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PostgraduateMSc

Geographical Information Science

University of Manchester
Manchester, England
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1 yearDuration
£33,600Per Year (Intl)
£15,200Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Manchester, the MSc Geographical Information Science provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. MSc Geographical Information Science (GIS) is an exciting and future-focused course that explores how geospatial technologies are transforming the way we understand and interact with the world around us. From Google Earth to location-based apps and urban planning tools, GIS technologies are now an essential part of everyday life and a powerful driver of innovation across industries. This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to the development and real-world application of GIS and remote sensing technologies. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Spatial Data Analysis and Modelling
Remote Sensing and Image Processing
GIS Software Development and Programming
Advanced Cartography and Data Visualisation
Geospatial Database Management Systems
Environmental Applications of GIS
Research Methods in Geographical Information Science
Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£33,600

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£33,600

Home Student Fee

£15,200

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

45%Working
20%Studying
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH26-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About University of Manchester

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