Environmental Management and Geographic Information Systems (E-Learning) at Ulster University - UCAS

Ulster University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Environmental Management and Geographic Information Systems (E-Learning) (Taught)

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Course summary

This programme in Environmental Management with GIS provides an advanced education in environmental management, with an emphasis on the concepts and methods for analysing spatial environmental data which are encapsulated within geographic information systems. You will learn the principles and practice of environmental management within the contexts of biodiversity management and the contribution of empirical and case study scientific research, as well as fostering advanced knowledge and skills in the manipulation and analysis of spatial environmental data. Key skills which will be developed are:

  • Biodiversity management plans and site restoration design
  • Ecological monitoring
  • Environmental management systems
  • Research analysis and data interpretation techniques
  • Management, processing, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of geo-spatial data
  • Operation and use of geographic information systems.
The majority of students on the course are already working in industry or public services and taking the course has helped them to gain promotion and/or change careers as a result of their new skills.


Entry requirements

Entry to the PgDip: You must hold a degree in a science or other suitable discipline or demonstrate your ability to undertake the course through the accreditation of prior experiential learning. Entry to the MSc: You initially register for the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and if you complete the PgDip with an overall mark of 50% or higher can proceed to the MSc programme.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Environmental Management and Geographic Information Systems (E-Learning) at Ulster University - UCAS