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University of Aberdeen: Geographical Information Systems (Online)
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Geosciences |
| Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
MSc Geographical Information Systems is delivered part-time, 100% online.
Prepare for a career in the innovative field of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Build your skills in this essential area of the world’s information infrastructure. Learn practical GIS skills and how to analyse spatial data. Join a university with over 30 years of excellence in postgraduate teaching of remote sensing, GIS, visualisation, digital mapping and cartography.
Geospatial technologies are of increasing importance in many areas of commercial, industrial, and government employment. This includes nature conservation agencies, civil and coastal engineering projects, and marine and coastal zone management. As a result, the demand for skills in GIS and related technologies has grown considerably.
In this GIS degree, you’ll study the techniques and tools for acquiring, storing, processing, classifying, analysing and visualising spatially referenced data, and their application to the study of the Earth.
You’ll cover:
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Spatial databases
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Programming
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Simulation and modelling
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Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
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Digital mapping and cartography
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Airborne, satellite and UAV remote sensing
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Digital image processing
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Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
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WebGIS and Internet atlases
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Field data capture
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Mobile GIS.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | A UK 2:2 (lower second class) Honours degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Archaeology, Computing Science, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geography, Geology, Geomatics, Marine & Coastal Science, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Planning, Plant Science, Soil Science or Zoology. You can also apply if you have: a degree in another subject area and can show your interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry. |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK 2:2 (lower second class) Honours degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Archaeology, Computing Science, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geography, Geology, Geomatics, Marine & Coastal Science, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Planning, Plant Science, Soil Science or Zoology. You can also apply if you have: a degree in another subject area and can show your interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry. |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK 2:2 (lower second class) Honours degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Archaeology, Computing Science, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geography, Geology, Geomatics, Marine & Coastal Science, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Planning, Plant Science, Soil Science or Zoology. You can also apply if you have: a degree in another subject area and can show your interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry. |
Fees
| EU | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
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| International | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 16430 GBP for Whole course |
Overview
The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.
The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 15 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024.
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