TRP623 Applications of GIS

Aims/Description: Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis methods are now widely used in a large variety of professional settings, from urban planning and architecture to health care and social research. This module is therefore focused on helping students understand the potential applications of GIS in helping identify and tackle policy problems in the real world. In addition, we also encourage critical thinking about what GIS cannot do. The module is taught through a combination of case-study-based lectures and seminars and assessed via a 3,000 word written report.

Staff Contact: Dr Alasdair Rae

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Seminars, Independent Study

Assessment: Course work

Information on the department responsible for this unit (Urban Studies and Planning):

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