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Expand your expertise in geospatial analysis with theProfessional Science Masters(PSM)in Geospatial Data Sciencein Temple Universitys College of Liberal Arts. One of the first of its kind in the U.S., this 30-credit masters program is specifically designed to traindata scientists andgeographic information systems (GIS) professionals with geospatial analysis,programming andadvanced analytical skills.

Data science is a growing field with roots in computer science, mathematics and statistics. It can be applied across disciplines and industries for which spatially referenced data informs prediction and decision-making, including climate adaptation, urban and environmental planning, retail and business location, and spatial epidemiology. This degree emphasizes advanced statistics and computer programming to meet the increasing demand for professionals with expertise in these areas.

Geography and Urban Studies Department faculty have extensive experience in

Students learn the fundamentals of geospatial data science as well as the latest trends in the field. The programs faculty imparts an in-depth understanding of ethics, preparing studentsto put them into practice in their careers.

Coursework addresses the geospatial aspects of core data science competencies in big data analytics, machine learning and simulation. Youll useindustry-standard tools such as SQL, R, Python and other emerging technologies, with an emphasis on open source tools, social coding and reproducible research.

Many of the programs courses focus on programming and include peer review, code walkthroughs and live demonstrations of coding projects. Youll learn to write documentation and leverage social coding platforms such as GitHub to share and publicize your work.

The Geospatial Data Science PSM distinguishes itself from the Geographic Information Systems PSMthrough a specific emphasis on big data handling, data mining, geospatial analytics, machine learning and geosimulation. Compared to the Geographic Information Systems program, the Geospatial Data Science program focuses on advanced statistical knowledge and computer programming. Graduates are trained to work outside the realm of traditional GIS jobs, including in corporate environments.

The Geospatial Data Science PSM program also produces different outcomes from the College of Science and Technologys Computational Data Science MS and the Fox School of BusinesssStatistics and Data Science MSby providing a distinctive focus on geospatial data and spatial analytics and through its curriculum designed for current professionals.

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