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MSc Geographical Information Systems

Sheffield Hallam University

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Sheffield Hallam University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • 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.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 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

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University

  • University League Table

    63rd

  • Campus address

    Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, England

Sheffield is a diverse student city in the centre of the UK and home to over 60,000 students from all over the world.
Sheffield Hallam's relationships with top international companies helps students access internships and build connections for their future career.
Sheffield Hallam offers a range of scholarships and funding support to help towards the cost of studying in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    75th out of 117 7

    70th out of 73 1

    14th out of 22 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    120 53%

    87th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    59th

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    57th

    41
  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    108 51%

    64th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    64th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.89 72%

    67th

    2
  • Entry standards

    / Max 151
    125 83%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    12th

    7
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    9th

    9

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