Degree overview

Make a meaningful difference to the world.

You could be part of one of Australia’s most rapidly advancing industries. From tracking bushfire spread, to precision agriculture and climate change impact assessment.

Make a meaningful difference in the world. This degree will provide you with skills needed to contribute solutions to the scientific challenges we face.

Career opportunities

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 Diploma in Spatial Science

Program Code 40274

CRICOS Code , Program Code 40274

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Duration (FT)(PT)
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No current intake

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 40274

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What you will study

The courses in this program are delivered fully online to encourage active learning an allow you to achieve your Graduate Diploma in Spatial Science at a time that suits you.

This program will provide you with access to and practical skills in:

  • Specialised Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Remote Sensing (RS) software and workflows.

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 Diploma in Spatial Science might look like.

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Student experience

Student experience

Where can a Graduate Diploma 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 Diploma 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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