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

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

Students having successfully completed the four year Bachelor of Surveying or the Bachelor of Science (Cartography) degrees with honours 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.

Availability

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.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.