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Geographical Information Systems and Science Institution: Kingston University Faculty: Science Department: School of Earth Sciences and Geography Level: Postgraduate Study modes: Distance learning Course content: The programme provides the high quality education needed to meet the needs of users of geotechnology or those seeking to enter a career in GIS; students will gain a high level of competency in the principles of GI Science and the use of geotechnology; they will be able to routinely use professional software for data acquisition, handling, exploration and mapping; knowledge and skills in spatial analysis and spatial databases will provide students with the skills to develop GIS in addition to working with GIS in a range of environments for crime mapping, health analysis, hurricane prediction, 3d modelling and animation and many more; the programme has a number of key overarching features; students will: develop a knowledge and understanding of the principles of GI science and the use of geotechnology; understand the conceptual foundations of geographical information handling; effectively handle spatial entities for data transformations, generalisation and aggregation; develop competency in analytical operations, methods and spatial analyses; effectively implement principles of map design and graphical representation techniques; understand spatial database systems and application design; perform storage and retrieval operations, work with alternative data models, 3D modelling and advanced visualisation; explore the role of GIS in society including organisational and institutional aspects; study a range of themes in geography and environmental science; and prepare themselves for employment, career advancement, further research and lifelong learning by developing their intellectual, problem solving, technical and other key professional and academic skills; the Geographical Information Systems and Science MSc is targeted more towards those who prefer a full GIS programme but with options to specialise in areas of the discipline that are of particular interest. Web: www.kingston.ac.uk |