Geoinformatics & Geospatial Intelligence (MS)
Program Summary
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Credits: 33 total
Degree: MS
College/School: College of Science
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
The program addresses the emerging demand for scientists trained in the collection, organization, analysis, and dissemination of information about physical features, man-made structures, moving objects, people, and events that are geo-referenced or geo-located. This program focuses primarily on the computational approaches that support the synthesis and analysis of diverse types of data in order to identify and monitor complex events and phenomena that manifest over space and time.
Career Opportunities
Students with a degree in Geoinformatics and Geospatial Intelligence can pursue careers in the federal workforce, intelligence community, and beyond.
Courses
Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Who should apply?
Applicants for this master’s should hold a BA or BS degree in a discipline related to the program’s theme from an institution of higher education accredited by a Mason-recognized U.S. institutional accrediting agency or international equivalent, including courses in differential and integral calculus. A working knowledge of a computer programming language is a plus. When the background of an individual student does not meet the program’s requirements, remedial or preparatory courses tailored to student’s needs may be recommended.
Why choose George Mason?
In today’s digitized age, technology advances the way we live and work. A Geography and Geoinformation Sciences department degree provides students with state-of-the-art geospatial knowledge to pursue careers in industry and academia.
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