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Applied Science (Geographic Information Systems)

University of Otago
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Tuition EUR 30,146 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Dunedin City, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Applied Science (Geographic Information Systems) at University of Otago is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Applied Science (Geographic Information Systems) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 30,146 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Dunedin, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Applied Science (Geographic Information Systems) programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Five papers from:Two further 400- or 500-level papers approved by the Programme Director;SURV 508 Spatial Databases,SURV 509 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies,SURV 510 Management Issues in Geographic Information Systems,SURV 511 Spatial Analysis and Modelling,SURV 512 Geovisualisation and Cartography,SURV 513 Resource Mapping and Image Processing,SURV 515 GIS Programming in Python;
  2. SURV 508 Spatial Databases,
  3. SURV 509 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies,
  4. SURV 510 Management Issues in Geographic Information Systems,
  5. SURV 511 Spatial Analysis and Modelling,
  6. SURV 512 Geovisualisation and Cartography,
  7. SURV 513 Resource Mapping and Image Processing,
  8. SURV 515 GIS Programming in Python;
  9. One of:APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study,APPS 598 Workplace-based Project.
  10. APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study,
  11. APPS 598 Workplace-based Project.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission to the Programme

  1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
  2. Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
    1. be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers;
    2. have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B;
    3. have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
  3. In considering an applicant\'s qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant\'s performance in the programme.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 30,146 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 30,146 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 7.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Otago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Otago

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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