Comments about BSc Geographical Information Systems - At the institution - Kingston Upon Thames - Greater London
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Objectives
You 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.
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Entry requirements
Entry 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
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Academic title
BSc Geographical Information Systems
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Course description
BSc 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)
