Entry requirementsEntry requirements Normally an Honours degree in a relevant field such as civil engineering, earth or environmental science, geography, mathematics, physics, or planning, but others with some mathematical background will be considered. Those with a degree in geomatics or a closely related subject or who meet the age and experience criteria of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors can use the programme as a route to a professional qualification or preparation for a research degree and may, under special circumstances, be given exemption from some aspects of the programme. Entry without standard academic qualifications, or with technical qualifications in geomatics for those with significant practical experience in related employment, will be considered on an individual basis.
This is a new programme for those seeking a career in geomatics: land and engineering; surveying; hydrographic surveying; land registration/cadastre and LIS; photogrammetric and remote sensing engineering; management of geospatial information.
The focus of the programme is on understanding the theory and practice of geospatial data collection; data and information quality; applications of survey information; and research and development in the field of geomatics.
The programme has been developed in close collaboration with industry to meet the global demand for professionals in this field and meets the academic requirements for membership of relevant professional bodies.