BH117 - Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours)
Plan: BH117P23 - Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours)
Award abbreviation: BGeospSc(Hons)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: 4 years full-time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
ASCED code: 031199
CRICOS code: 110980K
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours) degree will enable you to apply scientific principles in professional practice as well as research.
You will gain a sound repertoire of scientific knowledge and skills, which will provide you with a foundation for a professional career in Geospatial Science. Examples include careers in cartography, mapping, surveying, measurement and geographical visualisation.
You will develop:
- knowledge and fundamental skills essential for all aspects of work and research in the geospatial sciences;
- knowledge in all areas of geospatial science including cartography, mapping, surveying, measurement, and geographical visualization.
- practical skills developed through field work, presentations, projects and reports.
- a foundation for a career in geospatial sciences and opportunities to take on a leadership role in a changing global market shaped by economic, cultural, environmental and regulatory dynamics.
The learning activities and experiences in this program are designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorials, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits and provision of online materials.
The Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours) provides you with a capstone experience, which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program. GEO2163 Geospatial Science Project 1 provides an opportunity to apply your learning through work placement. GEOM2114 Capstone Research (Design) and GEOM2115 Capstone Research (Implementation) provide you with the opportunity to conduct an independent research project. Your project will demonstrate elements of research and enquiry, including a literature review, analysis and discussion. All projects are reviewed by an industry panel as a part of the assessment.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, other courses will be delivered via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Graduates of the RMIT program C6175 Advanced Diploma of Surveying will be guaranteed entry into the BH117P23 Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours) program and receive credit to a value of 96 credit points (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points)
To be eligible to enter the BH117P23 program with 96 credit points of credit, students must have completed C5416 Diploma of Surveying and C6175 Advanced Diploma of Surveying programs and must meet the following requirements:
As per agreement |
Course Code |
Course Title |
|---|---|---|
Must complete for credit to ONPS2700: |
GEOM5194C |
Conduct Advanced Remote Sensing Analysis |
Must complete for credit to ONPS2701: |
GEOM5193C |
Conduct Advanced GNSS Control Surveys |
Must complete for credit to ONPS2699: |
GEOM51777C |
Produce Maps for Land Management Purposes |
Must complete for credit to GEOM1033: |
COSC6249C |
Develop 2D and 3D terrain visualisations |
Must complete for credit to GEOM2083: |
GEOM5196C |
Monitor geospatial structures |
Must complete for credit to GEOM2077: |
GEOM5179C |
Capture New Spatial Data |
Approved Studies 1 |
BUSM6533C |
BUSM6533C |
LAW5208C |
LAW5208C |
|
Approved Studies 2 |
MANU7431 |
Use advanced 2D and 3D computer aided drafting techniques |
NB: While the total value of the credit offered equates to 1 standard year of full-time study, the amount of time required to complete the remaining study may exceed 4 years if you commence the program at mid-year.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English, or equivalent studies.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not currently accredited by any external industry or professional body.
Industry Links
The School of Science has extensive links with industry across all aspects of this program, including cartography, spatial sciences and surveying.
This program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. These committees help inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com.
A Geospatial Science Library Guide for surveying and geospatial science is available at: http://rmit.libguides.com/geospatial
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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