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As Australia’s #1 university for graduate starting salary (Good Universities Guide, 2022), University of Southern Queensland is the right place to make real progress. Regardless of your education history, your age or your aspirations, at UniSQ you’ll be inspired by quality learning experiences matched with top resources and research. Having delivered distance and online learning for over 40+ years, UniSQ supports you to learn at your own pace—exactly how it suits you.
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Degree details
Explore the world of satellite imagery, online maps and geographical information systems and gain in-depth knowledge and skills in geographical data, programming and remote sensing with UniSQ’s Bachelor of Spatial Science (Honours) (Geographic Information Systems).
- advanced knowledge in the theories, concepts, methods and technologies in the areas of surveying and spatial science
- skills and knowledge in the analysis, synthesis and evaluation of appropriate technologies, methods and processes to solve and complete a range of surveying and spatial science
- development of advanced technical and cognitive skills to create innovative and sustainable solutions utilising cutting-edge technologies, supported by research to collect, store and manipulate spatial data
- knowledge and skills to accept responsibility and autonomously apply well-informed judgements regarding professional practices, theories and processes
- advanced oral and written communication skills to transmit and convey the necessary information and ideas to relevant stakeholders
- consistent adaptation and application of academic norms and ethical standards in decision making when working collaboratively in a professional capacity
- knowledge of surveying and spatial information systems of sufficient depth to be eligible for employment, certification and, where appropriate, registration as a Professional Surveyor or Spatial Scientist.
As a graduate, you will be able to discover careers as a Geographical Information Systems Officer or Spatial Scientist in transport, primary industries, environment and online mapping sectors. Geographic information systems specialists use satellite remote sensors and geo tags to integrate information for online mapping applications, such as Google Earth, Google Maps and Bing Maps.
Professional recognition
When you graduate, you will be eligible to apply for membership with the Surveying and Spatial Science Institute Australia.
Secondary education
- Have achieved a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 74.15, or equivalent qualification.
- Subject Pre-requisites: English (Units 3 & 4, C) and Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent.
English Proficiency Requirements
All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. For entry to the Bachelor of Spatial Science (Geographic Information Systems) program, applicants are required to meet the Category 2 English Language Proficiency requirements.
On campus requirements
The majority of the practical and professional experience requirements for the program are contained within the major recommended enrolment pattern. These are zero unit courses, which are a compulsory part of the program, however they do not attract a student contribution charge for Australian Residents or a tuition fee for international students.
Practicum placement
Work experience is desirable and encouraged but is not required for the completion of the Bachelor of Spatial Science (Honours) program. Students are encouraged to obtain work experience during vacation periods.
Exemptions/credit will be assessed based on the USQ Credit and Exemption Procedure.
Work Experience
Work and industrial experience that has not been formally assessed, does not normally qualify for course credit in the Bachelor of Spatial Science (Honours) program.
Do you think about how land is used? Interested in property development, digital maps or geographic information systems? UniSQ’s Bachelor of Spatial Science (Honours) will prepare you for careers in high demand within areas of surveying or geographical information systems. Study with UniSQ – the only university in Queensland that offers online planning and surveying qualifications.
Within the Geographic Information Systems major you will explore the world of satellite imagery, online maps and geographical information systems. You'll gain in-depth knowledge and skills in geographical data, programming and remote sensing.
Recommended Study Pattern
Year 1 - Semester 1
ENM1600 Engineering Mathematics
GIS1402 Geographic Information Systems
SVY1102 Surveying A
ENG1003 Problem Solving in Engineering and the Built Environment
Year 1 - Semester 2
GIS1401 Geographic Data Presentation
ENG1002 Introduction to Engineering and Built Environment Applications
SVY1110 Introduction to Global Positioning System
CSC1401 Foundation Programming
Year 1 - Practice Courses
SVY1901 Surveying and Spatial Science Practice 1
Year 2 - Semester 1
ENV2201 Land Studies
URP1001 Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning
GIS3407 GIS Programming and Visualisation
ENG2002 Technology, Sustainability and Society
Year 2 - Semester 2
URP2002 Local Government Planning Practice and Technology
Approved course (Select from the approved courses list)
SVY3302 Property Valuation and Development
GIS3406 Remote Sensing and Image Processing
Year 2 - Practice Courses
GPL2901 GIS and Planning Practice 1
GPL3902 GIS and Planning Practice 2
Year 3 - Semester 1
CSC3400 Database Systems
Approved course (Select from the approved courses list)
SVY3202 Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
SVY4309 Practice Management for Spatial Scientists
Year 3 - Semester 2
GIS3008 Applications of GIS and Remote Sensing
GIS3405 Spatial Analysis and Modelling
ENG4110 Engineering Research Methodology
GIS4407 Web Based Geographic Information System
Year 3 - Practice Courses
PSG3900 Professional Week 1
Year 4 - Semester 1
Approved course (Select from the approved courses list)
CSC2402 Object-Oriented Programming in C++
PSG4111 Research Project A
LAW2107 Environmental Law
Year 4 - Semester 2
Approved Course (Select from the Approved Course list)
Approved course (Select from the approved courses list)
CSC2406 Web Technology 1
PSG4112 Research Project B
Year 4 - Practice Courses
PSG4900 Professional Week 2
Award Requirements
Completion of 32 units (including 0-unit value Practice Courses) as outlined in the Recommended Study Pattern section.
Exit Points
- Upon completion of the appropriate eight units, a student may apply to exit with the Diploma of Engineering Studies.
- Upon completion of the appropriate 16 units, a student may apply to exit with the Associate Degree of Spatial Science.
- Upon completion of the appropriate 24 units, a student may apply to exit with the Bachelor of Spatial Science.
Choose your subjects
Majors
- Geographic Information Systems
- Surveying
Electives
Approved courses are part of the Academic program and students must select approved courses from a specified list.