重点从明显的地理角度着眼于信息科学的理论和实践，重点是原理，方法和技术。学生熟悉如何在各种应用程序域中生成，管理和评估有关流程，关系和模式的信息。该计划面向对使用现代GIS科学，遥感，计算机科学和统计方法进行映射，可视化和问题解决的分析方法感兴趣的学生。
This emphasis addresses the theory and practice of information science from a distinctly geographic perspective, with a focus on principles, methods, and technology. Students become familiar with how to generate, manage and evaluate information about processes, relationships, and patterns in various application domains. This program is for students interested in analytical approaches to mapping, visualization, and problem solving using contemporary methods of GIScience, remote sensing, computer science, and statistics.