We also accept the following International qualifications:
Geographic Information Systems looks at how spatial information (data detailing the topographical position of objects), is captured, integrated, modelled and visualised. This includes areas such as satellite remote sensing, photographic techniques and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) along with information science.
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100-level,
COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems
COMP 161 Computer Programming
COMP 162 Foundations of Computer Science
MATH 160 Mathematics 1, or MATH 170 Mathematics 2
SURV 102 Geospatial Science
At least one of COMP 151, GEOG 101, GEOG 102, STAT 110, SURV 101, ENGL 228
Note: Students are exempt from COMP 161 if they have gained entry to COMP 162 by passing COMP 151 with a grade of at least B or via an Advanced Placement Test., 18
200-level,
INFO 201 Developing Information Systems 1
INFO 202 Developing Information Systems 2
SURV 208 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
At least one 200-level GEOG or SURV paper, 18
Above 200-level, SURV 309 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies
SURV 319 Spatial Algorithms and Programming
SURV 411 Spatial Analysis and Modelling
At least one further 300-level GEOG or SURV paper, 18
Plus, 108 further points, including either requirements for an approved minor or approved second major subject or other approved papers, 108
Total, , 360
Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours (BAppSc(Hons)) in Geographic Information Systems
Papers
SURV 590 Dissertation
SURV 512 Geovisualisation and Cartography
SURV 513 Resource Mapping and Image Processing
PMAN 501 Advanced Project Management
an approved 500-level SURV, PMAN or 400-level GEOG paper
Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) in Geographic Information Systems
Papers
SURV 509 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies
SURV 511 Advanced Spatial Analysis and Modelling
SURV 512 Geovisualisation and Cartography
SURV 513 Resource Mapping and Image Processing
SURV 519 Spatial Analysis and Programming
Two further approved 400-level papers
APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study or APPS 598 Workplace-based Project
Master of Science (MSc) in Geographic Information Systems
Papers and Thesis
GEOG 495 Master's Thesis Preparation
Four papers from:
SURV 509 Introduction to Remote Sensing Technologies
SURV 511 Advanced Spatial Analysis and Modelling
SURV 512 Geovisualisation and Cartography
SURV 513 Resource Mapping and Image Processing
SURV 519 Spatial Analysis and Programming
and/or other 400- or 500-level papers approved by the Programme Director
Thesis: GISS 5
Note: The papers are normally taken before undertaking the thesis.
There are diverse opportunities for GIS graduates throughout New Zealand and worldwide. You'll gain the specialist skills needed to work as a GIS or Remote Sensing operator, analyst or manager.
You may end up employed by a large corporation, working in local, regional or the national government, or equally, you could work for a consultancy firm. This kind of work tends to have plenty of variety, and opportunities for travel.
You might be identifying the geographical distribution of endangered plant, animal or bird species. You could work for a regional council, analysing the risk of landslips or flood mitigation; or advising on planning issues. You will also be in an excellent position to launch your own business after you have gained some experience in the spatial information industry.
Overseas Student Health Cover: 700 NZD per year
