Geographic Information Science

Description

This degree focuses on the systems and software for analysing geographic data about the world around us.

It is highly ICT-orientated and will appeal to students with an interest in technology, computing, mapping, geography and environmental management.

You will learn a range of practical skills such as land surveying, and work with data collected using mapping technology such as digital surveying and satellite imagery.

The degree is very hands on, with plenty of opportunities to use our state-of-the-art equipment.

This combination of practical skills and specialist knowledge makes our graduates attractive to employers and we have exceptional employment rates.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 15490 Year (Non-EEA)

Start date September 2015 Credits (ECTS) 180 ECTS
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time Intensity Flexible

Course Content

Our degrees are divided into Stages. Each Stage lasts for an academic year and you need to complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage.

Please be aware that programme modules do change and therefore may differ for your year of entry.

Stage 1

Compulsory modules

• CEG1702 Geographic Information Systems
• CEG1703 Surveying
• CEG1705 An Introduction to GNSS and its Applications
• CEG1706 Principles of Remote Sensing
• CEG1707 Quantitative Methods for Geomatics
• CEG1711 Tutorial Study Skills for Geomatics
• CEG1713 Informatics 1
• CEG1714 GIS Fieldcourse

Optional modules

If you have A level Mathematics at grade B or above, you normally take the following module:

• ENG1001 Engineering Mathematics I

If you don't have A level Mathematics, or with A level Mathematics at grade C or below, you normally take one of the following modules:

• SFY0001 Basic Mathematics
• SFY0003 Foundation Mathematics 1

Stage 2

Compulsory modules

• CEG2701 Digital Surveying for Geomatic Engineering and Geosciences
• CEG2704 Geographic Information Systems: Theory and Application
• CEG2706 Geospatial Algorithms: Design and Practice
• CEG2707 Map Projections and Geodetic Datums
• CEG2708 Photogrammetry and Laser Scanning 1
• CEG2709 Applied Remote Sensing and Image Processing
• CEG2716 Research and Practice in Geomatics
• CEG2718 Applied Geospatial Data Handling
• CSC2024 Database Technology
• LAW2053 Law and Land Use

Stage 3

Compulsory modules

• CEG3701 Advanced GIS Fieldcourse
• CEG3703 Professional Practice
• CEG3704 Advanced Geoinformatics
• CEG3799 Individual Research Project

Optional modules

You take 40 credits of optional modules normally selected from the following:

• CEG2401 Land, Traffic and Highways
• CEG2703 Observation Processing and Analysis
• CEG2710 GNSS Theory and Practice
• CEG3401 Design of Transport Infrastructure
• CEG3707 Geohazards and Deformation of the Earth
• CEG3710 Offshore Surveying
• CSC3721 Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction
• CSC3722 Advanced Interaction Design
• CSC3723 User Interface Techniques and Technologies
• NCL3007 Career Development for final year students
• SUG3500 Creativity and Market Research in Science and Engineering

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 90

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered.

- A Levels

ABB-BBB excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. Preference will be given to applicants with mathematical, science-based or geography A levels. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at A or AS level.

- Scottish Qualifications

AABBB-ABBB at Higher Grade including Mathematics and preferably Geography. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

- International Baccalaureate

A minimum of 32-34 points. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

- Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1B1B1B at Higher Level, to include a minimum of Grade B in Maths.

- Access Qualifications

A unit in Mathematical Studies or Quantitative Methods is essential. IT, Engineering Science and geographical- or environmental-related units are desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at a minimum of Distinction and, in addition, at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

- BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Overall DDM-DMM, to include Mathematics Level III at Distinction grade.

- Cambridge Pre-U

D3, M2, M2 - M2, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects. Preference will be given to applicants with mathematical, science-based or geography subjects. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level.

- PARTNERS - A Levels

BBB-BBC excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. Preference will be given to applicants with mathematical, science-based or geography A levels. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at A or AS level.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

In any subject at overall DMM-MMM.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

- International Foundation Programmes

If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Newcastle University.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).

Newcastle is unique in the UK in having this dual accreditation for its geomatics degrees.

This means that you graduate with a degree that meets the standards set by the industry.