COURSE CURRICULUM

The Computer Science + Geography (CS+GEO) program at DePaul University prepares students for careers that combine software development, spatial analysis, and geographic research. Graduates gain a strong interdisciplinary skill set that allows them to work with geographic data and build technology-driven solutions for real-world spatial problems.Students in this program can become software developers with specialized expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related applications in geography and the social sciences. In these roles, they design and develop software tools that process, analyze, and visualize spatial data used in mapping, navigation, environmental monitoring, and urban planning.Alternatively, graduates may pursue careers as social scientists who specialize in geographic research methods. These professionals use computational tools and spatial data analysis to study human behavior, environmental systems, and societal patterns. They also develop technology-based solutions to address complex social science questions involving location and spatial relationships.Common career paths include GIS Software Engineer, GIS Analyst, GIS Application Developer, Geospatial Engineer, and specialists in spatial modeling for urban, environmental, and commercial applications. These roles involve working with advanced mapping technologies and spatial data systems to support decision-making across various industries.Graduates from the CS+GEO program are employed by major organizations such as Google, Garmin, Esri, and federal government agencies. Their expertise in both computing and geography makes them highly valuable in sectors that rely on geospatial intelligence, digital mapping, and data-driven spatial analysis.