Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a professionally-orientated program that aims to build and extend skills in the rapidly evolving fields of GIS and related subject areas including satellite remote sensing. The program includes two compulsory units in GIS, an introduction to remote sensing, and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
A Bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent.
Students without the stated entry requirements but who have relevant professional experience and/or training may apply.
This course is not available to international students. Please enquire online for advice on alternative course options.
There is substantial employer demand for people with education and training in Geographic Information Systems and related subject areas such as Remote Sensing. Employers from the private sector, local, state and commonwealth government agencies seek graduates with GIS and Spatial Science skills across a range of sectors including environmental management, resource management, forestry, planning, engineering and construction.
There are four 12.5% units that are compulsory - two for geographic information systems, one for remote sensing and a GPS unit. These are key geospatial science skills on which intermediate and mastery units rely for the Professional Honours and Master courses.