Geography

Applied Geographic Information Systems associate certificate

Adding the Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) associate certificate to a degree or diploma can provide students with improved opportunities for higher-level positions in community services, environment and resource industries, and municipal or regional government.

The Applied GIS associate certificate requires three applied GIS courses (10-14 credits), where students will learn essential concepts of GIS and related geospatial technologies and gain hands-on digital mapping experience. Students have the option to complete a capstone GIS project course to create a professional-quality GIS portfolio focused on a particular industry’s data needs, workflow, geoprocessing, and digital mapping.

The Applied GIS associate certificate can be completed in several degree or diploma programs. Please refer to the appropriate degree or diploma program for information on additional requirements. Students are encouraged to consult an Academic Advisor early to ensure timely completion..

Entrance requirements

One of the following:

• Completion of one of GEOG 355, GEOG 357/BIO 357, GEOG 358, or GEOG 359.
• Completion of a 3- or 4-year degree or 2-year diploma or associate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

When to apply

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year. Qualified applicants are considered for the next intake in which there is space. See Continuous application process for more information.

Students are encouraged to formally apply to the Applied GIS associate certificate as early as possible in their university studies to facilitate advising, access to courses, and timely program completion.

How to apply

Apply online at ufv.ca/admissions/apply.

Interested applicants can contact pges@ufv.ca for additional information.

Basis for admission decision

Applicants who meet the entrance requirements will be admitted in order of their application date. This date is set when an application, all required documentation, and the application fee have been submitted.

Fees and additional costs

See the Fees and Other Costs section.

Program duration

The Applied Geographic Information Systems associate certificate requires a minimum of 10 credits. Students are encouraged to consult an Academic Advisor early to ensure timely completion.

Program outline

Three of the following courses (10-14 credits):

Note: Students wishing to use a capstone course toward program requirements must obtain approval from the Planning, Geography, and Environmental Studies department head. The capstone course must include a minimum 80% applied GIS component.

Undergraduate continuance

Students enrolled in undergraduate courses (courses numbered 100 or higher) must maintain an undergraduate Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.00 to remain enrolled in Good Academic Standing at UFV. Students in Good Academic Standing will have no registration limits placed on them. Failure to meet the minimum CGPA requirement will result in restrictions on registration and may eventually lead to academic suspension from undergraduate studies at UFV. Students on Academic Warning or Academic Probation are limited to registering in 10 credits. For further details, see the Academic standing and undergraduate continuance section of the academic calendar. Academic standing is governed by UFV's Undergraduate Continuance policy (92).

Residency

Students must complete at least 25% of the credits used towards program completion at UFV.

Course listings

For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section.