ObjectivesYou will gain a high level of competency in the principles of GI science and the use of geotechnology. You will learn how to use professional software for data acquisition, handling, exploration and mapping.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements * a degree (level 6) in an Early Years subject or a degree (level 6) in any subject plus a level 3 qualification in an Early Years subject * a GCSE grade C in English and Maths * a current Criminal Records Bureau clearance * recent and considerable experience across whole 0-5 years age range
Academic titleBSc Geographical Information Systems
Course descriptionBSc Geographical Information Systems
Programme
Year 1
-Introduction to GIS
-GIS Techniques
-Applications of Geo-Analysis
-Mathematics and Statistics
-Sustainable Development: Issues and Concepts
-Investigating the Earth and Environment I
-Investigating the Earth and Environment II
-Understanding the Environment
Year 2
-Geographical Analysis and Modelling
-GIS Enterprise and Research
-Spatial Databases
-GIS Software Development
-Remote Sensing and Image Processing
-Digital Mapping
-Geodemographic Analysis
-Mobile GIS (overseas fieldwork)
Year 3
-Contemporary Issues in GIS
-Geo-visualisation
-Crime Patterns and the Environment
-Systems Analysis and Design
-Applications of Remote Sensing
-Land Information Systems
-Geodemographic Analysis 1
-GIS and hazards
-GIS Dissertation (double)
-GIS Dissertation (single)
-Water Resources Management
-Ecology and Conservation in Temperate Ecosystems
-Geography of Recreation and Tourism
-Global Environments: Strategic Assessment (overseas fieldwork)