Student Experience

What to Expect

Learn both theory and practical skills

The Geographic Information Systems program is designed to introduce, develop, and refine employable GIS theory and expertise. This program offers a strong emphasis on Python programming, hands-on experience through a robust capstone project, and a valuable co-op work term. Build a competitive portfolio, make industry connections, and launch your GIS career with this program!

Learn on industry-standard software

Students will have full access to the entire ArcGIS Pro suite of tools, including all extensions, AutoCad, ENVI remote sensing software and more.

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Success Stories and Testimonials

“This program delivers up-to-date training in a rapidly changing discipline.” – Federal Government GIS Employer

“You will be attending the best GIS course in the city bar none, taught by some of the best and brightest in the whole of Canada, not just Ottawa.” – Graduate, Geographic Information Systems

“You will need 100% of everything you do in this program.” – Graduate, Geographic Information Systems

Work Integrated Learning

Apply your GIS skills to a capstone project

In the final term, students apply their expertise in a capstone project. Working in small teams, students are partnered with industry or government sponsors, who help define the scope and facilitate the project as it evolves. This capstone project has helped students establish contact with potential employers and build their experience and portfolios as GIS professionals.

Get your career started with co-op

Eligible students will have the opportunity to secure a co-op work term in their fourth and final term. The co-op work term is paid and offers students valuable work experience in industry or government and may lead to full-time employment down the road.