MSc Geographical Information Systems at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

Our full- or part-time MSc Geographical Information Systems (GIS) degree course will prepare you for a specialist career in this exciting branch of IT and learn practical skills using professional-level software. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are a major component of information technology – and if you're interested in pursuing a career in this innovative, exciting field, our GIS Master's course will give you the tools to succeed. On this applied course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of using geospatial data for real-world solutions through a combination of practical work and background theory.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 / January 2028 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Applied GIS and Remote Sensing; GIS Programming Essentials; Principles of GIScience; Research Skills and Project; Terrain Evaluation and Natural Hazards.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include Environmental protection, Surveying and statistics, Telecommunications, Civil engineering, Retail and hospitality, Local and national government, International charities, Non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience in a relevant area and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. English language: IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £10,000 Source

International applicants: GBP 18,800 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £18,800 Source

Intake: September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-geographical-information-systems

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