Geographic Information Systems looks at how information that has coordinates attached (spatial information) is captured, integrated, modelled and visualised.
It draws together papers from the disciplines of Surveying, Information Science and Geography, with the aim of giving students skills in collecting spatial data (e.g. by remote sensing or GPS methods).
The information is then analysed in order to answer real-world problems from such diverse areas as business opportunity, environmental risk, the distribution of diseases and the spread of plant species.
This major is available for the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc).
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Did you know?
While surveyors measure the exact locations of places and objects in relation to each other, the use and management of this information in a digital system is the domain of the expert in geographic information systems.
It's a skill that is vital to the management of the land, oceans and environment, and integral to commerce, health, tourism and marketing.
If you were to map the ocean floor, for example, you'd be creating something in 3 dimensions that cannot actually been seen in real life. This has important consequences for researchers, governments and the entire marine industry. For businesses, the ability to use and manipulate spatial information creates competitive and cost advantages.
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Career opportunities
Graduates work in private consultancies, with local authorities or central government in various analysis, consultancy or management roles.
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Further info
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School of Surveying
310 Castle St
University of Otago
PO Box 56, Dunedin |
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