The Spatial Analysis graduate certificate program prepares graduates for positions as spatial analysis application scientists in state and federal government agencies, private industry or consulting agencies. Coursework offered through the program leads to a Graduate Certificate in Spatial Analysis with a focus on Applied Remote Sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Quantitative Spatial Analysis.

Due to the interdisciplinary emphasis of the Spatial Analysis Program, required courses are offered from a variety of University of Michigan units, including Natural Resources and Environment; several departments in the College of Engineering including Atmospheric, Oceanic & Space Sciences, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science; the School of Architecture and Urban Planning; the Epidemiology program in the School of Public Health; and the School of Information.

Spatial Analysis Program Requirements

• At least 15 credit hours selected from a group of core courses
• Selection of a primary focus area from among three areas: Applied Remote Sensing, GIS or Quantitative Spatial Analysis
• Completion of three courses (normally 9 credits) within the chosen focus area, at least one of which is from a list of "foundation courses" in that area
• Consultation between student and advisor regarding selection of remaining additional courses which should aim to achieve one of three objectives: a) adding a secondary focus by taking two courses within a second focus area; b) increasing breadth by selecting courses from two of the other focus areas, or c) increasing depth by taking an additional course in the primary focus area; one of the remaining courses should be in another area.
• No more than one course may be taken from among the related information science courses
• At least one course must be taken from a unit other than the student's home unit.

Application Codes

Applicants will need the following codes to complete their application:

• Program of Application: Spatial Analysis
• Numeric Code: 01633
• Plan (Subplan): 8970 CGR

Program Level: Certificate