Bachelor of Science with a major in Spatial Information Science
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Overview
Science at Macquarie has a strong focus on peer-assisted learning and practical work, both in the field and in our high-quality laboratories. This hands-on approach will allow you to develop your scientific research skills, critical thinking and problem solving ability.
Learn from internationally recognised researchers and gain state-of-the-art scientific knowledge.
Spatial Information Science (SIS) explores the way spatial information is derived and used. Spatial information is information about locations on the Earth’s surface. It is important in the management of the local environment and for supporting environmental decision making.
Applications include protecting wetlands, mineral exploration, routing emergency vehicles, optimising locations for new infrastructure, modelling climate change and land degradation. The field covers a wide range of technologies including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, global positioning systems, and digital aerial photography.
Graduates with expertise in spatial science contribute to workplaces and research fields such as natural resource management, local government, emergency management, land administration, forestry, agriculture, marine environments, health, defence, education, infrastructure management, transport and more.
The major in Spatial Information Science is available by distance education (external study) mode, with some units requiring attendance on campus.
Degrees offering Spatial Information Science
Key features
- A flexible study program which will enable you to tailor a program to suit your individual needs and interests.
- A focus on practical work which enhances the development of skills and problem solving abilities.
- The major uses the latest Spatial Information Science computer software.
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
It is suitable for all students interested in finding employment in any workplace that uses Spatial Information Science.
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Entry requirements
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 68 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 38 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 18 |
| Minimum number of credit points designated as Science | 42 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit |
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | 3cp from | GEOS112 | The Planet Earth | ||
| ENV or ENVE or ENVG units at 100 level | 3 | ||||
| Required | 3cp from | COMP or ISYS units at 100 level | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENV264 | Introduction to Geographic Information Science | 3 | ||
| Required | 3cp from | ENV or ENVE or ENVG units at 200 level | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENVE383 | C | Environmental Analysis Using Remote Sensing and GIS | 3 | |
| Required | ENVG390 | GIS for Urban and Regional Management | 3 | ||
| Required | 6cp from | ENVE or ENVG units at 300 level | 6 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- analysis and management of bushfires
- census data analysis
- disaster management and risk assessment
- environmental analysis
- erosion, salinity and other agricultural assessments
- health incidents analysis
- resource planning decisions
- traffic and route analysis
- urban redevelopment planning
- utilities management
- water resources management
Employers
• departments of environment and conservation
• departments of forestry
• Energy Australia
• environmental consultancies
• Geoscience Australia
• local government
• rural fire services
• Sydney Water
Average starting salary
$44,169 for an environmental studies graduate (source: The Good Universities Guide, 2010).
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