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MS in Geospatial Intelligence
Program Overview
Imagery intelligence. Elevation data. Vector and infrared maps. Geospatial intelligence specialists use a range of tools and resources to identify and assess information about a physical location, its features, and any related human activity. This information allows leaders to make critical decisions.
Geospatial intelligence, or GEOINT, influences policy, military, diplomatic, environmental, and disaster recovery operations at every level of government. With roots in the armed forces, GEOINT today benefits many commercial and nonprofit organizations: agriculture, energy, automotive, real estate, travel, meteorological, and first-responders, to name a few.
With the power of geospatial intelligence to see what others cannot, careers in the field are rising in demand.
Build on Your Past Experience
Studying geospatial intelligence brings together statistical and analytics skills with geography, intelligence history, and GIS technology.
Success in the MS in Geospatial Intelligence program requires an understanding of mathematical probability and statistics, so prior professional experience or a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline such as geography, GIS, political science, or other social sciences area will be useful.
Learn on Your Terms
This 100% online geospatial intelligence master’s program was designed to fit into your already demanding schedule. Start your classes in either the fall, spring, or summer and choose to attend full- or part-time.
Yeji Zois '21 Military Intelligence Officer in the US Army ReserveI chose the MS in Geospatial Intelligence program … to gain broad knowledge not only about military GEOINT but also on the private sector side. While pursuing GEOINT, I have learned more about GIS and how I can apply it to GEOINT. If you are looking for a solid GEOINT Master’s program, this is the best opportunity out there in my humble opinion.
Why Study Geospatial Intelligence at JHU
Study With Recognized Intelligence Experts
Our faculty developed their expertise in national and domestic intelligence and disaster support with organizations such as the CIA’s National Photographic Interpretation Center and the DoD's National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Explore Electives on Contemporary Topics
Choose elective courses that fit your interests and career goals such as Commercial Imagery and the Impact of Small Satellites, Advanced Topics in Remote Sensing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Geospatial Technology, Geospatial Law and Ethics, and Intelligence and Counterterrorism.
Center for Advanced Governmental Studies
Our mission, to provide a strong foundation of knowledge upon which innovative policy programs and promising leaders can develop, informs all of The Center’s initiatives. The Center encompasses several degrees and certificate programs designed to enhance understanding of the processes of government and global security.
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Take the Next Step
Merge the art of intelligence and geographic analysis with the science of sensors and statistical analysis to prepare for emerging, in-demand careers in the geospatial intelligence field.