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Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems

Fast facts

Course type:  Undergraduate degree 
Course length (full-time equivalent):  3 years 
Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER): 64.15
Location:  On campus 

Course overview

The Bachelor of Applied Geograpical Information Systems (GIS) is an exciting and unique course in South Australia that will give you the skills to support change and growth in some of the most important areas of modern society.

You will combine core topics in GIS, remote sensing and information technology with your choice of a major sequence in the area where you would like to work. Popular majors include biology, geography, earth sciences, environmental studies, archaeology and criminal justice. 

Industry placements in 3rd year will help you develop contacts and work skills.

This course appeals to students who enjoy computing, graphics and digital mapping and would like to use these skills to tackle real-world problems.

What will I study? 

Refer to the program of study

What are Geographical Information Systems (GIS)?

GIS is a computer-based system capable of integrating, editing, sharing, modelling and displaying geographically referenced information. It allows users to create interactive queries, analyse the information, edit data, create maps and present the results of these operations.

It is used extensively across a range of areas, including biodiversity management, urban planning, mining and exploration, archaeology, transportation, and infrastructure management. Its applications are broad - from scientific investigations to criminology, history, sales, marketing, route planning and logistics.

Why study Geographical Information Systems (GIS) at Flinders?

  • There is a natural synergy with many of our School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management's broader areas of interest, including housing studies, urban and regional development, demography, ecology, water and environmental management.
  • We are a partner in the Adelaide-based National Key Centre for Social and Economic Applications of GIS, and the Australian Research Council Research Network for Spatially Integrated Social Sciences. 
  • Our research activities include: spatial and population modelling of habitat and landscape reconstruction, ecological and environmental change of inland water systems, mapping urban sprawl dynamics using night-time satellite imagery, GeoHealth, and crime analysis. 
  • Our staff are involved a range of initiatives including: the protection and recovery program for the Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby in South Australia, the development of a new GIS tool that helps conservation planners find optimal solutions when restoring native habitats, a $2.2 million CLLAMMecolog project, which is investigating the health of the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth, and many others. 
  • We have a dedicated Spatial Information Systems Laboratory containing state-of-the-art workstations, which run ArcGIS, ArcINFO and ERDAS IMAGINE, the School's primary GIS and remote sensing software packages.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible for professional membership of the Spatial Sciences Institute of Australia and New Zealand.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems degree?  

Study a language

Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of 1 extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.

Entry requirements

Domestic students

International students

Prerequisites:  None  Prerequisites:  None 
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
  • year 12 qualifications
  • mature age entry (STAT)
  • TAFE/VET qualifications
  • higher education transfers.

Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes.

Refer to undergraduate study applications

English language requirements 

Applications

Domestic students 

International students 

SATAC code:  214591 CRICOS code:  052031G
Mid-year entry: Yes  Mid-year entry: No
Apply through:  SATAC Uniweb   Apply through:  International Office  

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Annual fees

Place type

Domestic students 

International students 

Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount  $8,468 N/A 
Full fee paying  N/A $18,200

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?

Further study options

Publications

Domestic students 

International students 

Applied Geographical Information Systems (PDF 855KB)
2008-2009 Undergraduate International Prospectus (PDF 2MB)

Contact

School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management
Flinders University
GPO Box 2100
Adelaide, South Australia 5001

Tel. (08) 8201 2107
Fax: (08) 8201 3521

Tel: (08) 8201 3908
Email: geography@flinders.edu.au (Geography Office)

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders