21 Distance learning Master Programmes in Geographic Sciences 2024
Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems
Johns Hopkins University, Advanced Academic Programs
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- Online USA
Part time
1 Year
Distance learning
English
The Johns Hopkins Online Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) offers you a scientific foundation in the fascinating fields of spatial data modeling, spatial data analysis, geo-visualization, and enterprise GIS architecture.
Master of Science in Geographic Information Science Administration
University of West Florida Online
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- Pensacola, USA
Full time
36 Months
Distance learning
English
The University of West Florida’s online Master of Science in Geographic Information Science offers convenience and competitive tuition to students looking to develop professional skills in geospatial science and business management. UWF provides a mix of hands-on software training with conceptual instruction from highly qualified GIS professionals. Designed for the working professional, the up-to-date, quality course content can be completed from anywhere.
- Online USA
Full time, Part time
9 Months
Distance learning
English
Mestrado em Ciência e Sistemas de Informação Geográfica -Especialização em Ciência e Sistemas de Informação Geográfica
NOVA IMS - Information Management School
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- Lisbon, Portugal
Full time
2 years
Distance learning, On-Campus
Portuguese
- Online USA
Full time, Part time
1 Year
Distance learning
English
There is an ever-growing science to developing the geographical structure of a unique area. The Master’s in Geographic Information Systems is the understanding of data to make informed decisions surrounding geographical areas and various other plots of surfaces. Whether you are wanting to learn about the intricacies of mapping, remote sensing, or geospatial data this program’s design is to help you achieve your goals.
Master in Geography and Environmental Engineering
Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering
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- Baltimore, USA
Full time
9 Months
Blended, Distance learning, On-Campus
English
We are anchored in two schools: The Whiting School of Engineering and the Bloomberg School of Public Health, and our students benefit from close interdisciplinary partnerships with the School of Medicine, Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, and the Carey Business School. Our strategic partnerships across the institution and around the world advance technology, human health, and resiliency. Our ever-evolving academic programs combine theory with practical experiences to address real-world problems.
Master of Science in Geographical Information Science & Systems – UNIGIS
UNIGIS Salzburg - Paris Lodron University Salzburg
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- Salzburg, Austria
Part time
2 years
Distance learning
English, German, Spanish
UNIGIS Salzburg is part of the Department of Geoinformatics at the Paris Lodron University Salzburg. There, UNIGIS is responsible for the remote study programs UNIGIS MSc (CE) (2-year-program) and UNIGIS professional (1-year-program). As a founding member of the UNIGIS International Association, UNIGIS Salzburg has 30 years of experience in distance learning/teaching and counts 3000+ alumni.
- Guildford, United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
Distance learning, On-Campus
English
Geotechnical engineering – the mechanics of the earth’s materials – is a sector with a huge global skills shortage, meaning that well-trained geotechnical engineers are in high demand.
- Online
Full time, Part time
Distance learning
Spanish
In addition to delving into the traditional large blocks, the Master's also focuses on the aspect of numerical modeling in geotechnics, which is essential today to carry out responsibilities and functions in this field.
- Washington, USA
- Online
Full time, Part time
12 Months
Distance learning
English
Gain a solid foundation in geospatial data science, programming and application development, predictive analytics, big data technologies, and project management through Johns Hopkins University’s MS in Geographic Information Systems degree.
- Orono, Maine, USA
Full time, Part time
Distance learning
English
The program focuses on advancing knowledge about spatial information particularly with respect to concepts needed in next-generation information systems. Emphasis is placed on developing novel concepts and methods in the broad field of geographic information science for storing, accessing, analyzing, and managing spatial data, and modeling, extracting, integrating, visualizing, and communicating geospatial information.
- Lund, Sweden
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance learning
English
This is an internet-based distance learning programme in which you learn how to analyse and model spatial phenomena, focusing on natural resources, using GIS (Geographical Information Systems) and remote sensing and environmental modelling. You can adopt the learning methods that work best for you and choose your own pace of study for any given semester. The programme offers hands-on training using up-to-date software and affords the opportunity to achieve deep theoretical understanding, as well as excellent technical skills, of e.g. spatial programming, SDI, database management, cartography and environmental modelling. The programme is taught by world-class faculties in Sweden (Lund University) and the Netherlands (University of Twente).
- Leeds, United Kingdom
Part time
36 Months
Distance learning
English
Geographical information is integrated into our day-to-day life and is crucial to a growing number of industries in both the public and private sectors. Our Geographical Information Science MSc will provide you with in-depth and specialist knowledge of GIS techniques. You’ll focus on scientific, technical and computational aspects of Geographical Information Science (GIScience), with particular reference to the socioeconomic and environmental sciences.
- Headington, United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
12 Months
Distance learning, On-Campus
English
Designed in collaboration with leading industry professionals, this MSc in Spatial Planning is a varied and interdisciplinary course that prepares you for work as a planner in a wide range of roles.
PgDip/MSc in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
Ulster University School of Geography and Environmental Science
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- Belfast, United Kingdom
Part time
3 years
Distance learning
English
Designed to provide up-to-date content and experience of both Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) topics, this course incorporates theoretical materials and extensive hands-on exercises covering aspects such as acquisition, manipulation, analysis and interpretation of various forms of geospatial data.