MSc Geographical Information Systems (Part-Time)

10 Apr 2018

MSc Geographical Information Systems (Part-Time)

Programme code:	Duration:	Programme manager:
MSC-GIS-PT	24 Months	Dr Paul Norman

There is a part time version of this programme available (programme code MSC-GIS-PT). Please contact Dr Paul Norman for further information.

Total credits: 180

Entry requirements:

Normally at least a good second class honours degree in an appropriate subject (eg Geography, Computer Studies, Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Studies or other appropriate physical/computer science degree). Suitable equivalent qualifications would be considered for overseas/mature students, especially those with relevant professional experience

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

School of Geography Learning and Teaching Committee

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

School of Geography Taught Postgraduate Examinations Board

Programme specification:

The programme will:

• focus on scientific, technical and computational aspects of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Geographical Information Science (GIScience) with particular reference to the socio-economic sciences;
• offer opportunities for personal and professional development through study skills and software training, short-term placements with academics and external organisations, attendance at seminar and conference events.
• complement other Masters (PGT)/PGDip/PGCert programmes given within the School;
• provide flexibility in student learning through provision of full and part-time study modes and substitution of face-to- face modules with ODL modules where appropriate to student needs;
• incorporate flexible and student-centred electronic learning resources as appropriate;
• provide an advanced level of training in research methods in line with ESRC requirements and thus enable students to move into research for a Ph.D.;
• attract good Geography, Economics, Business Studies and other social science students;
• provide a source of highly qualified and motivated students for employers in the GIS/GIScience sector with whom such skills are in high demand.

Year1

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

GEOG5022M	Professional & Personal Development	30 credits	Semesters 1 & 2
GEOG5990M	Programming for Geographical Information Analysis: Core Skills	15 credits	Semester 1

Optional modules:

Candidates will be required to study 15 credits from the following optional modules:

GEOG5060M	GIS and Environment	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5255M	Geodemographics and Neighbourhood Analysis	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5710M	Digital Image Processing for Environmental Remote Sensing	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5790M	Programming for Geographical Information Analysis: Advanced Skills	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5830M	Environmental Assessment	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5870M	Web-based GIS	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5917M	Big Data and Consumer Analytics	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5937M	Applied GIS and Retail Modelling	15 credits	Semester 2

Year2

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules

GEOG5032M	GIS Data Visualisation & Analysis	30 credits	Semester 1
GEOG5160M	Dissertation (GIScience)	60 credits	1 Mar to 31 Aug
GEOG5710M	Digital Image Processing for Environmental Remote Sensing	15 credits	Semester 2

Optional modules:

Candidates will be required to study 30 credits from the following optional modules.

GEOG5060M	GIS and Environment	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5255M	Geodemographics and Neighbourhood Analysis	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5710M	Digital Image Processing for Environmental Remote Sensing	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5790M	Programming for Geographical Information Analysis: Advanced Skills	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5830M	Environmental Assessment	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5851M	Applied GIS and Retail Modelling (WUN)	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5870M	Web-based GIS	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5917M	Big Data and Consumer Analytics	15 credits	Semester 2
GEOG5937M	Applied GIS and Retail Modelling	15 credits	Semester 2

Last updated: 04/10/2018