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Certificate in Geospatial Science and Technology

University of Canterbury, New Zealand
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Course Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science and Technology (PGCertGST) programme equips students with a foundational knowledge of geospatial science and technology at postgraduate level. It can be a stepping-stone to a professional master’s degree or a one year professional qualification.

The programme intersects relevant disciplines such as Data Science, Computer Science, Geography, and Environmental Science with spatial analysis. Students will gain skills in programming, research analysis, database management, geospatial technology, and communication.

General Eligibility

The PGCertGST requires a bachelor’s degree with at least a B Grade Point Average in your 300-level courses in an area relevant to geospatial analysis, or equivalent, or three years of professional experience in a related industry.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

Compulsory courses

Select two of the following courses:

  • Spatial Analysis

  • Python for Earth and Environmental Geospatial Analytics

  • Spatial Data Science

Elective courses

Complete 30 points of courses from the elective courses list.

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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