Overview

Key Features

This Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science - Geographic Information Systems at University of Otago includes areas such as satellite remote sensing, photographic techniques and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) along with information science.

There are diverse opportunities for GIS graduates throughout New Zealand and worldwide. You’ll gain the specialist skills needed to work as a GIS or Remote Sensing operator, analyst or manager.

You may end up employed by a large corporation, working in local, regional or the national government, or equally, you could work for a consultancy firm. This kind of work tends to have plenty of variety, and opportunities for domestic and international travel.

You might be identifying the geographical distribution of endangered plant, animal or bird species. You could work for a regional council, analysing the risk of landslips or flood mitigation; or advising on planning issues. You will also be in an excellent position to launch your own business after you have gained some experience in the spatial information industry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Remote Sensing Technologies

Advanced Spatial Analysis and Modelling

Geovisualisation and Cartography

Resource Mapping and Image Processing

Spatial Analysis and Programming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Informatics & Information Technology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 22 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in New Zealand

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand
The documents detailed above (academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity).
A detailed research proposal that shows you are familiar with current literature surrounding your topic.
An up-to date curriculum vitae.
The name of the academic staff member who has agreed to be your supervisor.
An approximate start date

Tuition Fee

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International

40952 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40952 NZD per year during 12 months.
National

9929 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9929 NZD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Dunedin

1000 - 2300 NZD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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