BeachGIS

Master of Science in Geographic Information Science

The Master of Science in Geographic Information Science (MSGISci) degree program at CSULB is a one-year, 30-unit program designed to address the needs of individuals across the geospatial workforce who require focused and specialized training to become competitive and contribute to the range of positions in this diverse industry. The program’s coursework addresses core competencies including advanced technical and analytical training in geospatial sciences, as well as professional and interpersonal skills. The program’s coursework is designed to develop competencies essential for successful entry into the geospatial workforce. Courses are offered on nights and weekends to facilitate access to working professionals. The program is cohort-based with applications accepted for Fall only. Visit http://www.beachgis.com for additional details.

  • GISC 601: Geospatial Professionalism (may be offered as 1 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 602: Applied GIS (may be offered as 2 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 603: Cartographic Visualization (may be offered as 2 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 604: Enterprise GIS Development (may be offered as 2 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 605: Programming for Geospatial Professionals (may be offered as 2 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 606: Applied Remote Sensing (may be offered as 2 to 4 units; 4 required)
  • GISC 607: Project Orientation and Support (2 units)
  • GSIC 608: Applied Project (4 units)