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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Sheffield Hallam University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
JAN
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Course summary
- Use your knowledge to implement geographical information systems.
- Gain transferable skills such as communication skills, project management, and teamwork.
- Increase your employability by working on live projects in the industry.
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is becoming increasingly important, both nationally and internationally, in the wide range of professions where acquisition, management, interpretation and analysis of geographical information is of use. Through this applied course, you will be well placed to work in a range of industry and academic sectors.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
The course provides a balance of academic and practical content, enabling you to use GIS in real-life, applied scenarios.
You learn through
- tutorials
- work-based placements
- live projects
- guest lecturers
- lectures
- a virtual learning platform
- self-directed study
- demonstrations and practical workshops
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career as a
- researcher
- statistician
- strategic analyst
- data analyst in a range of fields
- GIS technician
- planner
- environmental modeler within a range of disciplines.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 17,205per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
63rd
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Campus address
Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
75th out of 117 7
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14th out of 22 5
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/ Max 227120 53%87th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10081.0 81%59th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.01 75%57th
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/ Max 211108 51%64th
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/ Max 10066.0 66%64th
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/ Max 42.89 72%67th
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/ Max 151125 83%12th
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/ Max 10074.0 74%12th
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/ Max 43.13 78%9th
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