The Introduction to Programming (I2P) module is part of CASA's MSc degree offering builds on a step-change in our ability to work with large spatial data sets. The design of the module is informed by the dearth of planners and geographers able to think computationally using programming, data analysis, and data manipulation skills. There is a severe skills shortage in this domain across all sectors: non-profit, government, corporate, and academic.

The module's objective is to enable students to access, understand, utilise, visualise and communicate data in a spatial context. I2P is not about pushing buttons, but about using logic, programming, and analytical skills to tackle complex real-world problems in a creative, reproducible, and open manner.

In order to make use of these materials you will need to download and install the Spatial Data Science computing environment.