Geographical Information Systems

Leeds University Business School

Postgraduate

In Leeds

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This programme focuses on scientific, technical and computational aspects of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Geographical Information Science (GIScience), with particular reference to the socioeconomic and environmental sciences. It provides highly qualified and motivated students sought by employers in the sector.
Core modules introduce GIS, a rapidly evolving area in business, health and planning settings, as well as in environmental applications. You will be introduced to GIS packages and database systems, useful for those wanting to undertake social and environmental science research and those wanting to understand the application of geotechnology as practitioners. You’ll study theories and concepts underpinning GIS and explore topics including spatial data models, data capture, spatial analysis and statistical and mathematical modelling. Optional modules allow you to focus on quantitative human geography, environmental applications and programming GIS.
Other Study Options
This programme is available part time, allowing you to combine study with other commitments. You can work to fund your studies, or gain a new qualification without giving up an existing job. We aim to be flexible in helping you to put together a part-time course structure that meets your academic goals while recognising the constraints on your study time.
The programme manager is Dr Paul Norman.
You can also study this subject at Postgraduate Diploma level.

Facilities

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Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

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Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Entry requirements
A bachelor degree in geography or a related subject at 2:1 (hons) or its equivalent.
Relevant work experience and training courses are viewed positively and are taken into account particularly for candidates whose first degree grade falls below the normal minimum requirement.
Students without a background in geography but who have a degree that demonstrates good numeracy and/or computing skills are encouraged to apply.
If you’re interested in this programme but are unsure if you have the necessary background, please get in touch with us to discuss your position. ge and...

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Subjects

  • Information Systems
  • Geographical Information Systems
  • Planning
  • Systems
  • Part Time
  • Programming
  • GIS

Course programme

The programme comprises two semesters of taught modules followed by a dissertation project. The first semester includes three core modules. The second semester, includes optional modules to allow you to specialise in your chosen pathway. We group our modules thematically so that you can include topics within streams relating to Planning and Society, to Environment and to Technical Development. Optional modules include a highly recommended module in Programming for Geographical Information Analysis.

The dissertation is carried out over the summer months and is an opportunity for you to investigate a topic and demonstrate your ability to apply the techniques you have learned during the course and bring in additional methods, whilst placing the work within appropriate literature contexts. Our aim is to submit the best dissertations for journal publication.

If you study this programme part time you will study fewer modules in each year.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Professional & Personal Development 30 credits
  • GIS Data Visualisation & Analysis 30 credits
  • Dissertation (GIScience) 60 credits
  • Programming for Geographical Information Analysis: Core Skills 15 credits
Optional modules
  • GIS and Environment 15 credits
  • Geodemographics and Neighbourhood Analysis 15 credits
  • Digital Image Processing for Environmental Remote Sensing 15 credits
  • Programming for Geographical Information Analysis: Advanced Skills 15 credits
  • Environmental Assessment 15 credits
  • Web-based GIS 15 credits
  • Big Data and Consumer Analytics 15 credits
  • Applied GIS and Retail Modelling 15 credits

For more information on typical modules, read Geographical Information Systems MSc Full Time in the course catalogue

For more information on typical modules, read Geographical Information Systems MSc Part Time in the course catalogue

Learning and teaching

Teaching will be through workshops, seminars, presentations, practicals and lectures, depending on the modules you choose.

Assessment

Assessment is through coursework with no exams. There is a mix of essays and reports, the latter usually based on analysis of real world datasets. Most modules have an assessment part way through the semester and then a further assessment at the end.

Alumni profile

“The staff were amazing. There was always someone to attend to my numerous queries both academic and personal. The modules are well structured and varied enough to capture any GIS-related interest.” Read more

Oiza Mildred Olowojoba, MSc in Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

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