Program Overview

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Graduate Certificate in Geostatistics and Spatial Modelling

The Graduate Certificate in Geostatistics and Spatial Modelling from Charles Sturt University is the only postgraduate course of its kind in Australia. You'll gain advanced skills in the collection, integration, and utilisation of data for predictive modelling – skills that can be applied across the mining, agriculture, and environmental service sectors.

Developed in partnership with the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, this course uses real-world case studies so that you can see how data analysis and modelling can help drive business success. It's also the ideal step to further postgraduate study in the field.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Key Information

• Study mode and sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 year(s), Maximum time - 1 year(s)
• Entry score: TBA
• Indicative fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $18,440.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,610
• Course points and codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8
• Cricos: TBA

Why Study with Us?

• Industry Driven: We've developed this course in consultation with Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG), the leading professional institute representing geoscientists employed in all sectors of industry throughout Australia.
• One of a kind course: You’ll be studying the only postgraduate geostatistics course in Australia, and one of a few courses internationally available in this discipline.
• Cutting edge teaching and technology: This course provides interactive learning of state-of-the-art statistical and machine learning spatial modelling methodologies.
• Practical, relevant learning: You’ll be provided with step-by-step guidance through foundational knowledge and practical exercises, using open source software and datasets relevant to mining, agriculture, and environmental case studies.

Career Opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

• Spatial analyst
• Mineral resource geologist and analyst
• Reserve engineers
• Precision agriculture consultant
• Environmental scientist/consultant
• GIS officer/analyst
• Agricultural data scientists

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations.

Core Subjects

• SPA553: Applied Geostatistics (8 credit points)
• SPA554: Advanced Geostatistics (8 credit points)

Restricted Electives

Select two (2) subjects from the following:

• SPA431: GIS 1: Geographic Information Science Foundations (8 credit points)
• SPA432: GIS 2: Geographic Information Science Applications (8 credit points)
• SPA433: GIS 3: Advanced Geographic Information Science (8 credit points)
• SPA441: Remote Sensing 1: Image Data (8 credit points)
• SPA442: Remote Sensing 2: Image Processing and Analysis (8 credit points)
• SPA443: Remote Sensing 3: Information Extraction (8 credit points)
• SPA451: Cartography (8 credit points)
• SPA452: Programming in GIS and Remote Sensing (8 credit points)
• SPA454: Algorithms in GIS and Remote Sensing (8 credit points)
• SPA555: Spatial Modelling (8 credit points)
• SPA556: Spatial Project (8 credit points)
• ITC516: Data Mining and Visualisation for Business Intelligence (8 credit points)
• ITC556: Database Systems (8 credit points)
• ITC558: Programming Principles (8 credit points)
• ITC560: Internet of Things (8 credit points)
• ITC573: Data and Knowledge Engineering (8 credit points)
• ITC575: Foundations of Big Data Analytics (8 credit points)
• ITC576: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (8 credit points)
• MTH400: Introductory Mathematics (8 credit points)
• MTH401: Computer Aided Mathematics 1 with Applications (8 credit points)
• MTH402: Computer Aided Mathematics 2 with Applications (8 credit points)
• MTH403: Multivariable Calculus (8 credit points)
• MTH404: Ordinary Differential Equations (8 credit points)
• MTH419: Linear Algebra (8 credit points)
• SCI501: Special Topics 1 (8 credit points)
• STA427: Advanced Statistical Modelling (8 credit points)
• STA448: Multivariate Statistical Analysis (8 credit points)
• STA501: Scientific Data Analysis (8 credit points)
• STA508: Experimental Design and Analysis (PG) (8 credit points)

Costs

• Course Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $18,440.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,610
• Payment Options:
  1. Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university
  2. Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
  3. Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Entry Requirements

• Academic entry requirements:
  • A completed AQF Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. A relevant discipline will be considered to be any STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline.
  • OR
  • A completed AQF Diploma in a relevant discipline AND relevant industry experience of at least 2 years, demonstrated by a detailed resume
• Language requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually! They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.

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How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

• Apply via UAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the UAC website
• Apply via VTAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the VTAC website
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Check out our direct application closing dates

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