QGIS Cartography teaches learners how to create clear, professional maps using powerful GIS tools. Gain skills in spatial data visualisation, map design, layering techniques, and geographic analysis for accurate cartographic presentation.
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QGIS Cartography is a comprehensive course covering QGIS basics, spatial data handling, and coordinate systems. It introduces geospatial mapping and GIS analysis techniques while building strong foundations in map design and data visualization for real-world applications in modern geographic workflows.
Students explore map design through labels, symbology, and layer styling to create effective thematic maps. The course strengthens data visualization skills using QGIS tools, enabling precise spatial representation. Each section builds practical expertise in cartography workflows and professional geospatial mapping.
QGIS Cartography curriculum includes Project Setup, Base Layers, Water Styling, Land Styling, Labels, Symbology, and Resources. It reinforces QGIS basics and GIS analysis while guiding learners through structured modules to master geospatial mapping, coordinate systems, and advanced cartographic visualization techniques.
Learners complete an assignment designed to evaluate their understanding of the course content. The assignment is reviewed by qualified tutors who provide personalised feedback, allowing learners to demonstrate their applied knowledge and skills.
After completing the QGIS Cartography course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Studying QGIS Cartography builds essential skills in geographic information systems, spatial analysis, and digital mapping. It enables learners to transform raw spatial data into meaningful visual insights, supporting decision-making in environmental management, urban planning, and research sectors.
QGIS Cartography is highly valued across industries where location-based intelligence is crucial. Learning it enhances employability in GIS roles, strengthens analytical thinking, and equips professionals with practical tools for creating accurate, data-driven maps for real-world applications.
The QGIS Cartography Course has a total study time of 4 hours 1 minute. Learners can complete the course at a flexible pace, allowing them to progress through the material in line with their personal schedule, availability, and preferred learning speed.
The QGIS Cartography course requirements are straightforward and accessible. Learners should have basic computer skills, an interest in geographic information systems and mapping, and access to a stable internet connection. Prior knowledge of geography or GIS is helpful but not essential for successfully completing the online training.
It is the process of creating and designing maps using QGIS (a Geographic Information System software).
Students, GIS beginners, planners, engineers, and anyone interested in mapping and spatial analysis.
No, beginners can start as the course covers basic to advanced QGIS skills.
You’ll learn map design, layering, data visualization, spatial analysis, and thematic mapping.
You can work as a GIS Analyst, Cartographer, Urban Planner, or Remote Sensing Assistant.
| Section 01: Introduction | |||
| Introduction | 00:01:00 | ||
| Section 02: Labels | |||
| Labeling Basics | 00:03:00 | ||
| Labeling – Text Properties | 00:02:00 | ||
| Label Formatting | 00:06:00 | ||
| Label Buffers | 00:04:00 | ||
| Labels – Backgrounds | 00:03:00 | ||
| Label Shadows | 00:03:00 | ||
| Labeling Callouts (Leader Lines) | 00:03:00 | ||
| Labels – Placement | 00:04:00 | ||
| Labels – Rendering | 00:05:00 | ||
| Labeling Over Orthos | 00:06:00 | ||
| Fine Tuning Labels | 00:03:00 | ||
| Section 03: Symbology | |||
| Styling Single Points Lines and Polygons | 00:11:00 | ||
| Styling Categorical Data | 00:08:00 | ||
| Styling Graduated Data | 00:04:00 | ||
| Shapeburst Fills | 00:03:00 | ||
| Texture Fills | 00:04:00 | ||
| Inverted Polygons | 00:03:00 | ||
| Advanced Lines | 00:08:00 | ||
| Section 04: Base Layers | |||
| XYZ Tile Basemaps | 00:04:00 | ||
| Getting Data from the OSM Website | 00:07:00 | ||
| Getting Basemaps from the QuickMapServices Plugins | 00:05:00 | ||
| Getting OSM Data with Overpass Turbo | 00:06:00 | ||
| Rule Based Symbology | 00:10:00 | ||
| Rule Based Labeling | 00:03:00 | ||
| Bringing in Mapbox Baselayers (an Introduction) | 00:13:00 | ||
| Natural Earth Data | 00:07:00 | ||
| Section 05: Project Setup | |||
| Setting Up a Page Layout | 00:14:00 | ||
| Layout Templates | 00:05:00 | ||
| Creating Map Grids (Lat & Long Graticules) | 00:08:00 | ||
| Inset or Overview Maps | 00:05:00 | ||
| Global Overview Maps | 00:05:00 | ||
| Adding a Legend | 00:07:00 | ||
| Adding Text to a Layout | 00:03:00 | ||
| Adding Images | 00:05:00 | ||
| Section 06: Water Styling | |||
| Coastal Glow Effect | 00:03:00 | ||
| Concentric Water Lines (Equally Spaced) | 00:05:00 | ||
| Concentric Water Lines (Variably Spaced) | 00:08:00 | ||
| Half Tone Coastal Fill Pattern | 00:06:00 | ||
| Section 07: Land Styling | |||
| Getting DEMs from USDA/NRCS | 00:08:00 | ||
| Creating Contour Lines from DEMs (in Feet and Meters) | 00:11:00 | ||
| Labeling Contour Lines | 00:06:00 | ||
| Drop Shadowing Polygon Features | 00:03:00 | ||
| Section 08: Resources | |||
| Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment -QGIS Cartography | 00:00:00 | ||
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