Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (MSc)

University of Southampton

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) provides a powerful means to solve complex problems using advanced techniques, primarily through manipulation of geospatial data.This MSc Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing course will equip you with critical theoretical knowledge and the practical skills you’ll need to become an expert in GIS, Geospatial Analysis and Earth Observation.You’ll explore the fundamentals of GIS and remote sensing, and build your skills to observe, analyse, and make sense of our changing world. You’ll choose from a range of optional modules to gain in-depth understanding of topical and relevant subjects in areas that match your interests and career goals.Our globally renowned researchers' work feeds directly into the course to shape your learning with the latest thinking to solve real-world problems in areas such as:artificial intelligence (AI)health geographiesdisaster managementglobal carbon cyclewildfire monitoring and managementclimate changeYou’ll also have opportunities to:understand GIS and remote sensing, exploring how geospatial technologies are used to capture data and understand our environmentdevelop programming and geospatial data science skills, such as AI or machine learning techniques, for geospatial data analysisbuild transferable skills for research, consultancy, or future PhD studiescarry out your own research project, with the opportunity to work in partnership with a leading industry or research organisationwork with world-renowned researchers from WorldPop group, Southampton Geospatial, and the Geodata Institute

Geography and Environmental Science