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Mapping and GIScience

Mapping and GIScience

Explore the world through Mapping and GIScience

The Mapping and GIScience program at the University of Kentucky prepares students to understand and analyze spatial relationships through geographic information systems (GIS), cartography, remote sensing and geospatial technologies.

 

Students develop technical and analytical skills while learning how mapping and spatial data are used to address real-world challenges in areas such as environmental sustainability, urban planning, emergency management, public health and business analytics.

 

The program combines hands-on experience, interdisciplinary learning and applied research opportunities to prepare students for careers in a rapidly growing field.

Career Options

A background in Mapping and GIScience prepares students for careers including:

GIS Analyst, GIS Developer, Cartographer, Surveying and Mapping Technician, Geographer

Geospatial Data Analyst, Spatial Data Scientist, Remote Sensing Analyst, GeoAI Specialist, Business Intelligence Analyst

Urban and Regional Planning Technician, Transportation Planner, Emergency Management Analyst

Environmental Analyst, Conservation and Natural Resources Specialist, Public Health Data Analyst