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Geographical Information Systems (GIS) courses

University of Aberdeen
Duration : 1 Year
Intake : September
IELTS : 6.5
TOEFL : 90
PTE : 62
University Course Details URL : Visit Website
Level : Postgraduate
Tuition & fees : £ 19,400 Per Year
University of Aberdeen Contact Details

1 Pace Plaza, New York, NY, 10038, USA
Email: intlgradadmission@pace.edu
Phone: +18667223338

* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.

About Geographical Information Systems, Msc in University of Aberdeen

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. This includes:

  • Spatial databases
  • Programming
  • Simulation and modelling
  • Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
  • Digital mapping and cartography
  • Airborne, satellite and UAV remote sensing
  • Digital image processing
  • Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
  • WebGIS and Internet atlases
  • Field data capture
  • Mobile GIS

Learning Methods

  • FIELD TRIPS
  • FIELD WORK
  • GROUP PROJECTS
  • INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS
  • LECTURES
  • RESEARCH
  • TUTORIALS

Careers

The GIS programme continues to have a very successful employment record in the commercial sector, environmental agencies, local and national government, research, and academia. Graduates have gone on to work in a variety of roles, including; project officers, programmers, sales managers, GIS engineer, senior consultant GIS specialist and project managers.

Career opportunities are highlighted through site visits, field trips, guest lectures, and chances to work with organisations as part of the MSc Dissertation. This programme focuses students on the acquisition of practical experience, specialist knowledge and understanding, and problem-solving skills to pursue careers in any of these fields. In addition, there is the possibility of industry suggested projects, dependent upon minimum academic requirements, and industrial input and contact with geospatial practitioners.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

  • GIS Consultant
  • GIS Technician
  • Planning Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Spatial Data Consultant

Academic qualification equivalents

  • A score of 50 - 70% from a well ranked public institution is considered comparable to a UK 2.2

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS       :     Overall - 6.5     with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 6.0; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
  • TOEFL     :     Overall - 90      with: Listening - 17; Reading - 21; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
  • PTE          :     Overall - 62      with: Listening - 51; Reading - 54; Speaking - 51; Writing - 54

University of Aberdeen Highlights

% International Students 33 %
Male/Female Ratio 1 : 1.16
Endowments Value Pound 45 million
No.of Campuses 5
Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense £14,300-18,000

University of Aberdeen Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance.

  • The undergraduate arts fee starts from £17,200 and for sciences, it’s around £19,700.
  • The postgraduate fee is variable and depends upon the degree chosen and discount of around 20% can be availed by Alumni of college
  • For Undergraduate arts degree annual fee is of £ 17,200 which adds up for £68,800 and for engineering it is £19,700 and a total of £78,800.
  • As per the calculation done by college the minimum cost of living in the U.K which covers all the basic expenses is around £1,000.
Program type Per year fee
Undergraduate Arts £17,200
Undergraduate Science £19,700
Postgraduate Research £16,500
Cost of living per year* Around £1,000

Aberdeen University Cost of Attendance

Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance. Details for 2021-2022 academic session are tabulated below:

Type of Expense Annual Fees (GBP)
Tuition Fees
Undergraduate Arts Courses 17,200
Undergraduate Science Courses 19,700
Postgraduate Taught Courses 20,000- 30,000
Postgraduate Research Courses 16,500
Cost of Living
Accommodation  5,500-7,800
Books & Supplies 1,000-1,500
Transportation 500-1,000
Miscellaneous  1,500-2,500

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