Undergraduate diploma programme
in Geo-information Science and Earth Observation
For whom is the programme relevant?
The nine-month Undergraduate diploma programme is designed for staff at technological level in geo-information production organisations whose prime concern is to execute daily operational tasks, including acquisition, analysis, processing and dissemination of geographical data. These technologists coordinate digital production processes, implement work procedures, and supervise groups of operators.
What will you learn?
The programme focuses on the concepts of digital geo-information production and the use of modern tools in the acquisition, processing, storage, visualisation and dissemination of spatial information. Participants acquire both practical skills and in-depth knowledge of the technical processes involved.
What is the programme structure?
The Undergraduate diploma programme consists of three distinct blocks.
| Block | Modules | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1-4 | Basic elements of geo-information production Introduction to spatial data acquisition, GIS and cartography |
| 2 | 5-8 | Specialisation in geoinformatics Options: remote sensing and digital image processing, GIS operations, or cartography and geo-visualisation |
| 3 | 9 | Integrated group project A small multidisciplinary team takes on a realistic geo-information production case |
| 10-11 | Individual final assignment Individual production-oriented project |
A programme based on practical coursework
The Undergraduate diploma programme is based on coursework, with an emphasis on the practical application of a number of hardware/software tools that are used for the production, storage, analysis, visualisation and dissemination of spatial data and geo-information. The individual final assignment at the end of the Undergraduate diploma course involves working on practical applications related to the chosen specialisation of interest. In this project, participants can demonstrate skills in applying the tools, methods and techniques addressed throughout the course.
Course in the Undergraduate diploma programme
One course is offered in the Undergraduate diploma programme:
- Geoinformatics.
