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University of Glasgow: Land and Hydrographic Surveying
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Geographical & Earth Sciences |
| Web | www.glasgow.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Masters in Land & Hydrographic Surveying will introduce you to the surveying discipline and prepare you for employment in the industry. Engineering and land survey are fundamental to the design, construction and navigation of infrastructure projects from small to national scale such as buildings, road and rail networks. Hydrographic Surveyors contribute to safety of navigation and port management for seas, rivers and lakes, and underwater infrastructure projects such as pipelines and offshore wind turbines. This programme is ideal if you are seeking employment in the geospatial industry to support construction and mapping projects both onshore and offshore.
This programme is one of very few programmes in the UK that focuses on surveying and mapping, and is unique in Scotland.
If you are seeking a career in geomatics: land, engineering, or hydrographic surveying this programme is for you.
This programme is one of very few programmes in the UK that focuses on surveying and mapping, and is unique in Scotland. If you are seeking a career in geomatics: land, engineering, or hydrographic surveying this programme is for you. * We have over 50 years of experience delivering postgraduate programmes in Geospatial Science. With strong support from industry, including our Geospatial Industry Advisory Board, this programme meets employer requirements. * This programme is accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES), when fully completed with the award of an MSc. * We have a strong employment record with many students progressing to senior positions across industry worldwide. * Students will benefit from access to the latest surveying equipment and software including RTK GNSS, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and terrestrial laser scanners. * Subject to certain conditions, we will accept candidates without the normal entry requirements for an MSc programme, especially those with industrial experience. * Geography and Environmental Sciences at Glasgow is ranked 7th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023). * The School has an Athena Swan Silver Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.
Modes of delivery of the MSc Land and Hydrographic Surveying include lectures, practical exercises, and hands-on experience with state-of-the art equipment and software.
Included is a weeklong surveying field course, which consolidates practical skills.
The programme includes several direct contributions from industry and opportunities to participate in industry-led events.
In addition, the MSc project supports the application of knowledge and skills developed, applied either in an applied surveying task or in researching a specific topic.
Core courses
Semester 1
- GEOSPATIAL FUNDAMENTALS
- APPLIED LAND SURVEYING
- ENGINEERING SURVEY
- PRINCIPLES OF GIS
- GNSS AND GEODESY
Semester 2
- GEOSPATIAL DATA INFRASTRUCTURES AND LAND ADMINISTRATION
- HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY
- LAND SURVEYING I
- LAND SURVEYING II
- TOPOGRAPHIC MODELLING AND LANDSCAPE MONITORING
- ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR GES PGT
- GEOMATICS MSC PROJECT
The PG Diploma consists of all taught courses, but not the project.
The PG Certificate requires 60 credits of courses, either those offered in Semester 1 of the MSc, or selected in consultation with the programme convener.
We are experiencing exceptional demand from our industry contacts and partners for our graduates in the natural and built environment sector for the following roles: Land Surveyor, Engineering Surveyor, Hydrographic/Offshore Surveyor, Geospatial Surveyor and Reality Capture Specialists.
Recent graduates from our surveying programmes have gone on to work for companies such as Ordnance Survey, Glanville Consultants, Jacobs, Babcocks, KOREC, Malcolm Hughes Land Surveyors, Andrews Survey, Morgan Stanley, Fugro, AECOM, UTEC and Subsea 7.
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The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, the University has inspired thinkers from eminent scientist Lord Kelvin and the father of economics Adam Smith, to Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
Rankings
The University:
is ranked 81st in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2023
- is in the top 100 in the world: Times Higher World University Rankings 2023
- 95.9% of students in employment or further study 6 months after graduation …
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