MSc in Geographic Information Science (GIS), Clark University

The Geographic Information Science (GIS) master’s program from Clark University is a natural extension of our internationally recognized work on the frontier of geospatial technology, and we are pioneering the interpretation of remote sensing, mapping, and analytics, continually revealing new information about our world.;The M.S. in Geographic Information Science (GIS) is a collaboration among three areas of the university: the Graduate School of Geography, the International Development, Community, and Environment (IDCE) Department, and Clark Labs, a leading developer of software-based geospatial solutions, founded and housed here at Clark University. The TerrSet/IDRISI platform developed at Clark Labs has quickly become one of the most widely used GIS systems in the world and is shaping approaches to geospatial problem-solving.;Visit the official programme website for more information;Why a Master’s in Geographic Information Science (GIS) at Clark University;Learn GIS programming skills for web mapping, automation, and advanced analytics from international leaders in the field.;Gain a competitive professional edge in a department that has been ranked #15 in the world for development studies (based on academic reputation) by QS World University Rankings.;Work closely with renowned faculty to advance the development of the software.;Access the latest technologies, including your own dedicated workstation in a Clark lab fully equipped with a range of GIS and remote sensing software.;Careers;GIS skills are increasingly valuable in today’s professional world. Our graduates find success in a growing number of fields, such as urban and regional planning, emergency response, epidemiology, environmental planning, forestry, and ecology. In addition, here you will gain skills — like project management, problem-solving, and communication — that prove invaluable in any number of industries.