UC009 - Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science

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Plan: UC009 - Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science
Award abbreviation: UCGeospSC
Total credit points: 48
Career: UGRD
Duration: 0.5 years full-time or part time equivalent
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/science/
ASCED code: 031199
CRICOS code:

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Purpose of the Program

The Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science will provide you with a foundational scientific knowledge and skills to pursue further study via the Bachelor in Science (Geospatial Science) (Honours) or the Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours), if you meet the articluation criteria.  If you pursue admission to one of the Bachelor degrees, you will have the opportunity to develop the foundations for a professional career in Geospatial Science, such as careers in cartography, mapping, surveying, measurement and geographical visualisation.

In this Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science you will develop:

  • essential introductory knowledge and fundamental skills which can lead you towards aspects of work and research in the geospatial sciences industry
  • practical skills through field work, presentations, projects and reports;

While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online

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Articulation and pathways

Graduates of the Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Science are guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Science (Geospatial Science) (Honours) (BH117) and will receive 48 credit points. In addition, if you complete the MATH2395 Introduction to Engineering Mathematics course, or equivalent you are guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours) (BH116) and will receive 48 credit points. 

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Entrance 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 Mathematics (any), and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.

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.

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External accreditation and industry links

Accreditation

This program is not accredited by any professional body. This program does not qualify graduates for any level of membership or registration for practice.

Industry Links 

The Geospatial Science program has strong links with industry through its Industry Advisory Committee and through research and teaching collaborations. Many program teaching staff are from local industry or have extensive previous industry experience and well-developed contact networks, and many are currently engaged in industry-funded research projects. These attributes, when integrated into teaching and courseware development, ensure that your learning experience is industry-relevant.

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Student 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.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

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. 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, you can phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.

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, myRMIT http://www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit.

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

The School also has many computing laboratories, which are equipped with modern computers and accessories and supported by state-of-the-art Geospatial Science software. RMIT has a planned budget to ensure that all computers are upgraded on a regular basis.

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