Study in Australia
at Curtin University · Perth, Western Australia
CRICOS course code
0100574
CRICOS provider code
00301J
This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.
Duration
2 years
Tuition (whole course)
A$98,272 total
Per year
A$49,136/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Master of Geospatial Intelligence at Curtin University, based in Perth, is designed for those looking to specialise in the collection, analysis and interpretation of geospatial data for real-world applications, especially in civil engineering contexts. Across two years of full-time study, students undertake a series of structured units covering spatial data acquisition, remote sensing, GIS software, cartography, data management, and spatial analysis. The course is mapped to the Australian Qualifications Framework and includes advanced coursework, hands-on lab work, and often a research project or capstone in the final stages.
Units are delivered over semesters, with each unit typically carrying a set number of credit points contributing to the overall qualification. Students can expect to build proficiency with industry-standard tools and gain knowledge that supports decision-making in planning, environmental management, and infrastructure development. Work-integrated learning plays a role where relevant, with opportunities to engage with industry partners or undertake fieldwork projects that apply classroom learning to practical challenges. This is particularly valued by employers in Australia who look for graduates with both technical and applied experience.
The course is suited to recent graduates from surveying, engineering, or science backgrounds, as well as professionals who want to advance their expertise in the rapidly growing field of spatial information. Skills developed span data modelling, spatial statistics, project management, and effective communication of complex spatial information to different audiences. Australian industry involvement, as well as Curtin’s links to local and national geospatial projects, enhances the employment prospects for graduates and ensures course content reflects industry needs.
For international students, meeting English requirements is essential, with accepted evidence including IELTS, TOEFL iBT, and others. While studying, students are allowed to work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and after graduation, eligible graduates may apply for a post-study work visa (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485) to gain further experience in Australia.
It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$98,272 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.
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