Overview

By taking the Geographic Information and Climate Change programme from Swansea University you will concentrate on the technical aspects of GIS and earth observation, as well as the past, present and future global and regional environmental and climatic change.

By graduation you will have hands-on experience and technical knowledge in GIS and remote sensing, supported by a broad knowledge of scientific issues underpinning climate change.

Your learning benefits from the combined Geography and Biosciences research expertise of our staff around geographic information, environmental and climate dynamics, marine and ecosystem biology, and sustainable development.

Career opportunities

The MSc in Geographic Information & Climate change improves your prospects for a rewarding career.

You will have employment opportunities in utilities, county councils, the environmental service industry or regulating bodies. A future career in academia will also be open to you.

Our graduates have progressed to a range of stimulating roles. Below are just a few examples.

Environmental Monitoring Officer (Natural Resources Wales)
Geographical Data Processor (Western Power Distribution)
Graduate Statutory Orders Specialist (Jacobs)
Catchment Scientist (Welsh Water)
Ecologist (Natural England)
Multi-site Supervisor (Phase Eight)
Data Analyst (PHS Group)
Account Manager Support (Handelsbanken)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Modelling

Geographical Information Systems

Satellite Remote Sensing

Climate Change - Past, Present and Future

Science Skills and Research Methods

Environmental Dynamics

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-17 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Geography Climate Studies & Meteorology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 43 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a 2:2 degree (with 55% average) in an approved subject. Applicants are expected to have good mathematical and computing skills.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

23150 GBP / year

≈ 23150 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11150 GBP / year

≈ 11150 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time 2 years:

National: £ 5,550
International: £ 11,600

Part-time 3 years:

National: £ 3,750
International: £ 7,700

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

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

Funding

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