Master of Science in GIS at VU University Amsterdam
- Degree: MSc in Geographical Information Sciences
- Admission: Bachelor’s degree from a university of applied sciences or a research university, or another Master’s degree
- Duration: 3 years part-time; students must attend the VU full-time for one week per year
- Prerequisites: Depends on the field of study
- Theory: Online courses at VU
- Practical training: Practical courses at the Geo-ICT Training Center, Netherlands
- Supervision: Study coach from Geo-ICT Training Center, Netherlands
- Course load: 12 to 16 hours per week
- Language of instruction: English
- Content: Delves deeply into Geo-Visualization, Geo-Processing, Geodata Science, and Machine Learning
- Work: You are already working in the geosector; if you are still looking for a job, you can participate in our traineeship
- Price: €350 per month (total of 36 months)
The accredited Master of Science program offers in-depth training in the latest GIS technologies and techniques, preparing you for a wide range of professional opportunities in sectors such as environmental science, urban planning, and more. In the part-time online English-language Master’s in Geographical Information Sciences, you’ll learn how to apply GIS in decision-making processes within government, the business sector, and other organizations. Develop skills to analyze and visualize data through informative maps, and apply them to challenges such as climate change, energy transition, healthcare, housing, and mobility.
Are you interested? For questions about the program content, please contact us here. For questions about combining the program with a traineeship, please contact us here.
