MSc w Technologii Geoinformacji i Kartografii

This master's in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography focuses on understanding and managing the locational data required to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) together with visualisation and map production in a GIS environment. It is the only programme in the UK to have a significant emphasis on cartography, and our focus on the underpinning geomatics aspects and cartographic output are unique among GIS programmes.

Why this Programme

• Our School is ranked in the top 15 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022).
• This is the only programme in the UK that focuses on cartography. The programme has been running since 1963 and celebrated its 50th birthday in 2013.
• This programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) when fully completed with the award of an MSc.
• If you are seeking a career in geographic information management or cartography and have little or no academic background in this subject: or if you have a technical/practical background in the subject and are seeking an academic qualification; this programme is designed for you.
• The MSc in Geoinformation Technology and Cartography is a one-year Masters's programme aimed at those seeking a career in Geographic Information management or cartography. The focus of the course is on understanding and managing the locational data underpinning Geographic Information Systems (GIS), visualisation and map production in a GIS environment.
• You will benefit from access to our extensive computer laboratories and the latest software, including ArcGIS and MapInfo for GIS, graphic design packages and remote sensing processing software.
• The programme will include either attending a 3-day GIS research conference (depending on dates) or a short residential field course. Costs for this are included in the programme fee.
• The School of Geographical & Earth Sciences has an Athena Swan Silver Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.

Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. We are one of the top 100 of the world's universities.

The College of Science and Engineering

The College of Science and Engineering's world leading research and the impact it makes to the global economy makes it an exciting and stimulating environment to work in. Our research spans seven academic disciplines and ranges from fundamental discovery to tackling grand societal challenges and developing new technologies. Our teaching is informed by our world leading research and designed to develop graduates with knowledge and skills to become leaders of the future.

Our diverse Masters programmes range from traditional disciplines to the emerging technologies of the 21st century. The College's six Schools are:

• School of Chemistry
• School of Computing Science
• James Watt School of Engineering
• School of Geographical and Earth Sciences
• School of Mathematics and Statistics
• School of Physics and Astronomy

The University of Glasgow

• is in the 86th in the world: Times Higher World University Rankings 2022.
• has been named Scottish University of the Year in The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.
• welcomes students from more than 140 countries worldwide.
• has around 35,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• has a global community of over 219,000 alumni.
• is a major employer in the city of Glasgow with more than 9,000 staff, including more than 4,800 research and teaching staff.
• is undertaking a £1 billion estate investment to expand campus research & teaching facilities.
• has an annual research income of more than £168m.
• is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading UK research universities.