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University of Otago Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) - Geographic Information Systems

University of Otago

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) - Geographic Information Systems

Dunedin, New Zealand

1 Years

English

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    About: The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) in Geographic Information Systems focuses on the practical use of geospatial technologies. It offers students a chance to gain hands-on experience with GIS tools and techniques over a one-year course duration. The program is designed to enhance technical skills and knowledge in the rapidly evolving field of GIS.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can explore various career opportunities, including roles as GIS analysts, spatial data scientists, urban planners, and environmental consultants. This diploma equips students with the skills needed for positions in government agencies, private sector companies, and non-profit organizations.

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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) - Geographic Information Systems

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) is a two semester Program, which builds on an undergraduate Applied Science degree. It allows people who are currently working to undertake blocks of study - one block for the certificate, a second block to complete the diploma. Alternatively, students may wish to complete the 120 point Program in a continuous run.

Why study Geographic Information Systems?

GIS are fundamental to urban and regional planning, wildlife management, using business intelligence in commerce, tourism, public health, traffic management, and a host of other applications. It is a multi-billion dollar worldwide industry, with opportunities almost anywhere in the global economy.

It is an area of study that is truly cross-disciplinary. GIS combines academic rigour with practical application. Accurate, complete and up-to-date spatial information is an immensely valuable resource for businesses and governments.

You will gain a thorough understanding of spatial data, analysis, and visualisation, and be able to apply GIS techniques.

You'll also learn about mobile GIS and web mapping as well as remote sensing (including from drones) and GNSS (GPS positioning.

You will learn skills in project management, cartographic representation, database design, and basic computer programming.

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