Bachelor of Technology in Geographic Information Systems

A career in GIS can take you where you want to go. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology is used to manage and utilize geographic data, and is widely recognized as an essential tool in such diverse fields as forest management, urban planning, engineering, municipal management, business, and environmental studies. Geospatial technology use is growing at a rapid pace around the world and exciting opportunities for well educated and trained people are increasing. Whether you are a recent university or college graduate getting started in a career, or an experienced professional seeking new employment opportunities or career advancement, BCIT’s Bachelor of Technology in GIS degree provides excellent opportunities for career enhancement and professional growth.This program will appeal to graduates from many areas - for example: Environmental Management. Public Health. Land Use Planning. Engineering. Natural Resource Management. Transportation. Real Estate. Utilities. Business and Marketing. Mineral Exploration - who wish to learn how to integrate GIS technology in their profession.

Geographic information systems (GIS) is a multidisciplinary field and has applications in a wide variety of professions and industries. The GIS Department welcomes applicants from most academic areas.Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains.English language proficiency: Category 2 – English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalentPost-secondary: one of the following from a recognized institution:Diploma (minimum 60.0 credits)Associate degreeBachelor's degreeA minimum of 60.0 credits of courses from one or more recognized post-secondary institutions including:3.0 credits in BCIT Communications courses or equivalent and18.0 credits at the second-year or higher level