Master of Science in Applied Geospatial Analytics
Purdue University’s 100% online Master's in Applied Geospatial Analytics program combines a world-class graduate degree in geospatial analysis with the convenience of online coursework. You will gain skills to create strategic data-driven analyses, with a focus on geospatial intelligence.
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Overview
Discover if the Master of Science in Applied Geospatial Analytics is Right For You
Purdue University’s 100% online Master of Science in Applied Geospatial Analytics provides the perfect combination of a world-class education and the flexibility to balance your studies with professional and personal commitments. This program is designed to equip you with advanced technical expertise and problem-solving skills, enabling you to interpret and analyze complex geospatial data effectively.
Through a specialized curriculum, you will learn how to develop impactful, strategic communication based on high-quality, data-driven analyses and visualizations. By focusing on geospatial data and intelligence, you will gain the tools needed to tackle real-world challenges and drive meaningful innovation in a variety of fields.
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Program Specifics
Degree Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
- Undergraduate level Statistics course completion (recommended)
- Minimum of three years of professional experience (preferred but not mandatory)
- An application fee of $60 ($75 for international students)
- TOEFL or IELTS score (only applicable to international students)
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Core Courses – 24 Credit Hours
- ABE 65100 – Environmental Informatics (3 credits)
- AGRY 54500 – Remote Sensing of Land Resources (3 credits)
- ASM 54000 – Geographic Information System Application (3 credits)
- CGT 57500 – Data Visualization Tools and Applications (3 credits)
- CNIT 57500 – Data Analysis (3 credits)
- CNIT 51000 – Data Literacy (3 credits)
- COM 60111 – Seminar in Strategic Communication (3 credits)
- FNR 58700 – Advanced Spatial Ecology and GIS (3 credits)
Electives (Choose Two) – 6 Credit Hours
- COM 60911 – Strategic Public Relations (3 credits)
- COM 60311 – Seminar in Crisis Communication (3 credits)
- COM 62111 – Strategic Communication and Social Media (3 credits)
- COM 65000 – Communication and Leadership (3 credits)
Advanced Geospatial Analytics
Expertise Students will develop specialized skills in analyzing spatial data through cutting-edge technologies, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial modeling.
Hands-On Data-Driven Solutions
Through project-based coursework, students apply geospatial analytics techniques to solve real-world problems. These hands-on experiences prepare them to tackle challenges in areas like urban planning, environmental monitoring, and more.
Industry-Relevant Tools and Techniques
Students gain proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, and Python programming for geospatial analysis. This technical foundation equips graduates to address complex spatial problems with confidence.
For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.
Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.
Career Outcomes
Top Job Titles
- Climate Scientist
- Emergency Management and Disaster Planning
- Environmental Resource Management
- Forester
- GIS/Geospatial Analyst
- Health Geographer
- Oceanographer
- Planner (Land Use, Regional, Transportation, Urban)
- Surveying and Data Reporting Professional
Top Industries
- Construction Management
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Geography
- Military
- Public Health
- Public Utilities
Source: LightcastTM (2023). Unique job postings for July 2022-2023. Projected growth for years 2023-2033.
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