Program Overview
The Geographical Information Science and Archaeology at The University of Edinburgh is a MSc 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 Geographical Information Science and Archaeology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geographical Information Science and Archaeology programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Spatial Database Methods; Distributed GIS Frontiers in Archaeology: Research Seminars
- Fundamentals for Remote Sensing
- Further Spatial Analysis
- GeoVisualisation
- Hyperspectral Remote Sensing
- Introduction to Radar Remote Sensing
- Object Oriented Software Engineering Principles
- Object Oriented Software Engineering: Spatial Algorithms
- The Scottish Lowlands: Archaeology and Landscape before the Normans
- Theoretical Archaeology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent.
We may also consider a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with relevant industrial or business experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh 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 The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh (Universitas Academica Edinburgensis) is a historic and globally respected public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, founded in 1583, making it one of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 05 August 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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