In this online program you'll create professional, dynamic visualizations and maps using the latest geospatial technologies in GIS, data analytics and graphics applications to support industry decisions. You'll learn to visually communicate a story by researching, preparing and applying cartographic design practices to a variety of datasets. Throughout the program you'll connect with industry partners, clients and professional associations.
You learn how to:
Create and construct engaging data geovisualizations, Develop 3D visualizations and interactive maps for online and mobile applications
Use cartographic design, typography and symbolization, Design map and visualization projects for both print and digital platforms
NSCC students have been recognized by the Canadian Cartographic Association, CaGIS, Canadian Geographic, NACIS and National Geographic for excellence in cartography.
This program is offered online through the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS), Canada's largest geomatics-focused learning environment, and prepares you for a career in the global geomatics sector.
Career options
You're qualified to work in any sector that requires work with Geographic Information Systems and a has need for data visualizations, including environment, energy and mines, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, health, transportation, tourism, recreation, real estate, journalism, IT, graphic design, academia, publishing, research, municipal, provincial and federal government offices.
Our graduates work in Nova Scotia and around the world in a variety of mapping industries. A significant number of graduates have gone on to find successful careers as independent consultants.
