Bachelor (Honours)
RMIT has a dedicated field station at Yarra Bend where students can put theory into practice, using high-tech industry standard equipment.
Practical work is based on industry standard software and hardware, the same tools you will find in the workplace to reinforce the theoretical learning.
RMIT maintains strong links with industry and members of the profession regularly participate in our teaching courses.
Many RMIT activities are guided by industry. For example, you'll undertake an exercise based on the Yarra Bend Park Strategy Plan. You'll survey an area of the park, then model, design and illustrate an amphitheatre to suit the local environment.
In addition, all students carry out a final-year research project that is industry-approved and reflects current best practice.
You are also expected to complete 60 days of work experience during your course. This usually takes the form of paid employment during vacation periods or as a part-time employee. RMIT may assist you with finding a placement.
Education Abroad programWhile there's a sound theoretical base, most courses incorporate extensive practical work to build skills as well as knowledge.
Learning support for students includes a first-year transition program, academic coordinators for each year level and a strong Geospatial Science Student Association.
In the early years of the course, you'll study the fundamentals of measurement science, cartography and spatial information science (GIS).
Other fundamental skills in mathematics, statistics and physics are also covered.
In later years, more specialised studies are offered in spatial analysis, web design, remote sensing, image analysis and professional practice.
Elective choices give you the opportunity to develop further skills in these areas or to learn more about information technology, environmental studies, planning and land administration.
From first year, you'll engage in project-based learning, tackling real-world problems and designing solutions using geospatial tools.
This continues in other years, and you'll design and undertake a substantial major project in your final year.
Practical work is based on industry-standard software and hardware, the same tools you'll find in the workplace. You'll have ample opportunities to develop skills and experience with these tools.
As more and more organisations rely on spatial data as a key information source, the industry demand for graduates grows. It's typical that more than 90% of RMIT graduates are employed within three months of completing their studies, demonstrating that demand for geospatial science professionals is growing across Australia and the globe. Graduates work in diverse roles that:
Geospatial scientists develop and manage geographic information systems in a diverse range of exciting areas, including:
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.