Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications | Vancouver Island University

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Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications | Vancouver Island University

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  • Vancouver Island University, 200 Opgaard Drive, Nanaimo, BC V9R 7B4, Canada
  • 1.888.920.2221 ext. 6153
  • www.viu.ca/adgisa
Updated: Dec 14, 2014 Overview Reviews

Vancouver Island University (VIU) has developed as one of Canada’s centers for GIS education.

VIU’s Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications (ADGISA)is offered both with either an In-Class or a fully Online version. In both options, students learn how to use GIS as spatial information and problem-solving tools in addressing real world problems. The eight month In-Class program is equally divided between learning hands-on concepts and mastering GIS as a tool in solving real world problems.

The online program is similar to the In-Class program but spread out over sixteen months and tailored to those who are currently employed or can not relocate to Nanaimo, British Columbia.  Both options are delivered as a package and no individual courses are offered. ESRI’s ArcGIS is the main software package used in the delivery of these programs including a select number of course modules, available through ESRI’s Virtual Campus.

VIU has six experts in GIS and Remote Sensing, three of whom teach full-time in the ADGISA program. All of the ADGISA instructors are dedicated, full-time faculty members committed to ensuring our students’ success. A very high proportion of program graduates have successfully secured full-time jobs in GIS.


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