15 Credits AUTUMN



Aims/Description: The availability of software, hardware and data for geographical information systems (GIS) has increased rapidly in recent years. The wide array of new open source GIS applications and a proliferation of spatial open data has created exciting new possibilities for research in the field. This module is therefore focused on developing analysis and visualisation skills using open source software (focusing on QGIS) and in data handling and analysis. Students will learn through a combination of computer workshops and lectures and be exposed to the latest developments in the field. Assessment is by means of a visualisation and data analysis project.

Restrictions on availability: Restricted to USP and SMI MA Social Research

Staff Contact: HAMILTON RUTH B
Teaching Methods: Lectures, Independent Study,
Assessment: Course work

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Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN, UK