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Geomatics: Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (Certificate)

York University

Faculty:Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Geography
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,200
International: $40,000
Scholarships:13
Careers:Geographers

Description:

Geomatics encompass the logic, art, science and technology involved in collecting, managing, and communicating geographically-referenced information in its many forms. It is concerned with the accurate measurement, representation, storage, query, retrieval, analysis, mapping, and presentation of geographic data and information.

The Geomatics Certificate combines the study and immersion within the major developments experienced in geographical information science, geographic information systems, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and global positioning systems by linking theories and science to experiences that intersect hardware, software, equipment, algorithms, and techniques.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73 to 100
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Requirements for admission:

    Direct Entry Students:

    • The certificate is open to students who previously completed an undergraduate degree in a related field from an accredited institution. Students are admissible with a cumulative grade point average of 5.00/9.00 (C+). Individuals without an undergraduate degree but who have previous relevant work experience may also apply to the certificate.

    Concurrent Students:

    • The certificate in Certificate in Geomatics: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing may be completed concurrently with either a Bachelor’s or Honours degree program at York University. Students may register in the certificate program after completing 24 credits at York University with cumulative GPA of 5.00/9.00 (C+). Certificates will not be conferred until candidates have successfully completed their undergraduate degree program.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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