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University of Aberdeen: Geographical Information Systems
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
Over 25 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, including nature conservation agencies, civil and coast engineering projects and marine and coastal zone management. As a result, the demand for courses in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and the related technologies has grown considerably.
A recent survey suggests that demand by employers for graduates with skills in the application of geospatial technology will continue to grow, particularly in areas where the practical application of spatial knowledge and understanding to environmental problems is important. The Geographical Information Systems programme covers the fundamentals of techniques and tools for acquiring, storing, processing, classifying, analysing, and visualising spatially referenced data, and their application to the study of the Earth.
MSc Geographical Information Systems is also available to study part time online.
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 21100 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 21100 GBP for Year 1 |
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
EU | 21100 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 9400 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 21100 GBP for Year 1 |
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 18400 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 18400 GBP for Year 1 |
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. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and/or experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technologies. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
EU | 18400 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 18400 GBP for Year 1 |

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