Remote sensing and GIS
About
The course Remote Sensing and GIS aims to provide knowledge and in-depth application of GIS ans remote sensing.
The majority of the course is devoted to practical exercises with remote sensing and GIS software which, together with lectures, provide an introduction to theory, applications, drone flight planning, data analysis and scripts (e.g. Python, R) for data processing.
During the course you will be introduced to various software related to remote sensing and GIS. Both commercial and open source software will be used, such as 2D (e.g. satellite spectral data) and 3D (e.g. point clouds from LiDAR or photogrammetry).
The course is part of the Bachelor’s Programme in Earth Sciences, the course is also offered as a freestanding course.
Teaching
The teaching consists of:
- practical exercises
- lectures
- reading of literature
- discussion seminars
- excursion
- computer exercises
Language of instruction: English
The teaching is carried out by dedicated teachers who are researchers in the field. The course has a strong research and labour market connection, which you as a student will benefit from.
This course is open to
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement. Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.
Entry requirements
For admission to the course, 7,5 credits in Geographic Information Systems and at least 45 credits in the main field of Earth Sciences, Geography or Marine Sciences is required. Applicants with equivalent education can, after review and approval, be given access to the course.
English proficiency
Incoming students should have an English level equivalent of B2 or higher as courses and materials, including presentations and exams, will be in English.
To assess your English level, you can use the self-assessment grid for reference: https://europa.eu/europass/en/common-european-framework-reference
Application
Do you want to apply for exchange studies at the University of Gothenburg?