MSc Geospatial Sciences (Geographic Information Science and Computing) in London United Kingdom | University College London

University College London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 37,500
(c. USD50,180.63)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The Master's in Geospatial Sciences (GIS and Computing) equips students with comprehensive knowledge of geospatial data handling, from collection to processing and analysis. Through seminars and research projects, learners collaborate with academic experts and industry leaders on innovative studies. This specialized GIS and Computing curriculum emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, focusing particularly on technical and analytical competencies. The program explores diverse subjects including spatial analysis, geocomputation, programming, machine learning, data science, and application development. Our alumni emerge as skilled GIS practitioners, not just basic users.

Ideal candidates possess foundational GIS knowledge from academic or professional settings and seek to advance their technical abilities and theoretical understanding through this program. Applicants should demonstrate numerical proficiency and a passion for coding. We encourage applications from various disciplines such as geography, engineering, environmental science, mathematics/statistics, earth sciences, architecture, archaeology, and computational sciences. Professionals with relevant experience in Geographic Information Science or related fields are also welcome to apply.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (such as engineering, architecture, geography, urban planning, mathematics, surveying, marine and earth sciences, computer science) from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Normally only candidates with either a first or upper second-class degree will be accepted, although applicants with a lower second-class degree supported by extensive work experience will also be considered. he English language level for this programme is: Level 1

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop yo International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Applicants may take the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test to meet the requirements. TOEFL Overall score of 92 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 20/30 in speaking and listening

Tuition GBP 37,500

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