Land & Hydrographic Surveying with Work Placement MSc

Program Overview

The MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying with Work Placement program at the University of Glasgow equips students with the knowledge and skills for a successful career in surveying. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of surveying principles, techniques, and technologies, and includes a six-month work placement for practical experience. Accredited by RICS and CICES, the program prepares students for professional practice in land, hydrographic, and engineering surveying, as well as GIS and environmental consulting.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying with Work Placement

program at the University of Glasgow equips students with the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the surveying industry. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of surveying principles, techniques, and technologies.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a strong foundation in land and hydrographic surveying.
• To develop students’ skills in using surveying equipment and software.
• To prepare students for professional practice in the surveying industry.
• To offer students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience through a six-month placement.

Program Description:

The MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying with Work Placement program is a 15-month full-time program. The program is divided into two semesters of taught modules, followed by a six-month work placement.

Semester 1:

• GEOSPATIAL FUNDAMENTALS
• PRINCIPLES OF GIS
• LAND SURVEYING I
• TOPOGRAPHIC MODELLING AND LANDSCAPE MONITORING

Semester 2:

• APPLIED LAND SURVEYING
• ENGINEERING SURVEY
• GNSS AND GEODESY
• GEOSPATIAL DATA INFRASTRUCTURES AND LAND ADMINISTRATION
• HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY
• LAND SURVEYING II

Work Placement:

The work placement is an integral part of the program and provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. Students will work with a variety of land, hydrographic, and engineering companies, gaining valuable experience in the surveying industry.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).
• The program is delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals.
• The program has a strong focus on practical skills development.

Careers:

Career opportunities include:

• Land surveyor
• Engineering surveyor
• Hydrographic surveyor
• GIS specialist
• Environmental consulting

Other:

Tuition fees for 2024-25 MSc UK Full-time fee: £12150 International & EU Full-time fee: £28260 Deposits International and EU applicants are required to pay a deposit of £2000 within four weeks of an offer being made.