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Advanced Topics in GIScience (GEOM90016) // Further information

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  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    Variable reading lists of research papers, handed out at the beginning of the semester. Access to all papers is provided through the university library (searching for resources is part of the learning experience).

     

  • Subject notes

    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

    This subject will introduce into GIScience by studying selected advanced topics. It is run as a seminar, such that students will read and discuss during the semester some landmark papers and focus on active research areas at the University of Melbourne. Attendance of research higher degree students will enrich the discussions by linking the topics to their current research.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES

    Access to all papers is provided through the university library (searching for resources is part of the learning experience).

    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS

    In one week a panel is invited to present and discuss academic and industry perspectives on research.

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  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

    This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

    Additional information for this subject

    Subject coordinator approval required

Last updated: 3 November 2022