Degree overview

Learn to apply Spatial Science technologies.

Spatial Science underscores almost every aspect of modern life. From monitoring and managing natural hazards through to urban planning.

Career opportunities

Designed for those without an engineering and/or advanced mathematical background. You can apply practical skills and knowledge that you gain to up-skill or change your career path.

Graduates will develop the knowledge and skills to contribute to a wide range of careers. This includes in government, private companies, and non-government organisations (NGOs).

Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science

Program Code 40273

CRICOS Code , Program Code 40273

Indicative fee1
Duration (FT)(PT)
Next start date
No current intake

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 40273

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What you will study

You will learn about:

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Remote Sensing (RS)
  • Earth Observation (EO)
  • Spatial data acquisition
  • Data management
  • Spatial data analytics.

2025 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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My Degree Planner

Use our degree planner to see what your study journey through the Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science might look like.

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Student experience

Student experience

Where can a Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science take you? 1:47

Meet Program Convenor Dr Danielle Verdon-Kidd and hear first-hand why you should choose to study the Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science at the University of Newcastle.

Scholarships

Scholarships

Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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Postgrad info session

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