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GeoData hosts a regular series of professional GIS training courses using ArcGIS, MapInfo and Open Source QGIS software, ranging from introductory level to more advanced courses covering GIS in greater depth. In addition we have a range of on-demand courses, scheduled at your convenience. We also design bespoke training, tailored to client needs.
Course Schedule
Thank you for visiting our training page.
From January 2022 GeoData will be offering our training face to face (Classroom based at Highfield Campus – University of Southampton) and online ( via zoom) on a quarterly basis:
- Quarter 1 January to March – Classroom based
- Quarter 2 April to June – Online
- Quarter 3 July to September – Classroom based
- Quarter 4 October to December - Online
If you have any queries please email training@geodata.soton.ac.uk to discuss details.
It is not yet possible to book this course through our online booking system. Please email training@geodata.soton.ac.uk with the name(s) of the delegate(s) you wish to reserve a space for.
*Please note as an educational institution our fees do not attract VAT.
On-demand Courses
On-demand courses run in response to enquiries. To register your interest in any of the following courses please click the email link.
| Course Name | Dates | Duration | Price | Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to ArcMap | on-demand | 2 days | £550* | ||
| Advanced ArcMap | on-demand | 2 days | £550* | ||
| ArcGIS Model builder (ArcMap) - streamlining data processing | on-demand | 1 day | £290* | ||
| MapInfo: Introductory | on-demand | 2 days | £550* | ||
| MapInfo Advanced | on-demand | 2 days | £550* | ||
| Migrating to QGIS | Bespoke migration for organisations please contact us for more information | ||||
*Please note as an educational institution our fees do not attract VAT.
On the Day
The following applies to ALL courses:
- Maximum class size 6 people
- Computers and software provided
- Courses run between 9:30am and 4:30
- One month's follow–up support included (1 hour of support per delegate, by email or telephone)
- Courses are CPD approved by the Association for Geographic Information (AGI)
Please note that these are hands-on practical computer-based courses and delegates are expected to have a good working knowledge of the use of PCs, including file management (e.g. creating/deleting folders, moving files, unzipping files).
Online courses
- Courses are run via zoom.
- Delegates attending the QGIS courses will be expected to download and install QGIS on their own device prior to the course.
- ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap courses delegates will be able to access the software remotely using our Global Protect VPN. Delegates must be able to install and use Global Protect.
- Full instructions will be provided along with a connection test to confirm access for all online courses. This is to make sure delegates have access to the software required and have downloaded the course data. This also confirms access to zoom.
Classroom based courses
- Courses will be taught in the Masters GIS Suite, Level 1 Building 44 on Highfield Campus.
- Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
- Access to computers and software is provided for the course duration.
Discounts
Discounts are available to organisations booking multiple individuals onto courses and to individuals booking onto multiple courses. Only one discount applied per booking.
| Southampton University Alumni | 10% |
| UK Academic Staff/Student, Southampton University Staff/Student | 20% |
| Charity | 20% |
| Southampton Doctoral Training Centre Student | 50% |
| Registered Unemployed | 10% |
Contact Details
Contact us on training@geodata.soton.ac.uk or call 023 8059 2719 for more information.
