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Certificate in Geographic Information Science Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Prince Albert Campus Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Prince Albert Campus, Canada

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CAD 16519

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 150

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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81

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

eographic information science (GIS) is a relatively new field that uses computer technology to link maps to digital data. Environmental agencies and resource companies rely on the skills of GIS technicians when they’re making critical decisions about the development and use of forests, fisheries, wildlife and land.

If you have good computer skills, a keen eye for detail and an interest in natural resource management and land use planning, the GIS for Resource Management program will interest you. Even better, you can launch your career in less than a year.

Geographic Information Science for Resource Management is a one-year certificate program offered full time at Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert campus. Some courses are available through distance and/or continuing education. Computer literacy is essential to handling the course load.

The resource management focus is unique. You’ll learn the concepts, practice the applications and build basic skills in using GIS software to address natural resource management issues. In this hands-on approach to using GIS software and technologies you’ll learn about:

  • UAV/Drone data acquisition interpretation and process
  • GIS process automation
  • Database and worksheet design
  • Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
  • Web mapping and web cartography
  • Remote sensing and image analysis
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 81.0  Minimum Listening - 19.0  Minimum Reading - 19.0  Minimum Writing - 19.0  Minimum Speaking - 19.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 63 - With no score less than - 50
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):

  • Minimum 65% average in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30 (combined)
  • Minimum 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or 60% in Foundations of Math 30 or 60% in Pre-Calculus 30*

6.5 IELTS Score
81 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
63 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

16519

Tuition Fee
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CAD 150

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

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Scholarships

Saskatchewan Polytechnic does not offer any entry scholarships to international students. There are some student awards available for international students details of which are available at https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/international/international-scholarships.aspx. These are only for students who are studying at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and have completed at least one academic term there.

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