The Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology (PGDipGST) programme provides students with foundational experience and knowledge of geospatial technology. Students will be prepared for entry-level geospatial roles, and also for further postgraduate study.
Students learn programming, research analysis, database management, geospatial technology, and communication of findings. The programme combines expertise from areas such as Data Science, Computer Science, Geography, and Environmental Science.
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The PGDipGST includes three compulsory courses on spatial analysis technology and programming, plus one other GISC course.
Students must also take 60 points of additional courses from a selection that cover topics such as big data, business technologies, human interface technology, industry uses of spatial analysis, and a workplace internship.
Compulsory courses
Students must complete these compulsory courses:
GISC 402 GI Science Research
GISC 404 Spatial Analysis
GISC 412 Spatial Algorithms and Programming
one other GISC course
Optional courses
Students are required to complete optional courses (60 points) from topics that include data science, statistics, computer programming, and digital business and technology. These can be selected from the Professional Master of Geospatial Science and Technology Schedule E.
Pathways include:
Graduates of this Diploma will be able to fulfil the current geospatial skill shortage in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas in a range of different industries, including the private sector, government, and community organisations.
Insurance/year: 700 NZD/per year
