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184103 v.6 Master of Science (Surveying and Mapping)


MSc(Curtin)

Introduction

This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to obtain further postgraduate specialist qualifications in surveying and mapping by applying specific skills and understanding in carrying out independent research. Thesis topics will be chosen from problems of continuing or emerging significance and often will relate to relevant problems of industry and government.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

In the case of the four year Bachelor of Surveying or the Bachelor of Science (Cartography) degrees with honours, students may be admitted directly into this masters course. Alternatively, they may be admitted after having completed a postgraduate diploma, properly structured to give comprehensive study of core areas. Students with equivalent qualifications from other institutions will be admitted at the discretion of the Department's Coordinator of Postgraduate Studies. Students may be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process.

Duration and Availability

This course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

Each student's study program will comprise a thesis in surveying and mapping, which will constitute the total study program and may not be completed in less than one calendar year of full-time study.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Majors, Streams or Other Core Components

   
99016 v.2   Masters Thesis - Spatial Sciences
 
           

Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2004Bentley CampusResearch Term 1YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.



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