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Geographical Information Systems 2 (GIS)

Course
NGN190
Bachelor’s level
7.5 credits (ECTS)
Study pace
50%
Time
Mixed time
Location
Location independent
Study form
Distance
Language
English
Duration
-
Application period
-
Application code
GU-11418
Tuition
Full education cost: 16 000 SEK
First payment: 16 000 SEK

No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students.

More information about tuition fees

Summary

A 100% web-based GIS course and a continuation of the education begun in the course NGN180 GIS Introduction.

About

This is a  100% web-based course continuing the introduction of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Part I consists of practical exercises using GIS tools and technology.

Part II consists of an individual project applying acquired GIS skills.

After the course you will have understanding of how GIS as tool can be used to solve spatial problems of different complexity and how to evaluate and compare different sources for geographical data and data capturing techniques.

FAQ Distance courses Department of Earth Sciences 

Prerequisites and selection

Entry requirements

Admission to the course requires at least passing grade of at least 2 credits in the course NGN180Geographical Information Systems (GIS) - Introduction, 7.5 credits, or passed the GIS section of GE0400 Geography: Basic Course, 30 credits orGVS080Geographical Information Systems: GIS, 7.5 creditsor equivalent. Applicants with equivalent qualifications may, after assessment and approval, be admitted to the course.

Selection

Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits.

After graduation

Upon completion of this introduction continuation GIS course, one can continue with an distance course in remote sensing: NGN235 GIS - Introduction to remote sensing

Exchange opportunities

If you are studying Earth Sciences at the University of Gothenburg, there are good opportunities for exchange studies during your studies. This is often seen as a good asset when applying for jobs, as many jobs require international collaboration.

We have over 100 agreements within Erasmus and other exchange programs with universities around the world, both within and outside Europe.