Online Geography Degree :: Accredited Universities

UNIGIS is a Distance Learning Postgraduate Network in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) run jointly by Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Salford. The UNIGIS network has 20 years experience of success in delivering GIS postgraduate courses. Our highly regarded programme is designed to meet the needs of professionals working in the GI industry - or those wishing to enter the sector. UNIGIS aims to provide a deeper and balanced education in GIS. Three separate pathways are offered up to MSc level.

Features & benefits of the course
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Although GIS is a relatively new and emerging branch of geography, the UNIGIS network has 20 years experience of successfully delivering GIS courses at postgraduate level.

You study via web-based distance learning.

The application of GIS is growing rapidly in areas such as urban and regional planning, transportation and land use interaction, and retail marketing, which opens up a range of opportunties for graduates of these courses.

Entry Requirements

Normal entry requisites are: a relevant UK Honours degree (or international equivalent) or an HND/Foundation degree and relevant experience; or relevant professional qualifications, and experience. Each application is considered individually, based on qualification and experience. Enthusiasm and commitment are also important.

Further information for international students at http://www2.mmu.ac.uk/international/your-country/

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Corporations, government agencies and non-profit organizations are looking for employees who understand the international world and possess cultural sensitivity. As firms worldwide become more dependent upon international trade - many multinationals do business in more than 100 countries - the need for graduates with business and economic skills continues to increase.

A major in International Business and Economics offers a broad base of traditional business courses that provide you the unique perspective on doing business globally. Unlike other business degrees, this program draws more heavily from other areas of study, such as political science, sociology, geography, or foreign language.

After successful completion of the program, students should be able to:

- Possess a broad understanding of the international trade environment

- Understand the global economy

- Possess understanding and sensitivity in regard to other cultures

- Operate effectively in diverse environments

- Communicate and present information effectively

- Develop a truly global approach in identifying, analyzing and solving problems

- Employ analytical skills

- Devote considerable time to research

- Forecast and assess future economic and business events

- Evaluate the prospects for profitable investments in countries around the globe

Entry Requirements

Applicants should complete high school or equivalent

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 500 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 173 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 61 +
IELTS - 5.5 +
iTEP - 4

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The LLM Oil and Gas Law/MSc Oil and Gas programme is designed to respond to the demand for professionals in the emerging oil and gas industry. The rationale behind this supply response is that the programme will contribute to the augmentation of the knowledge and skills base of the industry and ultimately lead to the optimal, sustainable use of oil and gas resources.

This programme studies the combination of legal, environmental and economic considerations which lie at the heart of the oil and gas industry. You will take modules from the School of Law, School of Economics, Politics and International Relations, School of Agriculture, Policy and Development, Henley Business School, School of Construction, Management and Engineering and School of Geography and Environmental Science.

Students on the LLM Oil and Gas must take three compulsory modules (Oil and gas contract law, Legal issues in oil and gas and Project skills) and undertake an independent project, written on a topic which has a meaningful relationship to issues of oil and gas law. The remaining credits can be chosen from the list of optional modules.

In the LLM in Oil and Gas Distance Learning students choose amongst a smaller list of optional modules all of which are offered on a long distance basis. The Distance Learning programme consists of 180 credits.

The programme comprises of a taught element (140 credits) and a Project (40 credits).

Entry Requirements

Entrants to this programme can be required to have obtained a degree in law or a degree with a substantial legal component with a first or upper second class honours.

Alternatively entrants to this programme can be required to have obtained a degree in economics or a degree with a substantial economic component with a first or upper second class honours.

Candidates with a background other than law and economics (e.g. environmental science, geography) or with suitable work experience are encouraged to apply. All applicants are considered on theirindividual merits.

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The Master in Planning and Management of Natural Hazards takes a multidisciplinary approach to looking at natural hazards and how society can build resilience in the face of natural hazards. The course will build from a broad knowledge of natural hazard situations towards questions of policy development in the field of hazard mitigation. The course will cover the following topic areas:

· Environmental factors that combine to produce natural hazards

· The ecological, social and economic consequences of natural hazards and disasters

· Methods relevant to studying aspects of natural hazards and disasters

· Mitigation strategies

· Challenges and opportunities for policy development in the natural hazards field

· Future trends in planning for and managing natural hazards.

The course also provides various opportunities to expand expertise in the context of natural hazards via a choice of elective units. These opportunities include units that provide skills in population, physical and/or economic geography, land use planning, risk management, and Graphical Information System applications. The course also fosters the development of advanced skills in academic research via a supervised dissertation.

The course is offered full time or part time. It can be taken on-campus or by distance.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree from a recognised university in a related field of study, for example, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography or Environmental Science; or

(b) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in Planning and Management of Natural Hazards from UNE and attained at least a Credit grade point average in 24 credit points; or

(c) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Diploma in Planning and Management of Natural Hazards from UNE and attained at least a Credit grade point average in 48 credit points.

International students must meet the University's English language requirements.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

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Mathematics, Biology (Botany, Zoology), Geography, Physics, Chemistry

The Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning seeks to provide learning opportunities to students who are unable to take up full-time on-campus programmes. The School provides a wide range of quality programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels using blended teaching and learning that combines digital instruction with live tutorials in the following regional centres: Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Kakamega, Embu, Nyeri, Marsabit and Kericho.

Entry Requirements

Mean grade of C+ at KCSE or equivalent.

Other Fees

Statutory fees 22900KES

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