Master of Applied Science [M.A.S] [Geospatial Information Technologies] From Delta State University

The MAS-GIT degree program offers education and practice of geospatial information science, advanced geospatial analysis, remote sensing, digital image processing and information extraction, photogrammetry, computer programing and innovative research. The program is designed to meet the needs of students from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds (e.g., biological and physical sciences, environmental management, computer information systems, social sciences, interdisciplinary studies) who have completed an undergraduate degree and seek advanced academic training in geospatial information technologies.

The program focuses on state-of-the-art geospatial science and technologies that practitioners in geospatial fields seek. The program combines a professional orientation with an academic foundation by requiring both course work and practicum. Students are provided with research opportunities to solve and document real world geospatial problems. The program prepares students for entering professions and advancing careers in government, private industry, and academic research in geospatial fields.