Overview
What you will learn
By the end of this GIS course offered by University of Sydney , you should be able to:
- describe what a Geographic Information System (GIS) is
- operate ArcGIS and QGIS software packages
- work with spatial data
- differential between .shp, .gdb, and raster files
- make beautiful and informative maps
- geoprocess spatial data using spatial joins, intersections, and overlays
- develop spatial models (Model Builder)
- find, download, and use ABS statistical geography.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Geographic Information Systems
- ESRI ArcGIS software suite 10.6 (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and more)
- QGIS 3.1
- Types of spatial data – vector and raster
- File types - .shp vs geodatabase
- Projection coordinate systems
- Geoprocessing and spatial data manipulation techniques
- Creating maps using principles of cartography
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Geographical Information Systems (GIS)Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS Number: 0026A
- While no programming is required for this class, some basic proficiency working with data is required.
Tuition Fee
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International
520 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 520 AUD for the full programme during 1 days. -
National
520 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 520 AUD for the full programme during 1 days.
Living costs for Sydney
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.