Geoinformation Technology and Cartography

Entry requirements

2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Geomatics Degrees including Geodetic Engineering, Geodetic Science, Geographical Engineering, Geographical Information Systems, Geographical Information Science, Geospatial Science, Geospatial Engineering, Land Surveying, Land and cadastral surveying, Mapping Sciences, Surveying, Surveying and Mapping, Surveying Science, Surveying Engineering, Topographical Science or Topographical Surveying.

Can also accept Build Environment, Computing Science, Art, Applied Graphics, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Psychology, Social Science or Geography, Mathematics, Statistics, Urban/Regional Studies or Planning if they contain some maths/stats content.

We may also accept degrees below minimum if they have extensive work experience. These will be assessed on a case by case basis

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This Masters in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography focuses on understanding and managing the locational data required to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) together with visualisation and map production in a GIS environment. It is the only programme in the UK to have a significant emphasis on cartography; and our focus on the underpinning geomatics aspects and cartographic output is unique among GIS programmes.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME

• Geography and Environmental Science at Glasgow is ranked 7th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023)
• If you are seeking a career in geographic information management or cartography and have little or no academic background in this subject: or if you have a technical/practical background in the subject and are seeking an academic qualification; this programme is designed for you.
• This is the only programme in the UK that focuses on cartography. It offers modern, cutting-edge cartographic and data visualisation practices and is developed in conjunction with industry via our Geospatial Industry Advisory Board
• This programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES), when fully completed with the award of an MSc.
• The MSc in Geoinformation Technology and Cartography is a one-year Masters programme aimed at those seeking a career in Geographic Information management or cartography. The focus of the course is on understanding and managing the locational data underpinning Geographic Information Systems (GIS), visualisation and map production in a GIS environment.
• You will benefit from access to our extensive computer laboratories and the latest software, including ArcGIS and MapInfo for GIS, graphic design packages and remote sensing processing software.
• The programme will include either attendance a 3-day GIS research conference (depending on dates), or a short residential field course. Costs for this are included within the programme fee.
• The School of Geographical & Earth Sciences has an Athena Swan Silver Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.

Information for international students

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)

• 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
• IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.