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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 31,000
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Geographic Information Science | Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 31,000
About Program

Program Overview


The MSc Geographical Information Science program at the University of Manchester equips students with advanced expertise in GIS and remote sensing software, spatial data analysis, and real-world GIS project applications. Led by renowned academics in the field, the program offers flexible study options, state-of-the-art facilities, and industry-recognized credentials. Students benefit from the University's top-ranked Geography department and the program's strong reputation in the GIS field.

Program Outline

The program focuses on developing expertise in widely used GIS and remote sensing software packages, spatial data analysis, and applying these skills to real-world GIS projects.

  • Objectives: The program aims to:
  • Develop advanced theoretical knowledge and understanding of GIS.
  • Provide expertise in widely used GIS and remote sensing software packages.
  • Equip students with thorough expertise in spatial data analysis.
  • Enable students to apply GIS skills to real-world projects.
  • Description: The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and researchers who are at the forefront of GIS research and development.
  • Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated GIS lab and access to high-performance computing resources. The program is designed to be flexible and can be studied full-time or part-time.

Other:

  • Reputation: The University of Manchester is ranked among the top ten Geography departments in the UK (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021).
  • Open Days: The University holds regular open days where prospective students can tour the campus, learn about facilities and courses, and meet academic and admissions staff.
  • Related Subject Areas: The program is related to the fields of Geography, Environment, and Informatics.
  • Additional Costs: Students should be able to complete the program without incurring additional costs beyond the tuition fee.
  • Any unavoidable additional costs will be made clear at the point of application.

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2024, the tuition fees are as follows: MSc (full-time) UK students (per annum): £14,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £31,000 MSc (part-time) UK students (per annum): £7,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £15,500 Self-funded international applicants for this course will be required to pay a deposit of £1,000 towards their tuition fees before a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) is issued. This deposit will only be refunded if immigration permission is refused. We will notify you about how and when to make this payment.

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