Geographical Information Systems

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Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is a subject that uses computer software for the collection, processing, storage and presentation of geographical data.

GIS may be used in various subject fields, especially those concerned with location-related information. Students will become proficient in using GIS in the subject areas they have previously studied, and they will also be able to implement GIS in organisations.

Keywords: Digital Geodata; Maps and Surveying; Databases; Geographical Analysis; GIS, Society and Planning / Remote Analysis

 
Career opportunities/Further studies

The study programme focuses on the use of GIS in industry, administration, teaching and research, both in Norway and abroad. It may form part of a Bachelor’s degree, subject to academic regulations. It may also be taken as a further educational programme by students with interdisciplinary study backgrounds, or as further study by employees in the public and private sectors.

 
 

About the Study Programme

  • Location:

    Bø

  • Level:

    Specialisation

  • Duration:

    60 European credits over 1 year(s) 

  • Language of instruction:

    Norwegian

  • Admission Requirements:

    Two years higher education

  • Number of students:

    10

  • Programme code:

    6114

  • Application form:

    See admission requirements

  • Curriculum:

    Read more in the curriculum

 

Published by Bergit Grivi - 15/01/2013

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