Program Overview
The Geographic Information Systems at Johns Hopkins University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Computer Science & IT, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geographic Information Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 3,782 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geographic Information Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Web Mapping
- Geographic Information Systems
- Remote Sensing: Earth Observing Systems and Applications
- Geospatial Data Modeling
- Spatial Analysis with
- Development and Management of GIS Projects
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a regionally accredited US college or university. The programs require a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of undergraduate studies. Meeting the minimum GPA requirement does not guarantee admission. Particular interests and work experience may also be considered.
- One semester of undergraduate calculus and one semester of undergraduate statistics or demonstration of proficiency in algebra and familiarity with the elements of calculus and statistics.
- Applicants who do not have the necessary undergraduate training in calculus or statistics may be offered provisional admission if their other credentials are strong.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,782 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 3,782 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Johns Hopkins University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Johns Hopkins University
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University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-01
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