The GIS Program at UMM offers several ways to learn and apply geospatial technology, including bachelors and associates degree programs, as well as an innovative certificate program.
The GIS Program at UMM offers several ways to learn and apply geospatial technology, including bachelors and associates degree programs, as well as an innovative certificate program.
GIS Degree Programs
You can combine your interests in cyberspace and the great outdoors with our bachelor degree programs combining GIS with outdoor and environmental fields:
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies/ Geographic Information Systems Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology or Environmental Recreation and Tourism Management with Geographic Information Systems Minor
GIS Certificate Program
Associates in Science in Geographic Information Systems Technology
The UMM geospatial technology courses are offered both on campus and in a hybrid format, blending the convenience of online learning with the support of face-to-face interaction with college faculty. Each hybrid course features:
- Three weekend days of on-campus instruction at beginning, middle and end of the semester
- Hands-on laboratory exercises you can do on your own computer
- Free, professional GIS software
- Online lecture videos that bring personal instruction to you
- Service projects with real-world applications of GIS
- Accessible, helpful faculty ready to communicate via phone, web chat or video conferencing
We provide education and experience in geospatial technology to meet the growing and changing demands of employers in Maine and beyond.