Remote Sensing: Observing the Earth from Above
Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
This subject is FEE-HELP eligible, so eligible students can defer the $3,401 fee as a government loan and pay nothing upfront.
Fees and funding are indicative only. Confirm your eligibility and final costs with the provider.
About this subject
This subject provides an engaging introduction to the dynamic field of remote sensing. This subject delves into the latest advancements in satellite and aerial imagery, empowering students to utilise these technologies to understand and address diverse environmental and societal challenges. In today's rapidly changing world, remote sensing is a powerful tool with applications spanning climate change studies, vegetation studies, forestry, environmental management, glaciology, oceanography, and urban studies. Starting with the fundamental physics of light and its interaction with the Earth's atmosphere and surface, this subject covers the technical and practical aspects of a range of satellite and airborne sensors. Through weekly computer practicals using ENVI software, students gain the necessary skills to display, analyse, and extract valuable information from remotely sensed imagery. This subject equips students pursuing careers in geospatial science, geography, environmental science, earth sciences, agricultural science, plant science, computing and information systems, and marine and Antarctic studies with vital scientific and professional skills. As the demand for professionals with expertise in geospatial data analysis grows, this subject prepares students to enter the job market with confidence.
Remote Sensing: Observing the Earth from Above is a standalone subject at University of Tasmania in TAS. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with University of Tasmania before enrolling.
University of Tasmania is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 12 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
Details on this page are compiled from the provider's published subject information and government registers. Fees, intakes and credit rules can change — confirm current details with University of Tasmania before enrolling.
Listing facts
- Type
- Single subject
- National code
- TAS-KGG103
- Field of education
- Agriculture, environmental and related studies
- Provider
- University of Tasmania
- Credit points
- 25
- Study mode
- Online
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Qualifications listed
- 0
- FEE-HELP
- Eligible