Program Overview

MSc GIS and Remote Sensing

The MSc in GIS & Remote Sensing is a postgraduate program that provides students with a strong theoretical, conceptual, and practical foundation in spatial data analytics. The program covers legislative requirements and ethical considerations, aiming to equip students with the skillset for real-world spatial exploration of social, economic, and environmental patterns and interactions.

Program Overview

The program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply acquired skills in pragmatic contextual settings, supporting evidence-based planning and decision-making. It is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in GIS and Remote Sensing, as well as those who want to enhance their skills in spatial data analysis.

Indicative Course Content

The program includes the following modules:

• GEOG40820 Introduction to ArcGIS: This module introduces students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the most widely used GIS software package, ArcGIS. It covers conceptual, theoretical, and practical geographical considerations, as well as practical GIS skills for their use and application.
  • Spatial data creation, sourcing, management, mapping, and geoprocessing
  • Analyzing, visualizing, and interpreting spatial data to support environmental and socio-economic assessments
• GEOG40860 Practical Environmental Assessment: This research-led module introduces students to environmental assessment legislation, processes, and practice through lectures, workshops, set readings, and research activities.
• GEOG40870 Advanced GIS: This module builds upon the skills gained in the 'Introduction to ArcGIS' module and further develops students' theoretical and practical knowledge of GIS while enhancing their spatial thinking capabilities.
  • Advanced principles of data acquisition, management, and analysis when working with GIS
  • Advanced editing, geoprocessing, and thematic mapping techniques
  • 3D visualization and automating ArcGIS workflows
• GEOG40890 Remote Sensing: This module provides students with adequate knowledge of the concepts, principles, and utility of Remote Sensing technology and prepares them to apply it to their research interests.
  • Remotely sensed digital image processing principles and applications
  • Digital image processing of aerial/space-borne sensors, including radiometric and geometric correction, image enhancement, and interpretation
• GEOG40960 Coastal Risks: This module introduces students to the coastal zone, its varying characteristics and processes, and identifies the most pressing issues faced by both the natural and human systems supported by the coastal zone.
• GEOG40990 INFOMAR marine seabed data: This module enables students to acquire, process, and interpret seabed mapping datasets to address important issues with environmental, societal, and economic impact.

Program Details

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of GIS and Remote Sensing, as well as practical skills in spatial data analysis. The program includes a range of modules that cover the theoretical and practical aspects of GIS and Remote Sensing, as well as their applications in various fields.