Program Overview

MSc Environmental Remote Sensing and Geospatial Sciences

Overview

This course focuses on using remote sensing to study Earth and other planets. Students will learn to apply remote sensing data for climate research and gain practical fieldwork experience.

Key Facts

• Award: Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma
• Start date: September 2025
• Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months
• Mode of study: full time, part time
• Delivery: on campus

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

• A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in a numerate subject such as geosciences, geography, environmental sciences, physics, engineering, mathematics is required for entry to this course.
• Applicants without these formal qualifications, but with significant appropriate work, may also be considered.

International Entry Requirements

View the entry requirements for your country.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill.
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill.
• IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing.

Course Details

Modules

The module information below provides an example of the types of course modules you may study. The details listed are for the academic year that starts in September 2025. Modules and start dates are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change in future years.

Teaching

The basis of the course is research-led teaching, delivered by staff who are world-leaders in their fields.

Fieldwork

The is an optional module on field skills in Environmental Sciences.

Assessment

A diverse range of assessment methods, including coursework and written or practical examinations are used in this course.

Fees and Funding

Fees and Costs

University of Stirling alumni will automatically be awarded a fee waiver for the first year of Masters studies through our Stirling Alumni Scholarship.

Applicants from the UK or Republic of Ireland who hold a first-class honours degree or equivalent will automatically be awarded a £2,000 scholarship through our Postgraduate Merit Scholarship.

Scholarships and Funding

If you have the talent, ability and drive to study with us, we want to make sure you make the most of the opportunity – regardless of your financial circumstances.

After You Graduate

As a graduate in Environmental Remote Sensing and Geospatial Sciences you’ll be prepared for a successful career across sectors such as:

• Environmental, heritage and resource management
• Fast-growing downstream space and technology-driven industries

Graduates often step into roles such as:

• Data Scientist
• Academic Researcher
• GIS Technician
• Geospatial Analyst
• GIS Officer
• Project Development Officer
• Remote Sensing Scientist
• Earth Observation Engineer
• Geospatial Analyst
• Scene Visualisation

On average, remote sensing scientists earn around £40,800 per year in the UK.