Geographic Information Science

Launch a High-Demand Career in Mapping, Data Analysis, and Spatial Technology

Have you ever hovered over a map online and seen location names appear? That’s a simple example of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in action. If you’re tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and interested in project management, data analysis, or digital mapping, the GIS Certificate Program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is your pathway to a growing and future-focused career.

This one-year, full-time program is offered at the Prince Albert campus and prepares you for a wide range of GIS-related roles in industries such as natural resources, urban planning, environmental science, forestry, and more.

Why Choose a Career in GIS?

GIS professionals use specialized software to capture, analyze, manage, and visualize spatial data—helping organizations make data-driven decisions. From urban development to drone mapping, GIS is used in nearly every sector today.

Benefits of the GIS Certificate Program:

What You’ll Learn – Core GIS Skills and Technologies

In this practical, software-based program, you'll build a solid foundation in GIS concepts, mapping applications, and spatial data analysis. Through applied learning and instructor-led projects, you'll develop a comprehensive skill set aligned with current industry needs.

Key Areas of Study:

Career Opportunities with a GIS Certificate

GIS professionals are in demand across many industries, and graduates of this program are well-prepared for entry-level roles or further specialization. With the flexibility of working on-site or remotely, GIS is a career path with strong employment prospects.

Potential Job Titles:

Industries That Hire GIS Professionals:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12 with an average of at least 65% in English and a minimum of 60% in Math.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.0 in each section. PTE: 63 overall, with at least 50 in each section. Duolingo: 110 TOEFL(iBT): 81 overall, with at least 19 in reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
Refund Policy

If you choose to withdraw from a program, you must submit a withdrawal request. Sask Polytech will refund any tuition amounts (less the non-refundable deposit) within 4-6 weeks. 

Non-attendance at the start of a program (no show) is considered a notification of intention to withdraw from a program.

Sask Polytech has partnered with PayMyTuition to provide refunds to international students by electronic bank transfer. Sask Polytech will use the external email address in your student account to process this transaction. If you would like to update or confirm your external email address, log into mySaskPolytech and click the Update address and personal information link.

1. You will receive an email from Sask Polytech indicating your payment has been processed.

2. You will receive an email from PayMyTuition (studentrefunds@paymytuition.com) with further instructions on how to deposit your payment. Click the link in the email to initiate the payment process.

3. Enter details in the PayMyTuiton refund form. This includes the currency, identification documentation (passport or driver’s license number), banking and beneficiary information. Make note of the bank account number as this will be as the passcode to deposit your funds. 

You may choose an alternate beneficiary by entering their banking information. 

Upon receipt of your completed beneficiary instructions, PayMyTuition will verify your request for accuracy. They will complete fraud and compliance checks to comply with various anti-money laundering and compliance laws. PayMyTuition will email you when verification is complete and confirm your payment. You will receive a PDF summary that is password protected. This PDF can be accessed using the bank account number that you provided as the password.

You will receive an email when your refund is complete. Please allow three to five business days for the payment to be deposited to your account.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $150
  • LOA Deposit: $10,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $16,900
  • Total Tuition Fee: $16,900
  • Course Duration: 1 Year
  • Credentials: Certificate
  • Intake: September
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  • All academic transcripts

  • All academic certificates

  • IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable

  • Student Email ID:

  • Student Contact No:

  • Student Address:

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  • Stamped copy of visa

  • LOI

  • Study permit

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