Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 1 year full-time
UC's Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology (PGDipGST) provides foundational experience and knowledge of geospatial technology. Find out about studying a PGDipGST through our Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Faculty of Science.
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The Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology (PGDipGST) programme provides foundational experience and knowledge of geospatial technology. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level geospatial roles, and also for further postgraduate study.
You will learn programming, research analysis, database management, geospatial technology, and communication of findings. The programme combines expertise from areas such as Data Science, Computer Science, Geography, and Environmental Science.
You will need a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), with a minimum of a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in a subject relevant to geospatial analysis. Alternatively, you can apply based on three years of relevant professional experience in a related industry.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology or use the admission requirements checker.
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
The PGDipGST includes compulsory courses on spatial analysis technology and programming.
You must also take 60 points of additional courses from a selection that cover topics such as big data, business technologies, human interface technology, industry uses of spatial analysis, and a workplace internship.
Graduates of this Diploma will be able to fulfil the current geospatial skill shortage in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas in a range of different industries, including the private sector, government, and community organisations.
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The Diploma is comprised of 120 points, including compulsory and elective courses.
It must be completed within 1 year full-time, or 2 years part-time.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology.