The Bachelor of Arts in Geographic Information Science (GIS) at the University of Oklahoma equips you to address critical challenges in spatial analysis, mapping, and remote sensing. You will explore how geographic information systems are used for gathering, analyzing, and visualizing geographically referenced data, enabling better decision-making across numerous professional fields. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students interested in integrating computer technologies, human factors, and location to reveal spatial relationships, patterns, and trends, providing a robust foundation in a discipline vital to understanding our world.
You will study this program on campus full-time over eight semesters, engaging with core coursework in spatial thinking, computer cartography, and GIS fundamentals, alongside practical applications in remote sensing. The curriculum includes quantitative methods, qualitative research, and opportunities for advanced study through applied GIS courses and electives. Your learning experience culminates in a capstone project, allowing you to synthesize your knowledge and skills. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths in urban planning, environmental management, meteorology, and data analysis, with the analytical and technical expertise sought by employers globally.