Hons in Geographic Information Science is a honours degree in Visual Arts programme offered by Western University in London, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 46,110 per year (CAD 6,050 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Honours Degree
Field:Visual Arts
Local tuition: CAD 6,050 / year
International tuition: CAD 46,110 / year
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Honours Specialization in Geographic Information Science is an undergraduate program in Western University's Faculty of Social Science, leading to an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree. The module totals 10.0 courses, including a foundational course in GIS fundamentals, an introductory course in GIS and cartography, a course in physical geography, 1.5 courses in advanced GIS and spatial analysis, 2.0 courses drawn from GIS technology and computer science options, a GIS capstone course, and 3.5 additional upper-level Geography and Environment electives. The curriculum develops applied skills in geospatial data collection, mapping, and spatial analysis alongside a grounding in physical geography, preparing graduates for further study or careers in fields such as urban planning, environmental management, remote sensing, and geospatial technology. Entry to the module requires completion of first-year requirements with no failures and an average of at least 70% (no mark below 60%) in 3.0 principal courses including a specified course in Geography and Environment or Environmental Science, or, for upper-year students, equivalent 2000-level courses completed with a minimum mark of 60%.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Completion of first-year requirements with no failures, with an average of at least 70% and no mark below 60% in 3.0 principal courses including a specified course in Geography and Environment or Environmental Science. Upper-year students may substitute equivalent 2000-level Geography and Environment courses completed with a minimum mark of 60%.
