Australia

Master of Geographical Information Science and Technology

ProviderMonash University

The Master of Geographical Information Science and Technology provides industry-relevant training to allow you to pursue or further your career in global and Australian geospatial industry. You will learn the principles, techniques and applications of geographical information systems and technology in a contextual environment from experts at the cutting edge of this field. The Master of Geographical Information Science & Technology positions you at the forefront of a rapidly evolving geospatial landscape where core GIS expertise intersects with advanced spatial data science, analytics and decision intelligence. In Australia alone, Seek consistently lists over 500 roles demanding skills in geospatial analytics, remote sensing, spatial modelling and GIS, with strong demand across environmental agencies, emergency services, utilities and consulting firms. Career paths range from GIS Analysts and Spatial Modellers to Geospatial Data Scientists, Intelligence Officers and Remote Sensing Specialists, reflecting th

Masters DegreeNatural sciences, mathematics and statisticsOfficial
Course code
CRICOS 112792JProgram CRICOS-112792J
Campus
ClaytonWellington Road, CLAYTON, VIC, 3168

Course overview

The Master of Geographical Information Science and Technology provides industry-relevant training to allow you to pursue or further your career in global and Australian geospatial industry. You will learn the principles, techniques and applications of geographical information systems and technology in a contextual environment from experts at the cutting edge of this field. The Master of Geographical Information Science & Technology positions you at the forefront of a rapidly evolving geospatial landscape where core GIS expertise intersects with advanced spatial data science, analytics and decision intelligence. In Australia alone, Seek consistently lists over 500 roles demanding skills in geospatial analytics, remote sensing, spatial modelling and GIS, with strong demand across environmental agencies, emergency services, utilities and consulting firms. Career paths range from GIS Analysts and Spatial Modellers to Geospatial Data Scientists, Intelligence Officers and Remote Sensing Specialists, reflecting th

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

Entry level 1: 96 points to complete – Duration: 2 years full-time - 4 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent with at least a minor in environmental science, earth science, geographical science, atmospheric science, biological science, civil engineering, social science, geography, urban and regional planning, archaeology or business and commerce and at least 60% (credit) average overall, or qualification and experience or employment in a related industry approved by the faculty. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete – Duration: 1.5 years full-time - 3 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major in environmental science, earth science, geographical science, atmospheric science, civil engineering, social science, geography, urban and regional planning, archaeology including at least one unit covering the fundamentals of GIS and technology, with at least 60% (credit) average overall, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 12 · R 13 · W 21 · S 18

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Entry level 1: 96 points to complete – Duration: 2 years full-time - 4 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent with at least a minor in environmental science, earth science, geographical science, atmospheric science, biological science, civil engineering, social science, geography, urban and regional planning, archaeology or business and commerce and at least 60% (credit) average overall, or qualification and experience or employment in a related industry approved by the faculty. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete – Duration: 1.5 years full-time - 3 years part-time | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major in environmental science, earth science, geographical science, atmospheric science, civil engineering, social science, geography, urban and regional planning, archaeology including at least one unit covering the fundamentals of GIS and technology, with at least 60% (credit) average overall, or equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific score, discipline and additional requirements; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1Clayton——$59,431per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 2Clayton———International students

Where it is taught

  • Clayton

    Primary

    Wellington Road, CLAYTON, VIC, 3168, CLAYTON, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Geographical Information Science and Technologymonash.edu
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