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MSc Geographical Information Science

UK

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What will I learn?

Overview

  • Apply and develop Geographical Information Science through the revolution of spatial analysis, mapping and geo-technologies
  • Develop practical skills such as coding, drone analysis, remote sensing workflows and geo-visualisations, as well as key employability skills such as group work, communication, and presentation skills
  • Tailor your degree to your career aspirations by undertaking an applied project which can be either research-led or consultancy focussed
  • Optional Esri certification exam at the end of your course provides you with commercial certification
  • Benefit from a programme that is driven by science and innovation with a focus on environment, employability, and business
  • Pursue careers in the spatial information industry, national and local government, consultancies, utilities, research organisations

Careers

Employer-valued skills this course develops

You will develop a range of skills that are highly sought after such as spatial data science, remote sensing, webGIS, open source solutions and geo- visualizations. Alongside this we place an emphasis on developing transferable skills such as group work, communication and presentation skills.

We have worked closed with Esri, the world’s leading GIS software provider, to ensure you gain the skills and knowledge required in an applied setting. You can also choose to complete an Esri certification exam at the end of your course which provides you with commercial certification.

Which department am I in?

Geography

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£28,600.00 (US$ 37,071) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Streatham Campus

Northcote House,

Queen's Drive,

Exeter,

Devon,

EX4 4QJ, England

Entry requirements

For international students

A 2:1 degree from a recognised university. An understanding of the applications of GIS is all that is required as students entering at an introductory level will be required to take an additional core module in their first term. Applicants with workplace experience will be considered on an individual basis. IELTS: 6.5 overall and no less than 6 in any other section; TOEFL iBT: 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, listening, reading and speaking. MyBest scores are not accepted.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

Offered by other partners

This university accepts pathways courses from
  • INTO University of Exeter
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About University of Exeter

Never far from the breathtaking coasts of south west England, Exeter offers world-class education in unbeatable surroundings

  • Top 15 UK universities (Guardian University Guide 2023)
  • Member of the globally renowned Russell Group of unis
  • Triple accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
  • Top 150 universities globally (Times Higher Education 2023)

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