GIS MS and ME and Masters

MASTER’s PROGRAM IN GIS IN THE UK

 

• The course is designed in a way to provide students with the understanding and experience as well as training of GIS concepts, functions with applications, data models & data management, GIS customization, spatial data scrutiny, and project management along with hands-on experience of economic GIS software. This course is also offered part-time in some of the UK universities where professionals or students with other commitments can apply

• The course curriculum includes the study of subjects like the principle of GIS, spatial data management, introduction to remote sensing, GIS databases, photogrammetry & advanced image analysis, marine remote sensing, GIS in business and society, web-based GIS, spatial analysis, GIS for environmental management, programming for GIS and remote sensing, GIS work experience, biodiversity management, and environmental impact assessment

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• Students after completion of the course have a variety of job opportunities to choose from across the world. GIS positions include technicians, analysts, scientists, surveyors, data specialists, mapping officers, consultants and project managers, development, sales & marketing, customer support, GIS training, lecturing, and research 

• Some of the positions that most graduates go into after completion of the course are Software Tester, GIS Analyst and Trainer, GIS Specialist, Information Geoscientist, GIS Consultant, and Senior Surveyor, etc. Other mapping agencies include SatNav & Technology companies, GIS & Environmental Consultancies, Ecological & marine resource management, forestry, fisheries, Town Planning, Heritage agencies, aid agencies, countryside recreation, rural development, retail analysis, mining & mineral exploitation, and the oil industry, etc

• Average salaries for GIS officers at their initial stage range from EUR 18000 to EUR 25000, while for officers with some experience, the salary can average around EUR 30000, and for senior-level roles like team leaders or managers, the salaries can go in excess of EUR 40000. The salaries may vary depending on the work location and the typical working time maybe 9 am to 5 pm

Top Universities in UK for Masters in Geographic Information System:

1) University of Leeds (MSc in Geographical Information Systems, MSc in Graphical Information Systems with River Basic Dynamics & Management)

2) University of Brighton (MSc in Graphical Information Systems & Environmental Management (PGDip))

3) University of Southampton ( Applied Geographical Information Systems & Remote Sensing)

4) Sheffield Hallam University (MSc in Geographical Information Systems)

5) University of Aberdeen (MSc in Geographical Information Systems)

6) University of Liverpool (MSc in Geographic Data Science)

7) University of Portsmouth (MSc in Geographical Information Systems)

8) University of Edinburgh (MSc in Geographical Information Science)

9) Birkbeck, University of London (MSc in Geographic Data Science) 

10) Swansea University (MSc Geographic Information & Climate Change)

11) University of Dundee (MSc in Graphical Information Systems with Spatial Planning)

12)Ulster University (MSc/PGDip in Geographic Information Systems, MSc/PGDip in Geographic Information Systems & Environmental Management)

13) University of Leicester (MSc in Geographical Information Science)

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Entry Requirements for Geographic Information System in UK:

1) The applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in geography or a relevant subject at 2:1 or expected to have an honors degree with important elements of geography, environmental science or computing, and related subjects. Also, candidates with other qualifications may be considered on an individual basis

2) Work experience preferably in the relevant field and students with a background in geography and have good numeracy and computing skills may have the advantage

3) English language test scores of IELTS/TOEFL/PTE. Applicants who got 70-75% in English in their respective 12th state board can fulfill English proficiency

4) Transcripts of previous bachelor degree in geography or other relevant subjects with official translations in English

5) Personal statement stating an understanding and interest in the field of genetics

6) Reference letters from employers and professors

7) CV/Resume stating your academic details along with personal skills and work experience details 

8) Copy of passport

9) Application fee varies with universities in the UK

 

Tuition fees and other expenses:
 

1) The tuition costs for master degree courses in GIS in the UK for domestic/ EU/EEA students are averagely around $13000 per year while for international/non-EU/EEA students can range from $23000 to $30000 per year

2) Living costs for students in the UK may include hostel and meals that can cost around EUR 9500, transportation can cost up to EUR 850 along personal expenses that can have a budget around EUR 800. Other necessary expenses like food, books, clothing, off-campus accommodation, visa fees, health insurance, and entertainment may vary with the living location, country, and standard of living

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