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Certificate - Certificate [1 Years]
$7,500 /Yr On-campus full_time

Certificate Geographic Information Science

  • The Certificate in Geographic Information Science at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is offered a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • In this program, some courses are available through distance and/or continuing education.
  • Students will learn the concepts, practice the applications, and build basic skills in using GIS software to address natural resource management issues.
  • In this hands-on approach to using GIS software and technologies students will learn about:
    • UAV/Drone data acquisition interpretation and process
    • GIS process automation
    • Database and worksheet design
    • Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
    • Web mapping and web cartography
    • Remote sensing and image analysis
  • Student's training will include hands-on learning, field experience, and an applied research project, where they will have the opportunity to work on a resource management-related project.
  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic has an excellent track record when it comes to getting grads into jobs: 80% of GIS grads are working in their field within six months of graduation. 
  • Students can work as GIS mapping technicians, GIS specialists, mapping cartographers, GPS operators, data analysts, or remote sensing analysts.
  • The average salary of the program goes up to 43,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1
Tuition Fees $7500
Total Fees $7500

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 81 120 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 63 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete Grade 12 from a recognized college or institution.
  • A minimum of 65% average in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30 (combined) is required.
  • Students hold a minimum of 60% in workplace and apprenticeship Math 30 or 60% in Foundations of Math 30 or 60% in Pre-Calculus 30.
  • Computer knowledge is also required to get admission in this program.

Language Requirments:

  • Students must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (English) in the program. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.
  • Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL Scores.