Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary
- Gain advanced skills in implementing Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
- Apply GIS to map and analyse real-world problems.
- Develop your ability to communicate complex concepts to a range of audiences.
- Increase your employability skills by working on live projects in the industry.
Modules
Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page. Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course. Final Year Compulsory Modules Advances In Gis | Coursework (100%) Applied Research Methods | Coursework (100%) Applying Gis | Coursework (100%) Gis And Spatial Analysis | Coursework (100%) Gis And Statistical Modelling | Coursework (100%) Gis Professional Independent Project | Coursework (100%) Introduction To Gis | Coursework (100%) Major Research Project | Coursework (100%) Monitoring Change With Gis Spatial And Environmental Skills | Coursework (100%) Elective Modules Comparative International Planning | Coursework (100%) Ecological Field Survey And Evaluation | Coursework (100%) Gis And The Environment | Coursework (100%) Open Source And Online Gis | Coursework (100%) Professional Practice | Coursework (100%) Professional Project | Coursework (100%) Remote Sensing | Coursework (100%)
Assessment method
Coursework
Entry requirements
A lower second class degree or above in a relevant subject ensures consideration for entry on to the course. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. (Find out more: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/how-to-apply/recognise-prior-learning). Individuals without a suitable degree will be considered where they can demonstrate they meet the applicant entry profile and have worked for two years at a management level using GIS in the workplace, or, have a sufficiently high level of technical ability and responsibility within their role to meet the satisfaction of the admissions tutor.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An IELTS 6.0 score with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. |
If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB