GIS for the Social Sciences

1 Unit · Undergraduate

This course introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a tool for analyzing spatial phenomena in the social sciences. Students will explore the fundamental principles of GIS, learn to handle spatial data, and apply spatial analysis to address questions in the social sciences. Through seminar, labs, and projects, students will develop skills in spatial analysis, visualization, and critical interpretation of geographic data. Additionally, the course combines practical GIS skills with foundational knowledge of research design, equipping students to conceptualize, execute, and critically evaluate GIS-based studies. Students will learn to integrate spatial data with social science questions, explore analytical methods, and navigate ethical and methodological challenges in research.