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I AGREEFull time
1 year
SEP
MSc - Master of Science
Climatology Global Warming Geographical Information Systems
Taught
COURSE OVERVIEW
The MSc in Geographic Information and Climate Change gives cross-disciplinary training in the scientific basis of GIS, satellite remote sensing and earth system modelling, alongside aspects of climate change.
You will concentrate on the technical aspects of GIS and earth observation, as well as the past, present and future global and regional environmental and climatic change.
By graduation you will have hands-on experience and technical knowledge in GIS and remote sensing, supported by a broad knowledge of scientific issues underpinning climate change.
Your learning benefits from the combined Geography and Biosciences research expertise of our staff around geographic information, environmental and climate dynamics, marine and ecosystem biology, and sustainable development.
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The MSc in Geographic Information & Climate change improves your prospects for a rewarding career.
You will have employment opportunities in utilities, county councils, the environmental service industry or regulating bodies. A future career in academia will also be open to you.
Our graduates have progressed to a range of stimulating roles. Below are just a few examples.
Our career support services include:
We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.
The MSc in Geographic Information & Climate change improves your prospects for a rewarding career.
For this course (per year)
£9,050
Average for all Postgrad courses (per year)
£5,202
For this course (per year)
£18,850
Average for all Postgrad courses (per year)
£12,227
Normally a 2:1 degree (with 55% average) in an approved subject. Applicants are expected to have good mathematical and computing skills.
Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches of the spectacular Gower Peninsula. Swansea has recently been named University of the Year by students at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2019, where it was also runner-up in the Postgraduate category. It’s also recognised as a UK top 30 research institution (Research Excellence Framework 2014). The...more
Full time | 1 year | SEP