Online Courses Handbook 2003

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
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
The course is one year of full-time study but may be taken on a part-time basis over two years or more.

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

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