Undergraduate Minor in Geographic Information Science

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Geographic information science (GIS) minors develop an in-depth understanding of spatial analysis and the art of digital map-making that complements discipline-specific knowledge. GIS has become a key approach to an increasingly large number of endeavors, from land-use planning and environmental management to epidemiology through law enforcement. It relies on geospatial technologies and research that include internet mapping, in-vehicle navigation systems, digital cartography, imagery taken by airplanes and satellites, spatial analysis and modeling of social and natural processes, and visualization and data mining of complex information. This minor will improve your marketability and open up opportunities for intellectual and professional development.

Courses and Requirements

Declare Your Minor

General Instructions (except CFANS students)

To declare your GIS minor, download and fill out the GIS minor declaration form (opens in a new tab) and email it to [email protected]. Make an appointment with the geography advisor at z.umn.edu/geogappts to talk over the minor and declare.

CFANS Student Declaration Instructions

CFANS students can declare the minor through CFANS by submitting the CFANS minor declaration form (opens in a new window).

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