Overview

At Geographical Information Systems and Environmental Management offered by University of Brighton you will develop theoretical and practical understanding of GIS concepts, technical issues and applications using specialist GIS software, applying your learning to different environmental management scenarios. Practical components of the course may involve developing your skills in the lab, gaining a solid foundation in various software platforms and field work relating to data acquisition. You will also gain an overview of environmental policies and laws relating to the international community, Europe and the UK

Careers

In your career you need a combination of knowledge, skills, personal qualities and relevant experiences – and you’ll get all of this from your degree.

Develop a solid understanding of GIS skills within different GIS platforms

Ability to apply core GIS and remote sensing skills in different environmental management scenarios

Gain a clear understanding of how the boundaries of knowledge are advanced through research

Build on your independent learning skills

Accreditation

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Spatial Data Analysis

Applications in GIS

Research Methods

Dissertation

Applied Remote Sensing

Active Remote Sensing

Environmental Impact Assessment

Issues in Ecology and Conservation

Hydrogeology

Case Studies in Environmental Assessment

Systems for Environmental Management

Environmental Assessment in Practice

Water Resource Management

Water Treatment Technology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00

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Generally there's no deadline for applying for a postgraduate course at Brighton.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Environmental Management View 145 other Masters in Environmental Management in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in appropriate subject. Candidates with substantial professional experience will also be considered on merit.

ELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

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Tuition Fee

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International

17900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17900 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

9750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9750 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Brighton

815 - 1383 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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