Study programmes
Geoinformatics, Cartography and Remote Sensing
Study program:
Geoinformatics, Cartography and Remote Sensing
SP code:
N0532A330032
Study form:
full-time
Study type:
Master's (post-Bachelor)
Standard duration of study in years:
2
Language of instruction:
Czech
Title:
Mgr.
Title:
Yes - RNDr.
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SP name in English:
Geoinformatics, Cartography and Remote Sensing
SP name in Latin:
Studia geoinformatica, chartographia, ratio Telluris per satellites fabricatos investigandae
SP profile:
academically oriented
SP characteristics
The study program focuses on education in up-to-date research and applied geoinformation and cartographic methods. Cartography, geoinformatic science (GIS), and remote sensing are the key subjects of this program. Graduates from this study program gain deep knowledge and skills in both theoretical and applied geoinformatics, namely in the research disciplines of spatial data acquisition, distribution, analysis, modelling and visualisation, as well as programming and spatial databases. The cartographic subjects comprise general, topographic, thematic and digital cartography. This, a graduate is able to create a broad spectrum of cartographic products such as analogue and digital maps, atlases, 3D visualisations and animations. The graduate can apply methods of automated data processing, development of GIS tools and applications by means of own programming. Choosing selective courses according to the students’ interest allows for deepening their knowledge in selected research and production fields. The students deepen their knowledge in the specific area during their diploma work. During their study, students are using a wide range of modern equipment – measurement devises, software packages, and data sets. The students have possibilities to join numerous research and application projects of the Department of applied geoinformatics and cartography. The students are annually offered to participate in the student mobility programs that are conducted in collaboration with prestigious universities abroad.
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Graduate profile for the public:
Graduates of the study program gain advanced knowledge and skills in both theoretical and applied geoinformatics, especially regarding the spatial data collection, distribution, analysis, modelling and visualisation. Having knowledge in topographic, thematic and digital cartography, they are able to produce different kinds of map outputs. The graduates are able to apply modern geoinformatics and cartographic methods in all areas requiring advanced processing and visualisation of spatial data. The graduates have an overview on automated data processing, algorithmisating and programming of basic GIS and cartographic tasks; thus, the graduates are able to create their own GIS applications. They also have knowledge of advanced methods of remote sensing data acquisition and processing. They are able to design spatial databases and effectively process a large amount of data. They are able to present results of applied processing methods in a form of cartographic outputs according to the cartographic rules including 3D visualisation.
Having a complex overview and up-to-date knowledge in geoinformatics and cartography, the graduates can participate in preparing, solving and coordinating research and applied multidisciplinary projects on both national and international levels. They can be involved in expert processing of spatial data, development of new technologies, designing new methods of spatial analyses. The graduates are employed as cartographic and geoinformatics specialists in governmental institutions on both state and regional levels (cadastral and land offices, ministries, municipalities) in research institutions, and universities. Regarding industry, the graduates can apply for positions with responsibilities of spatial data collection, analysis, and visualisation or in software development companies focused on map and GIS applications. The graduates can find job opportunities in institutions administrating transport infrastructures, telecommunication a technical networks, urban and land planning, nature and environment protection. The geoinformatics profession has recently found application in non-profit organisations e.g. those that focus on international development aid. Finally, after completing necessary pedagogical course, the graduates can teach geoinformatics, cartography, and geography on both primary and secondary levels.
Having a complex overview and up-to-date knowledge in geoinformatics and cartography, the graduates can participate in preparing, solving and coordinating research and applied multidisciplinary projects on both national and international levels. They can be involved in expert processing of spatial data, development of new technologies, designing new methods of spatial analyses. The graduates are employed as cartographic and geoinformatics specialists in governmental institutions on both state and regional levels (cadastral and land offices, ministries, municipalities) in research institutions, and universities. Regarding industry, the graduates can apply for positions with responsibilities of spatial data collection, analysis, and visualisation or in software development companies focused on map and GIS applications. The graduates can find job opportunities in institutions administrating transport infrastructures, telecommunication a technical networks, urban and land planning, nature and environment protection. The geoinformatics profession has recently found application in non-profit organisations e.g. those that focus on international development aid. Finally, after completing necessary pedagogical course, the graduates can teach geoinformatics, cartography, and geography on both primary and secondary levels.
Related accreditations
| Faculty | Name of the study program | Language of instruction | Study form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Přírodovědecká fakulta | Geoinformatics, Cartography and Remote Sensing | angličtina | prezenční |
Teaching provided by
Faculty:
- Faculty of Science (PřF) https://www.natur.cuni.cz/fakulta
Cooperating institutions:
No
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Foreign university joint diploma type:
No
External department:
No
Classification
Area of education:
- Earth Sciences
SP structure
Specialisation:
No
Double-curriculum study:
No
Data for persons with disabilities
Contact person for persons with disability:
RNDr. Dana Fialová, Ph.D.
Web page for persons with disability:
Further information about the study of persons with disability:
Personal provision
Garant SP:
- doc. RNDr. Přemysl Štych, Ph.D.
Study plans
Plans according to accreditation:
full-time study form with language of instruction Czech
Instruction
Admission procedure requirements:
Study programme (branch) is open for applicants for the academic year
2026/2027:
- Faculty of Science - Admission procedure requirements
Admission procedure requirements in the acaademic year
2025/2026:
- Faculty of Science - Admission procedure requirements
Can be studied in combination
No combinations have been found