Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science at UNE?
No longer offered. Currently enrolled students must complete this course by 31 December, 2014.
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 Diploma in Geographic Information Science is designed to provide further academic and professional training in the use and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing for those students who wish to increase their knowledge and application of this area. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma will be well qualified for professional positions dealing with GIS and remote sensing.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma will be well qualified for professional positions dealing with GIS and remote sensing.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 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 | GradDipGISc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Concurrent Enrolment with the Bachelor of Science: After completion of two years of study (96 credit points) towards the degree of Bachelor of Science, students may enrol concurrently for the Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science. The Graduate Diploma will not be awarded until the Bachelor degree has been completed. Articulation from the Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science: 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 cp (no more than 12 cp will be for undergraduate level units) 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) hold at least 12 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Natural Resources or Geographic Information Science or equivalent; or (c) 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 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising: (a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE and not more than 12 credit points at undergraduate level; or (b) 24 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. (e) There shall be no advanced standing awarded for NR595. |
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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) hold at least 12 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Natural Resources or Geographic Information Science or equivalent; or
(c) 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 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE and not more than 12 credit points at undergraduate level; or
(b) 24 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.
Advanced standing shall not be awarded for NR595.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
In exceptional circumstances and on the recommendation of the candidate's supervisor, the period of candidature may be extended.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
NR595 can be included in the program of study, with head of school approval, if the student has located a suitable supervisor for the project.
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 | 24 cps |
| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements and who have successfully completed NR595 shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science at the level of Pass or Credit or Distinction or High Distinction.
Candidates who meet the course requirements and who have not completed NR595 shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science at the level of Pass.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science on completion of 24 credit points.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.