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University of Southampton: Applied Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing
Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
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Department | Geography and Environmental Science View department profile |
Web | https://www.southampton.ac.uk/engineering |
AdmissionsPGT.ELS@soton.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 023 8059 5000 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Use geographical data to solve real-world problems on this master’s degree in applied geographical information systems and remote sensing. On this UK MSc course you’ll use the latest technology and develop key programming and analytical techniques. You'll learn the skills to work in a range of careers, from environmental consultancy to government research.
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to analyse geospatial data from remote sensing technology such as satellites and radar. You'll be able to use that data to create geographical information systems (GIS).
These interactive applications are used in everything from engineering and disaster management to understanding the carbon cycle.
You’ll focus on real-world problems in areas such as public health and environmental management and study 2 key technologies in a single programme.
A unique feature of the course is the chance to learn programming in both IDL (remote sensing) and Python (GIS), to allow you to automate big GIS and remote-sensing tasks. These programming skills are often required by employers in this field.
Our academics are all active researchers, so you’ll directly benefit from their latest findings. And you’ll be able to choose your own specialism through your choice of optional modules.
Your studies will be enhanced by the use of facilities such as a high-end geoprocessing suite and terrestrial laser scanning equipment.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | First- or upper second-class degree or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in geography or a related subject area (eg pure and applied sciences, technological or social sciences) or masters degree in an appropriate subject. IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. |
Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 26352 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 26352 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This innovative, interdisciplinary programme combines the areas of remote sensing and spatial analysis (GIS), giving scope for a broad overview or specialisation.
You'll focus on real world problems by applying technology to areas such as public health and environmental management. It combines the study of these two key spatial technologies into a single programme that will enhance your employability in these communities.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | First- or upper second-class degree or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in geography or a related subject area (eg pure and applied sciences, technological or social sciences) or masters degree in an appropriate subject |
Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Fees
EU | 23686 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 9250 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 23686 GBP for Year 1 |

University of Southampton
Engineering and Physical Sciences
The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Southampton includes Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Electronics and Computer Science, Physics and Astronomy, and the Zepler Institute for Photonics and Nanoelectronics, incorporating the Optoelectronics Research Centre.
We are proud to be part of the University of Southampton, a leading research-intensive Russell Group university in the top 80 universities worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2022) and in the top 15 in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2022).
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