Program Overview

The MSc in Applied Geographical Information Systems (GIS) at the University of Sheffield is a one-year full-time program that provides students with the theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and practical experience necessary for a successful career in GIS, applied policy research, or spatial data analysis. Students will develop a solid foundation in GIS principles, gain hands-on experience with popular GIS software, and learn to apply advanced spatial and quantitative analyses to real-world problems. The program emphasizes the practical applications of GIS and its potential to solve real-world problems and prepares graduates for employment in a diverse range of organizations, including urban planning, environmental management, natural resource exploration, transportation, public health, and disaster management.