Geoinformatics for Building Information Modelling

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 14.9 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 31.1 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jul 28, 2024
16 place StudyQA ranking:2458 Duration:1 year

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This MSc focuses on the geoinformation aspects of building information modelling (BIM). The programme also embeds BIM into the wider organisational and legislative framework and introduces students to real-world applications of BIM, along with leading-edge 3D GIS and BIM-related research.

This programme will educate students in the geometric and semantic aspects of BIM and the integrated management of geospatial and BIM-related data. This includes principles of surveying, 3D reality capture, a general overview of technologies related to mapping sciences, geo-information science and 3D geometric modelling.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of seven core modules (105 credits), one optional module (15 credits) and a dissertation/report (60 credits).

A Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits, full-time one year) is offered

Core modules

  • Applied Building Information Modelling
  • Data Analysis
  • GIS Principles and Technology
  • Mapping Science
  • Principles and Practices of Surveying
  • Spatial Data Management
  • Terrestrial Data Acquisition

Optional modules

Students choose one of the following:

  • Survey Project
  • Image Understanding

Dissertation/report

All students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000–12,000 words.

Teaching and learning

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, practical exercises, and involvement in projects. Assessment is through written examination, coursework and project work.

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

Scholarships relevant to this department are displayed below.

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme (CSSS)

Value:

Full fees, flights, stipend, and other allowances (1 year)

Eligibility:

Overseas students

Criteria:

Based on both academic merit and financial need

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