| Entry Requirements |
Candidates for the Master of Science must have either
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| General Information | This full-time MSc/Higher programme in
Geocomputation aims to provide a sound theoretical and practical foundation in geocomputation for numerate graduates with suitable backgrounds in subjects such as mathematics, engineering, geography, computer science, geomatics, and mining, and professionals working in cognate disciplines. The programme will provide students with a sound understanding of the theoretical principles underlying geocomputation. Students will gain a sound understanding of the practical aspects of Geographical Information System software and management. The programme will develop students' analytical and problem-solving skills through the integration of knowledge, insight and skills acquired in the programme. It will also develop appropriate communication skills - these include oral, presentation, cartographic and management skills
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| Course Content |
NCG601 Introduction to Geocomputation NCG607 GIScience in Practice GY637 Geophysics
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| Career Opportunities | In January 2004 an article in Nature reported that the United States'
Department of Labor had "identified geotechnology as one of the three most
important emerging and evolving fields, along with nanotechnology and
biotechnology." It also noted that there were growing demands worldwide
for employees skilled in geospatial technologies, and that the Europeans
in particular were integrating GIS into government decision
making. |
| Additional information | The MSc requires the successful completion of 90 credits, including a
30 credit dissertation. The Higher Diploma requires the completion of 60
credits |
| Duration | The degree programme is full-time running from September to the
following August. |
| Next Commencement | August 27th 2012 (CS620) |
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