MSC IN GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)

COURSE OVERVIEW

The course focuses on scientific, technical and computational aspects of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Geographical Information Science (GIScience) with particular reference to the socio-economic and environmental sciences. It offers opportunities for fieldwork, industrial work-placements and research projects in co-operation with outside bodies and in certain cases, the chance to study abroad under EU and WUN exchange programmes. It provides a source of highly qualified and motivated students for employers in the GIS/GIScience sector, for whom such skills are in high demand.

Core modules provide an introduction to GIS, a rapidly evolving area within business, health, planning and retail environments. You will study theories and concepts underpinning GIS are explore topics including spatial data models, data capture, spatial analysis and modelling are explored. You will be introduced to various database packages and GIS systems that are very useful for those wishing to undertake social and environmental science research as well as those who want to have an understanding of the application of geotechnology as practitioners. Practical classes allow you to have hands-on experience with a range of systems including Microsoft Access, Web-based Interface to Census Interaction Data (WICID) and other web-based data sources such as CASWEB, UKBORDERS and NOMISWEB.

Dr Paul Norman
Programme Manager

COURSE INFORMATION

MSc in GIS
Full-time

PG Diploma in GIS
Full-time

Part-time variants of both the above programmes are available.

KEY FACTS

Start date
  • Wednesday 22 September 2010
Code
  • MSC-GIS
Duration of MSc
  • 12 months full-time
  • 24 months part-time
Number of credits studied for MSc
  • 180

NEWS

The course has been formally recognised by the ESRC as a suitable advanced training programme for ESRC 1+3 doctoral studentships (one year Masters training followed by three years PhD study). The Masters course therefore also offers an excellent route into further study as a postgraduate researcher.

Fees 2010/11 

  • UK/EU student fees are £3,500.
  • International student fees are £12,600.
  • Part-time students pay fees pro rata.