GIS and Remote Sensing

CSUs Master of GIS and Remote Sensing allows graduates to build their knowledge and practical expertise in spatial science and remote sensing technology from an introductory level through to a high level of expertise with independent study and project experience at the Master level.

Graduates of this course will have advanced knowledge and skills in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS). As a graduate, you will be able to apply your knowledge and skills in spatial science to collect, map, analyse and present information about the physical and built environment. You will be able to use your creativity, initiative and independent judgement to use specialised techniques to address a wide variety of spatial problems.

You may also choose to exit the course early, with the Graduate Certificate in GIS and Remote Sensing after successfully completing 32 points (four subjects) or the Graduate Diploma of GIS and Remote Sensing after successfully completing 64 points (eight subjects). The exit points offer considerable flexibility, allowing students to gain the GIS and Remote Sensing knowledge and qualification they need today, and to add to their credentials at a later date if necessary.

There are no residential schools associated with this course.

Graduate Diploma subjects plus
SPA402 Spatial Statistics
SPA404 Remote Sensing Algorithms
SPA403 Algorithms in GIS and Modelling
SCI501 Special Topics 1

Applicants to the Master of GIS and Remote Sensing would normally hold a three-year Bachelor degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline or have extensive relevant industry experience to the satisfaction of the Course Director. Students wishing to apply for admission based on relevant industry experience should discuss requirements with the Course Director prior to applying.Phone info.csu on 1800 334 733 or submit an online enquiry for the contact details of the appropriate person. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 80

Australian Government Scholarships for International Students: The Australian government offers various scholarships for international students to study at Australian universities

Emergency Equity Food Vouchers: Provides assistance to students in need of immediate support to purchase food and personal items

Research Scholarships: Higher Degree by Research Scholarships for new and existing students

Scholarships offered by other bodies: A range of scholarships are available from other bodies, across a range of disciplines available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students including research, equal opportunity, cultural, academic, equity, and sporting criteria

Accreditation

Charles Sturt University is a statutory corporation established by the Charles Sturt University Act 1989 of the New South Wales Government.

Charles Sturt University is registered, and may lawfully operate as a University in New South Wales and deliver courses of study inside and outside Australia, in accordance with Schedule 1 of the Higher Education Act 2001 of the State of New South Wales in Australia.

Charles Sturt University is registered under section 10 of the Education for Overseas Students Act 2000 to provide courses to overseas students in Australia in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland.

The details of Charles Sturt University's registration is contained on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).