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This Observing Earth from Space Short Course from The University of Edinburgh is designed for anyone interested in earth observation and the applications of satellite imagery. It will be especially useful for anyone working in businesses related to the space sector, or for students wanting to explore the topic before choosing further study and a career pathway.

Overview

The Observing Earth from Space Short Course from The University of Edinburgh key facts:

There are now over 600 satellites observing the Earth, with hundreds more to be launched over the next decade.

Over this 4-week Observing Earth from Space course at The University of Edinburgh, you will learn how satellite data informs our understanding of the natural environment and the impact of human development, finding out about different sensors that are carried by satellites and how they orbit the earth to detect changes to the planet.

Discover easy to use tools to view and analyse images

Using a powerful new web tool, Earth Blox, you will be able to explore satellite data from anywhere on Earth. You will use this to learn how satellite data is used to monitor Earth, from uncovering information about climate change to how global deforestation is measured and the effects of pollution. (Please be aware that EarthBlox isn’t suitable for use on mobile phones).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Learn about the different sensors that are carried by satellites, how they orbit the Earth, and how they utilise subtle differences in light from the surface and the atmosphere to detect the changes on the Earth.

Discuss the ethical implications of collecting finely detailed images from space — how does that impact on privacy? How does it disadvantage countries without their own satellites?
Find out about the importance of oceans and atmosphere in the Earth system, and how satellites can measure them.
See how space radar can detect and measure the size of ice breaking off from Antarctica, or the loss of forests in the tropics. See how satellite images change as crops grow on the ground.
Learn how satellites can be used to measure the impact of humans on the planet, including pollution and climate change.
See how earthquakes can be measured from space.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 1 months
- 2 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Astronomy & Space Sciences View 5 other Short Courses in Earth Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

This is an Introductory course therefore no previous knowledge is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 GBP for the full programme during 1 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 GBP for the full programme during 1 months.

Free, with option to upgrade for a certificate

Funding

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