MSc Geographical Information Science

The Geographical Information Science MSc course offered by University of Leicester is an intensive, innovative program conceived for the training of professionals in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing with the ability to apply these skills in a range of areas including business, environment and planning.Course Content: The curriculum spans various modules that cover a broad base of skills including the principles of GIS, contemporary applications, practical aspects of data collection and analysis, remote sensing image analysis, and the role of spatial decision support systems in business and environment. Students also undertake a dissertation based on an original research project.Key Modules: The course includes several core and optional modules. Core modules include Principles of GIS, GIS in Business and Service Planning, Environmental Applications of GIS, Spatial Decision Support Systems, Remote Sensing for Earth Observation, and Algorithms for GIS. Optional modules can also be selected, such as GIS for Analysis of Health, Environmental Modelling and Resources, and Digital Image Processing for Remote Sensing.Accreditations: The programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and by the Chartered Institute of IT (BCS) on behalf of the science council as partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a chartered scientist.Future Careers: Once completed, the MSc in Geographical Information Science can lead to opportunities in a variety of sectors from environmental agencies, government departments, and the transport industry to digital marketing, defense, and utilities. Graduates can aim for careers such as GIS analysts, data scientists, remote sensing scientists, environmental consultants, spatial data analysts, and more. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.