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Diploma of Geographic Information Systems

Selkirk College

  • Castlegar, Canada
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Diploma

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About the program

The GIS Certificate focuses on computerised cartography and spatial databases applied to environmental biology.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights: yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Geographic Information Systems. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Geographic Information Systems Specialist
  • Geographic Information Systems Research Assistant
  • Related Entry-Level Professional

Curriculum

  • At least 18 credits: nine required credits starting with introduction to environmental biology and GIS fundamentals
  • Then nine credits of GIS electives applying ArcGIS
  • Remote sensing and geographic data management to conservation
  • Freshwater and invasive species ecology.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • BC senior secondary school diploma or equivalent
  • or age 19 or over as a mature student
  • plus programme prerequisites such as Grade 12 English at 60 to 67 percent
  • a portfolio or an audition where required. International applicants meet the programme's English requirement (IELTS 6.0 overall
  • no band below 5.5
  • unless the programme states a higher score). Advanced diplomas require a related diploma or degree (about 60 credits).

Accepted academic background

Completed diploma, associate degree or degree (60 credits) in a related field; Rural Pre-Medicine: secondary school graduation with 67 percent in listed courses

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts

How to apply

  1. Check the programme entry and English requirements; most programmes accept applications up to 12 months before the start ( Apply online through EducationPlannerBC or with the Selkirk application package and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Email transcripts
  2. test scores
  3. passport ID page and resume if applicable. Receive a conditional letter of acceptance showing tuition. Pay tuition and fees (due on acceptance) to receive the unconditional offer; the seat deposit equals one 15-week semester's tuition and is non-refundable for new students. Apply for a study permit with a provincial attestation letter (PAL).

Other costs

Tuition per year$16,590 CAD
Application fee$100 CAD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusCastlegar Campus
Faculty or schoolEnvironment & Geomatics
DepartmentGeographic Information Systems
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay_
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, funding and application deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.