An indicative structure for geographical information science masters degrees

Abstract

This is an effort to identify an indicative structure for masters degrees that focus predominantly on geographical information science without a secondary specialization in some other domain. Several such European degrees were surveyed. The common denominator is identified in terms of core and optional topics. Resent trends is such degrees, that are primarily due to the advancement of software and hardware technology, are also examined. Mainly the swift of focus from "systems" to "science" in GIS.