever evolving Geomatics industry has lead to increased demands for specialized GIS training, and Canada has remained on top of the leading GIS education providers for many years. Here are some of the best Colleges and Universities that offer GIS related programs. This page was created on the site a number of years back to highlight some of the best Colleges and Universities in Canada that offer GIS related programs.
Acadia University - Master of Science in Applied Geomatics

Acadia University – Master of Science in Applied Geomatics

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Acadia University teamed up with COGS (Centre of Geographic Sciences) in 2005 to provide a unique joint Master of Science in Applied Geomatics program. The Masters program is a full 2 year program of collaborative technical coursework, research and data analysis. This unique faculty offers students to complete their Thesis / Research Project under joint supervision with a combination of technical and academic emphasizes.
University of Toronto GIS for Environmental Management

University of Toronto – GIS for Environmental Management

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The University of Toronto offers a Certificate in GIS for Environmental Management program that helps students build a solid foundation of GIS and Remote Sensing concepts and theory while developing skills related to environmental management. The one year certificate programs is comprised of two required core GIS courses and two other geomatics related courses, all offered through distance education online over the internet.
Trent University Geography Degree with GIS

Trent University Geography Degree with GIS

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The Geography department at Trent University has a strong emphasis on field based hands on learning with interdisciplinary study. Many of their courses are mixed with other departments and programs such as the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) program witch is associated with Geomatics at Fleming College.
Vancouver Island University GIS

Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications – Vancouver Island University

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VIU's Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications (ADGISA)is offered both with either an In-Class or a fully Online version. In both options, students learn how to use GIS as spatial information and problem-solving tools in addressing real world problems.
Queen's University GIS Certificate

Queen’s University GIS Certificate

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The Certificate in Geographic Information Science at Queen's University provides the fundamentals of GIS, remote sensing and cartography. The Program is made available to all Queen's University undergraduate students regardless of degree concentration, and is basically intended for those who wish to enhance an undergraduate degree by combining it with GIS
McMaster University ESRI Development Centre

McMaster University ESRI Development Centre

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The School of Geography and Earth Sciences at McMaster has established a long history of teaching and research ESRI products. In 2008 McMaster became the first University in Canada that was designated an ESRI Development Centre(EDC). The McMaster GIS program emphasizes the development of a strong working knowledge of current ESRI GIS software and builds real world expertise and skills using state of the art desktop GIS tools and analysis for a wide variety of multi disciplinary applications.