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Master of Geospatial Information Science
Flinders University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00114A
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is a computer-based system capable of integrating, editing, sharing, modelling and displaying geographically referenced information. It allows users to create interactive queries, analyse the information, edit data, create maps and present the results of these operations. This degree aims to develop and implement geospatial information science (GISc) skills and knowledge applicable to a range of areas, such as environmental management, urban and transport planning, environmental health, land-use dynamics, natural resources management, ecosystem services, biological sciences and archaeology, through a focused and in-depth research project accompanied by a written thesis. Students completing the MGISc will be able to carry out research and analysis using spatially-referenced data and prepare research reports applicable to various fields of GISc application.
Designed for
Graduates from a range of backgrounds, as well as those from the public sector and non-government organisations wishing to extend their choice of career path by acquiring knowledge and skills in the capture, analysis and communication of spatially-referenced information
Structure
- This is a 72 unit program where Students complete one core (compulsory) topic
- either a minor research project or major research project
- and option topics chosen from a range of option topics available. These topics aim to provide a theoretical and practical framework for graduates from a range of backgrounds, as well as those from the public sector and non-government organisations wishing to extend their choice of career path by acquiring knowledge and skills in the capture, analysis and communication of spatially-referenced information.
Subjects
- Geospatial information science
Standard entry requirements
- Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification
- Or hold either the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Geographical Information Systems from Flinders University or equivalent qualification.Applicants who have completed the Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems from Flinders University or equivalent qualification are not eligible to apply for this degree.
Further information
This degree is not available to graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems from Flinders University or equivalent undergraduate courses from other tertiary institutions.
