Geospatial Mapping and Science Specialist

Geospatial Mapping and Science Specialist

On a geospatial mapping and science specialist apprenticeship course, you’ll help interpret and analyse data relating to geographic position on the earth’s surface.

Geospatial mapping and science specialists use innovative digital technologies, such as laser scanning, geographic information systems, remote sensing, and imaging to assess and analyse geographical data.

They analyse and advise on data for mapping, satellite navigation systems, global positioning systems, infrastructure, defining local, suburban, or international boundaries, military, mining, and other purposes.

As an apprentice, you will learn how to comprehend, interpret, and analyse geospatial information, data, and measurement to provide strategic advice and recommendations based on this analysis.

Consultants, contractors, railway operators, the government, the military, mapping companies, suppliers of computer-based mapping technology, and a variety of others will hire you.

What you’ll learn

On a geospatial mapping and science specialist apprenticeship course, you’ll learn to:

  • Conduct and maintain border and/or cadastral surveys with proper scales and documentation. Aerial photography, as well as digital pictures, should be used and understood.
  • Identify, analyse, and source datasets from a range of technologies (including laser scanning, remote sensing, and Geographic Information Systems) to meet customers’ requirements and assess quality and fitness for purpose.
  • Use primary data collecting techniques to ensure precision and accuracy and appropriate coordination systems, datums, transformations, and projections.
  • Analyse and manage geographic data such as blueprints, maps, and legal documents while maintaining data security. Data from both manual and electronic sources may be accessed and analysed.
  • Maintain a safe and secure working environment, and manage risk appropriately.
  • Apply and/or verify compliance with land and/or maritime laws and regulations.
  • Manage activities in a way that encourages sustainability and adheres to best practices. Apply ‘One Planet Living’ principles to create a suitable balance of social, economic, and environmental objectives.
  • Respond to customer requirements appropriately, supervise tasks and others, establish a strong safety culture, and ensure effective conflict avoidance.
  • Manage projects and activities effectively in line with defined programmes, goals, and budgets while showing independent judgement and responsibility.

Entry requirements

You’ll usually need:

  • Three A-levels, a relevant level 3 apprenticeship in construction or property-related discipline, or equivalent qualifications.
  • Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this before taking the end-point assessment.

Assessment methods

The End Point Assessment comprises three distinct assessment methods: 

  • An online test
  • Written project
  • Professional discussion

Duration, level, subjects and potential salary upon completion

  • Duration: 60 months
  • Level: 6 – Degree Apprenticeship
  • Relevant school subjects: Geography, ICT and science
  • Potential salary upon completion: £25,000 per annum

Apprenticeship standard

More information about the Level 6 Geospatial Mapping and Science Specialist Apprenticeship standard can be found here.

Apprenticeship end point assessment

For more information about the End Point Assessment Process, please read the Institute of Apprenticeships’ information page.

Updated on January 24, 2024

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