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Geographical Information Systems MSc

University of Portsmouth

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Portsmouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are a major component of information technology - and if you're interested in pursuing a career in this innovative, exciting field, our GIS Master's course will give you the tools to succeed. On this applied course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of using geospatial data for real-world solutions through a combination of practical work and background theory. You'll use the same software tools employed by professionals in the field, and find out how to apply practical GIS skills in a range of contexts. The course covers all the essential areas of geospatial data analysis, including GIS, remote sensing and Earth observation, geodatabases, programming, and field techniques. You'll analyse spatial data through your own project work and build on your previous studies and work experience, applying data analysis methods and software tools to help solve real world problems. Once you graduate, you'll be well placed to pursue a career as a GIS and remote sensing specialist. Our graduates have gone on to enjoy careers in local and national government, healthcare, environment and conservation, construction, energy, transport, heritage, space and satellite technology, and university-based research.

Tuition fees

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£ 17,200per year

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University information

University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Portsmouth Campus, University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2UP, United Kingdom

Over 5,700 of the university's 24,000 students come from 150 countries around the world.
The University of Portsmouth Global team is dedicated to supporting international students from enquiry, through application and arrival, to graduation.
Facilities at the award-winning Ravelin sports centre include an 8-lane swimming pool, 175-station gym, climbing wall and ski simulator.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    54th out of 117 2

    44th out of 72 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    120 54%

    79th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    66th

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    27th

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    116 55%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    42nd

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    19th

    14

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