Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science at UNE?
No longer offered. Currently enrolled students must complete this course by 31 December, 2012.
Full-time students can only start in 1st semester (on and off-campus)
Part-time students can start in either 1st or 2nd semester (on and off-campus)
The Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science is the first award level of a fully articulated program which gives qualified applicants the opportunity for study at three progressive levels: Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science, Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science; Master of Geographic Information Science.
The Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science is designed to provide basic academic and professional training in the use and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing for graduates who wish to increase their knowledge in this area.
Students can design their own program of study, in consultation with academic staff, based on their background knowledge and area of interest. In addition to the core units, students are able to select two units across areas of study.
The Graduate Certificate will be awarded at the level of Pass, Pass with Credit, Pass with Distinction or Pass with High Distinction depending on the level of academic achievement.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate will be qualified for professional positions dealing with GIS and remote sensing.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
0.5 Years Full-timeUp to 2 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
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International Students
International Students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | GradCertGISc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 24 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | On completion of the Graduate Certificate, students are able to articulate to the Graduate Diploma. All units counted towards the Graduate Certificate will count towards the Graduate Diploma. Articulation to the Master of Geographic Information Science On completion of the Graduate Diploma, students are able to articulate to the Master program with 24 credit points (no more than 12 credit points at undergraduate level) of advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International Students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Environmental Science or Environmental Management or Natural Resources; or (b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 6 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising: (a) 6 credit points for units completed at UNE; or (b) 6 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or (c) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. (d) There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification. |
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| Academic Colours |
Reseda (BCC 77) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Environmental Science or Environmental Management or Natural Resources; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 6 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 6 credit points for units completed at UNE; or
(b) 6 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or
(c) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience.
There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 0.5 year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to two years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points, including 12 credit points from EM334/534 and NR331/531, and 12 credit points at 200-level or above from the Listed Units or as approved by the course coordinator.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 12 cps |
| Listed Units | 12 cps |
| Total | 24 cps |
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Award of Degree
A candidate who meets the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.