Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems in Castlegar Canada | Selkirk College

Selkirk College | Castlegar Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 13,671
(c. USD9,830.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Versatile and dynamic, GIS serves diverse applications, enabling data-driven choices, trend analysis, and compelling visual storytelling. This technology transforms spatial data into interactive, multi-layered maps rich with insights. Become a sought-after professional across industries ranging from business to healthcare and environmental sciences.
After completing this program, graduates will be able to:

Describe how project management fundamentals contribute to effective GIS initiatives
Facilitate multi-stakeholder collaboration using GIS tools
Employ communication techniques tailored to various audiences through presentations, technical writing, and discussions
Display professional conduct that enhances career growth and workplace relationships
Collect, transform, and manage both spatial and non-spatial datasets
Establish procedures to evaluate and record data origins, quality, and proper usage
Investigate innovative approaches while adapting to emerging technologies
Show expertise in handling, processing, and automating spatial data within GIS platforms
Integrate geospatial information to produce significant outcomes
Address research inquiries with precision and effectiveness


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Completion of 60 credits from a diploma/associate degree or applied/academic degree from an accredited post-secondary institution with an average GPA of at least 2.33.

Submission of a TOEFL score of IBT 80 or better; or

Submission of an IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5 or better; or

Submission of an acceptable score on the Language Proficiency Index score of 4 or better.

Tuition CAD 13,671
Castlegar, BC, Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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