PG Dip Geographic Data Science at Birkbeck, University of London

Programme overview

On this postgraduate geographic data science course you will learn to apply data science, machine learning and geographic information system (GIS) techniques. This will enable you to gather, analyse and extract insights from geospatial data to uncover the underlying patterns driving various urban and natural environments.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences | Duration: One year full-time, on campus; Two years part-time, on campus | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Using cutting-edge tools and technologies, this course offers you technical and transferable skills for manipulating and analysing spatial data related to natural and human phenomena. You will explore several analytical techniques, approaches and case studies to learn how to effectively gather, manage, visualise and analyse large spatial datasets from various social, urban and environmental domains. Compulsory modules include Geospatial Programming and Spatial Machine Learning, Introduction to Geographic Data Science, Research Methods, Spatial Data Analytics.

Career pathways

Studying this course will prepare you for roles in a range of fields and professions, including: public policy, environmental agencies, remote-sensing applications, software development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in geography, computer science or a cognate discipline. In some instances we will consider professional experience in place of a degree. Some experience of geographic information systems is desirable, but is not a requirement. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 6,180 a year (2027/28). Part-time home students, Year 1; One year full-time or two years part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

International applicants: GBP 10,890 a year (2027/28). Part-time international students, Year 1; One year full-time or two years part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: One year full-time, on campus; Two years part-time, on campus

Apply through the official page: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/student-services/admissions/postgraduate/applications

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