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MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying
Glasgow
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying program offered by the University of Glasgow is a specialized postgraduate course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for surveying land and underwater environments. This program provides a comprehensive understanding of surveying techniques, geospatial data analysis, and advanced surveying technologies.
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Core Surveying Concepts: The curriculum covers essential surveying concepts, including geodesy, topographic surveying, bathymetric surveying, and geospatial data management.
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Hydrographic Surveying: Students will focus on hydrographic surveying, learning how to map and measure underwater features and depths in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
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Land Surveying Techniques: The program explores various land surveying techniques used for mapping terrain, construction projects, and property boundaries.
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Remote Sensing and GIS: Students will gain insights into remote sensing technologies and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for data analysis and visualization.
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Advanced Surveying Equipment: The program includes training on state-of-the-art surveying equipment such as Total Stations, LiDAR, and multibeam sonars.
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Professional Practice: Students will learn about the legal and ethical considerations in surveying, as well as project management and communication skills.
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Practical Training: The program includes fieldwork and practical training, enabling students to apply their surveying skills in real-world scenarios.
Location
Glasgow
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 25980
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies.
- University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
- Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
- Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
- Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
- Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Graduates of the MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying program have excellent career prospects in a wide range of sectors.
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Hydrographic Surveyor: Graduates can work as hydrographic surveyors, conducting underwater surveys for marine exploration, navigation, and environmental studies.
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Land Surveyor: Graduates may pursue careers as land surveyors, working on land development projects, construction sites, and infrastructure planning.
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Geospatial Analyst: The program prepares students for roles as geospatial analysts, processing and interpreting geospatial data for various applications.
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GIS Specialist: Graduates can work as Geographic Information System (GIS) specialists, managing and analyzing spatial data for urban planning and environmental projects.
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Surveying Consultant: Graduates may choose to work as surveying consultants, providing expert advice on surveying techniques and technologies.
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Marine and Coastal Management: The program equips students to work in marine and coastal management, contributing to environmental conservation and resource management.
