Master of Environmental Science: Geographic Information Science and Environmental Management

Course description, features and facilities The Master of Environmental Science, with a specialisation in Geographic Information Science (GIS) and Environmental Management, will provide you with skills in the application of GIS to the management of natural and built environments. This includes:
The acquisition and management of environmental dataSpatial data analysisTraining in GIS software and hardwareThe principles of remote sensingThe application of GIS to specific management contexts, including aquatic systems, marine and coastal environments, mining, agriculture, and urban developmentThe principles of environmental planning, management and policy
UWA is well equipped for teaching and researching in this area, with advanced GIS laboratories, an outstanding research record in spatial analysis, and world leading scholars in environmental management.
Students must nominate a specialisation on application, the Master of Environmental Science has specialisations in;
Environmental ManagementGeographic Information Science and Environmental ManagementLand and Water ManagementMarine and Coastal Management
The course structure and units are available at the UWA Handbook.The Faculty of Science offers Master's by Coursework bursaries for domestic students and Postgraduate Merit scholarships for international students. Please visit the Faculty of Science website for details.
Domestic students may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place within this course. This course has been approved by the Department of Social Services for Student Support Payments. Eligible students can receive Youth Allowance, Austudy or Pensioner Education Supplement. Further information can be found on the Department of Social Services website.
Master of Environmental Science Course code: 72530 Master of Environmental Science CRICOS code: 074951G
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