Course Summary
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing are considered essential tools to spatially explore, analyse, visualise and disseminate data; and these skills are increasingly highly sought after in the workplace.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a minimum of an upper second class honours (2:1) degree or international equivalent at bachelors level.
Relevant professional or voluntary experience may be considered as part of the application process.
Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements but can confirm professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
Applicants should have basic computer skills .
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/rpl/
Application Details
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Who Should Apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No
W599 GIS and Remote Sensing Master of Science Full-Time
Commencing September 2026
Graduate Taught
W600 GIS and Remote Sensing Master of Science Part-Time
Commencing September 2026
Graduate Taught
Fees
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Graduates of this program may progress to doctoral study or to careers in:
• Environmental and planning consultancies
• Governmental departments and local authorities (e.g. Dublin City Council)
• State and semi-state agencies (e.g. Central Statistics Office, Environmental Protection Agency,
Marine Institute, Ordnance Survey Ireland)
• Industry (e.g. ESRI, Google)
• Think tanks, research bodies and consultancies (e.g. KPMG)
Duration
2 years part-time