Geospatial Science & Methods Certificate of Graduate Study

This Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Geospatial Science & Methods provides an introduction to how information becomes data that can be presented visually in the form of a map, to communicate to an audience, yield new analytical insights, or present patterns and relationships unavailable in other forms and continues to advanced analytical modes using various spatial data types.

This COGS in Geospatial Science & Methods is intended to expose students with previous undergraduate experience in disciplines such as engineering, disaster management and emergency preparedness, public health, business, social sciences, communication, the natural and environmental sciences, and education to key concepts, practices, and techniques in GIS and their application to geospatial/environmental problems. With three required courses, students can demonstrate their competence and familiarity with key spatial data preparation, analysis, and visualization techniques that may complement and enhance preparedness for a wide variety of occupations and disciplines. This COGS is specifically targeted toward students who do not yet have a background in geospatial methods, such as those coming from Engineering, Planning, Biosciences, Humanities, or other disciplines, but it could complement the previous experience of students who had taken some coursework in Geography and GIS (especially by focusing on advanced courses in the choice bank).

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Geospatial Science & Methods is a full-time or part-time program offered in a face-to-face format on our Glassboro, NJ campus. It requires the completion of 10 graduate semester hours (3 courses).

• 3 Courses / 10 Semester Hours
• Foundation Courses: No
• Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No
  • To be awarded the COGS, students must complete all courses required for the COGS with at least a 2.0 average.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy

No transfer credits

Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

• Completed Application Form
• $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
• Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Current professional resume