| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
This program provides a comprehensive foundation in geospatial science, with a focus on practical skills and real-world applications. Students develop expertise in core subjects, geospatial electives, and broader electives tailored to their interests. The program prepares graduates for careers in various fields, including environment, land development, mining, and data analytics.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year One:
- Seven core subjects providing broad fundamental knowledge
- One elective geospatial science subject
- Year Two:
- Dissertation developed in conjunction with internal academic supervision
Teaching:
- Face-to-face lectures, tutorials, and extensive practical activities
- Online learning materials to support teaching and learning
- Field excursions, camps, and other off-site activities
Careers:
- Environment and natural resources
- Land development
- Mining and exploration
- Facilities management and construction
- Transportation and utilities
- Governance and policy
- Emergency and disaster management
- Data analytics and ICT
Entry Requirements:
You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree:
Academic requirements
You must have: An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent. OR You may also be considered if you have at least ten years’ of work experience in geospatial science, geometrics, land information, surveying, geography, environmental science, geology, earth science, or environmental engineering.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
Selection tasks
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
English language requirements
You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree:
Academic requirements
You must have: An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent. OR You may also be considered if you have at least ten years’ of work experience in geospatial science, geometrics, land information, surveying, geography, environmental science, geology, earth science, or environmental engineering.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
Selection tasks
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
English language requirements
To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information. Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
