Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology
Course details
| Domestic tuition | $8,669 per year |
|---|---|
| International tuition | $34,900 |
| NZQF Level | 8 |
About the course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology (PGDipGST) programme provides students with foundational experience and knowledge of geospatial technology. Students will be prepared for entry-level geospatial roles, and also for further postgraduate study.
Students learn programming, research analysis, database management, geospatial technology and communication of findings. The programme combines expertise from areas such as Data Science, Computer Science, Geography and Environmental Science.
Entry requirements
Postgraduate certificates and diplomas require a relevant bachelor's degree. If you gained your qualifications overseas, these will need to be assessed to ensure they are of an equivalent standard.
Students are required to have completed a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), with a minimum of a B grade average in 300-level courses in a subject relevant to geospatial analysis. Alternatively, students can apply based on three years of relevant professional experience in a related industry.
Prospective students without a geospatial study or work background should take GISC 422 Foundations of Geographic Information Systems as part of their diploma.
Students will be approved by the College of Engineering Dean (Academic) based on the standard of their previous studies and work experience.
You are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
About the provider
At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.
You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love.
UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.