Overview
From Google Maps to GPS systems, spatial science is everywhere and is relied on for information about where things are, and how they are related. Gain specialized knowledge to meet the needs of a booming industry.
This degree will prepare you to play an important role in collecting, managing, analyzing and interpreting data to meet the needs of agricultural, environmental, emergency and transportation industries.
Career
As more and more organisations rely on spatial data as a key information source, the industry demand for graduates grows. It’s typical that more than 90% of RMIT graduates are employed within three months of completing their studies, demonstrating that demand for geospatial science professionals is growing across Australia and the globe. Graduates work in diverse roles that:
- manage and plan land use systems in local government
- map and analyse crime patterns with the police
- build systems for monitoring the spread of infectious disease
- provide maps and other data for mobile phones.
Geo-spatial scientists develop and manage geographic information systems in a diverse range of exciting areas, including:
- land administration and reform
- urban planning
- subdivision planning
- infrastructure management
- natural resource monitoring and development
- coastal zone management and mapping
- disaster informatics for disaster risk reduction and response
- weather forecasting.
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) with a minimum 65% average (check calculator below).
Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognized post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.
If you don't meet the entry requirements, there may be other RMIT programs you are eligible for that can lead you to your preferred program. Explore your pathway options.
