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MSc Geospatial Sciences (Geographic Information Science and Computing)

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 1 academic year 2 academic years

Masters Degree Description

This one-year MSc will launch your career in geospatial sciences. With its focus on GIS and computing, you’ll gain a broad understanding of topics ranging from spatial analysis and geocomputation to programming, machine learning, data science, and app development.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (such as engineering, architecture, geography, urban planning, mathematics, surveying, marine and earth sciences, computer science) from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Normally only candidates with either a first or upper second-class degree will be accepted, although applicants with a lower second-class degree supported by extensive work experience will also be considered.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

Graduates with a degree in Geospatial Sciences (Geographic Information Science and Computing) are equipped for a diverse range of roles, including GIS professional/officer, data scientist, geospatial software developer and consultant. According to the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey Data (2017-22) , graduates go on to work for a variety of organisations including engineering consultancies, GIS software companies and national mapping agencies. Our students establish strong links with industry through the industrial seminar series and industrial research projects.

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  • Geospatial Science
  • Geospatial Programming
  • Spatial Analysis and Geocomputation
  • Spatial Databases and Data Management
  • Spatial-Temporal Data Analysis and Data Mining (STDM)
  • Machine Learning for Data Science
  • Research Project
  • Applied Building Information Modelling
  • Sensors and Location

Optional modules

  • Applied Building Information Modelling
  • Sensors and Location

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