GD054 - Graduate Diploma in Geospatial Science
Plan: GD054P17 - Graduate Diploma in Geospatial Science
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: Graduate Diploma in Geospatial Science
Award abbreviation: GDGeospSc
Total credit points: 96
Career: PGRD
Duration: 1 year Full Time
Location: City campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
ASCED code: 031101
CRICOS code:
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The coursework programs in Geospatial Information are designed for professionals who already have an undergraduate qualification in a related field (for example environmental science, geography, social science, biology, geology, engineering) and who need to build their skills in managing spatial data. Professionals also looking to make a career change into the geospatial industry can acquire necessary skills through doing one of these programs, as well as para-professionals looking to upgrade their qualifications.
MC265 aims to provide the opportunity for graduates from a wide range of disciplines related to, or having dealings with, geospatial data, to undergo specialist studies in one or several areas of geospatial data management at higher degree level.
Please note this GD054 Graduate Diploma in Geospatial Science is an EXIT point only from the MC265 Master of Geospatial Science. There is no direct entry to this program.
While most courses in this program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
You can exit with this award from MC265 Master of Geospatial Science only.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
This is an exit point only for the MC265 Master of Geospatial Science.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
Whilst there is no external accreditation for this program, graduates are eligible for admission to the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute of Australia (SSSI). Graduates may also be eligible for membership of the Mapping Sciences Institute of Australia (MSIA), and to the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. Further information is available from your program manager.
The School of Science has extensive links with industry across all aspects of this program, including the spatial sciences, GIS, geo-visualisation, surveying and cartography. An Industry Advisory Committee comprising senior industry figures representing the geospatial sciences meets regularly to ensure the relevance of the program to industry. Industry partners form a strong link with RMIT, with a number of opportunities for you to participate in industry related teaching and learning activities, such as field and project work.
The program enjoys an excellent academic and vocational reputation. The program is widely recognised by industry employers as producing graduates who are well informed, motivated, adaptable and industry ready.
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
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT: www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit.
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University 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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