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, The MSc in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography from University of Glasgow is the only programme in the UK that focuses on cartography. The programme has been running since 1963 and celebrated its 50th birthday in 2013.
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. University of Glasgow's School of Geographical and Earth Sciences is proud to announce that it is ranked 32nd in the world (QS World Rankings 2014). The School is consistently ranked amongst the top 10 in the UK and top 5 in Scotland, recently achieving 2nd in Scotland and 8th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2015). With a 95% overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2014, the School of Geographical and Earth Sciences continues to meet student expectations combining both teaching excellence and a supportive learning environment.
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. Textbooks for semester 1 courses are included in fees; and you will attend the three-day GIS Research UK conference as part of the programme (included in fees).
Career Prospects: Career opportunities exist in both the private and public sectors and there is currently high demand for GIS skills. Positions include cartographer with map publishing company, government agency, or private service agency; GIS specialist, ranging from support in large corporations (banking, insurance, retail), environmental consultancies, local authorities, utility companies; mapping specialist with software house or geoinformation data provider. GIS Officer, Dundee City Council, Dundee, UK.
Graduates of this programme have gone on to positions such as: GIS Cartographer at Arcus Renewable Energy ConsultingGIS Operator at Scottish WaterGIS Analyst at Forth GISGIS Cartographer at L&M Surveys, Cartographer at Harper-Collins Cartographic GIS Analyst at Arcus GIS Analyst at Natural Power, Estates Technical Surveyor at North Ayrshire Council.
University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
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, The MSc in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography from University of Glasgow is the only programme in the UK that focuses on cartography. The programme has been running since 1963 and celebrated its 50th birthday in 2013.
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. University of Glasgow's School of Geographical and Earth Sciences is proud to announce that it is ranked 32nd in the world (QS World Rankings 2014). The School is consistently ranked amongst the top 10 in the UK and top 5 in Scotland, recently achieving 2nd in Scotland and 8th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2015). With a 95% overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2014, the School of Geographical and Earth Sciences continues to meet student expectations combining both teaching excellence and a supportive learning environment.
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. Textbooks for semester 1 courses are included in fees; and you will attend the three-day GIS Research UK conference as part of the programme (included in fees).
Career Prospects: Career opportunities exist in both the private and public sectors and there is currently high demand for GIS skills. Positions include cartographer with map publishing company, government agency, or private service agency; GIS specialist, ranging from support in large corporations (banking, insurance, retail), environmental consultancies, local authorities, utility companies; mapping specialist with software house or geoinformation data provider. GIS Officer, Dundee City Council, Dundee, UK.
Graduates of this programme have gone on to positions such as: GIS Cartographer at Arcus Renewable Energy ConsultingGIS Operator at Scottish WaterGIS Analyst at Forth GISGIS Cartographer at L&M Surveys, Cartographer at Harper-Collins Cartographic GIS Analyst at Arcus GIS Analyst at Natural Power, Estates Technical Surveyor at North Ayrshire Council.
University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
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