Geospatial technologies provide new and evolving expertise for addressing the major challenges of our time by transforming data into geographically referenced information. UVM is a leader in the use of geospatial technologies in teaching and research.

Satellite and aerial imagery, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, Remote Sensing (RS), and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) have driven geospatial technologies (GST) to the forefront of a revolution in the acquisition, integration, and analysis of geospatial data. These data are useful in addressing a wide array of environmental issues, locally and globally.

UVM offers multiple GST academic programs and courses that emphasize a deep understanding of core concepts, engagement in real-world applications, and use of the latest technologies.

Our Offerings

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Academics

UVM offers a range of GST courses which may be used to obtain a minor or a professional certificate. Find out more about the curriculum, courses, advising, and more.
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Research

At UVM, faculty, staff, and students conduct a myriad of research using GST. Find out more about the research we do within the university as well as our involvement with the broader community and other partners.
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Resources

UVM has a number of resources for those involved with GST. We provide access to scholarship opportunities, internships, software, Vermont Advanced Computing Core (VACC), data sources, and more.

Geospatial Technologies

Undergraduate Minor

Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences

program formatFormat: On-campus

Credit hours to graduate15