Geospatial Data Science (GDS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing field that addresses some of today’s most complex challenges, from environmental issues like climate change and habitat destruction to socio-cultural concerns such as urbanization, sustainability, and public health. By integrating cutting-edge technologies like big data analytics, mobile sensors, and human-computer interaction, GDS enables innovative solutions and advanced visualizations to better understand and solve real-world problems. With geospatial data now accessible to anyone with a computer or mobile device, GDS offers exciting opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and diverse careers across industries, making it an essential field for the 21st century. This emphasis requires either previous knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software or a student is asked to take GIST501a at the beginning of the program.
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