Geospatial Sciences (Geographic Information Science and Computing) MSc

at University College London

Core Modules

•  Spatial-Temporal Data Analysis and Data Mining (STDM)
•  Web and Mobile GIS - Apps and Programming
•  Research Project
•  Spatial Databases and Data Management
•  Geospatial Science
•  Geospatial Programming
•  Spatial Analysis and Geocomputation

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.

Tuition Fees

• International Fees £32,100

Students graduating with a degree in Geospatial Sciences (Geographic Information Science and Computing) will be equipped for a diverse range of roles, including GIS professional/officer, data scientist, geospatial software developer and consultant. Graduates go on to work for a variety of organisations including engineering consultancies, GIS software companies and national mapping agencies. Our students establish strong links with industry through the industrial seminar series and industrial research projects. Additionally, many graduates from our programmes go on to PhD research at UCL or elsewhere.