University of Portsmouth Portsmouth , England , United Kingdom Overview
On this MSc Geographical Information Systems degree course at University of Portsmouth , you'll learn practical GIS skills using the same software tools employed by professionals in the field. You'll analyse spatial data through your own project work and build on your previous geographical studies, creating distinctive methods of data analysis, algorithms and software tools.
Once you graduate, you'll be well placed to pursue a career as a geographical information science specialist within local and national government, health authorities, environment and conservation organisations, or in university-based research.
What you will experience?
On this course, you'll:
- Get hands-on experience of using GI instruments and emerging technologies, including GPS, Total Stations and 3D laser scanners
- Learn from experts with extensive industrial and consultancy experience and strong research portfolios
- Practise your GIS data collection skills, both in our GIS labs and in the field
- Learn image processing and spatial analysis techniques
- Complete a research report on the GIS topic of your choice, applying the principles of research and design
Career
GIS has become an essential part of the world's information infrastructure and the technology is now widely used in utility companies, telecommunications networks, civil engineering, retailing, local and national government, international charities, NGOs, the National Health Service, environmental organisations, banking and finance, and insurance.
When you graduate, you'll be in a strong position to pursue a career in any of these industries and organisations. Many of our previous graduates are now employed all over the world, working on GIS-related projects for organisations including:
- The Environment Agency
- Ordnance Survey
- Environmental consultancies
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Courses include:
- Principles of Geographic Information Science
- GIS and Database Management Systems
- Image Processing and Spatial Data Analysis
- Dissertation
- Applied Geographic Information Systems
- Coastal and Marine Resource Management
- Hazard Modelling and Risk Assessment
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 40 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United KingdomMore information
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GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Lower Second Class (required)
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English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Geology, Earth Science, Applied Geology, Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline
- Industrial experience will also be considered on an individual basis
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0
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International
13200 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 13200 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 6500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
UK/EU/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students
- Part time: £2,170
International students
- Part time: £4,400
Funding
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