Geomatics

Core Courses

Program Objectives

The Master's specialization in Geomatics aims to train students in mastering the methods and tools necessary to develop a territorial project that involves stakeholders in spatial planning, including:

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Digital Elevation Models (DEM)
• Remote Sensing
• Spatial Analysis
• Statistics and Field Surveys, etc.

This expertise, which covers various disciplines, is increasingly a necessary condition for entering the field of spatial planning. In addition to acquiring methodological skills, students will also deepen their knowledge in the following thematic areas:

• Transport Policy and Territorial Planning
• Information, Cartography, and the Web
• GIS in Local Governments
• Remote Sensing and Management of Renewable Resources

The dual competence in methodology and thematic knowledge within the academic curriculum prepares students for doctoral studies. It particularly emphasizes the new questions raised by the development of Geomatics in the scientific world.

✅ Semester 1

1. Course: Spatial Analysis

• Unit: Core Unit UEF111
• Objective: This module aims to acquire basic notions concerning territorial analysis.

1. Course: Digital Photogrammetry

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: Provides the functional basics and necessary concepts to independently use modern photogrammetry tools and update the knowledge of classical photogrammetry specialists.

1. Course: Remote Sensing 01

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: Acquisition of skills in the processing and analysis of aerial and remotely sensed images.

1. Course: GIS 01

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: (Not explicitly stated, but related to understanding and using GIS tools.)

1. Course: Spatial Database Management Systems

• Unit: Methodology Unit UEM11
• Objective: Acquisition of skills in designing spatial and attribute-based information systems.

1. Course: Geodesy

• Unit: Methodology Unit UEM11
• Objective: Acquisition of competencies in the field of geodesy.

1. Course: Operating Systems in Computer Science

• Unit: Discovery Unit UED11
• Objective: (Not specified.)

1. Course: Urban and Land Regulations

• Unit: Transversal Unit UET11
• Objective: (Not specified.)

1. Course: Technical English 1

• Unit: Transversal Unit UET11
• Objective: Strengthen vocabulary and grammar in English and become familiar with technical terminology.

✅ Semester 2

1. Course: Governance and Sustainable Development

• Unit: Core Unit UEF111
• Objective: (Not explicitly stated, but focused on understanding governance and sustainable territorial development.)

1. Course: Remote Sensing 02

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: Acquisition of skills in computer-aided cartography.

1. Course: GIS 02

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: Acquisition of advanced skills in GIS (georeferencing, spatial analysis, etc.).

1. Course: Applied Statistics

• Unit: Data & Analysis Unit
• Objective: Use statistical terminology, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and perform spatial statistical analysis using Python.

1. Course: Topography

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: (Not explicitly stated, but related to topographic surveying methods and 3D representation.)

1. Course: Hazards and Risks

• Unit: Discovery Unit UED
• Objective: Introduce concepts of natural and technological risks, risk mapping, vulnerability assessment, and prevention strategies.

1. Course: Programming Algorithms

• Unit: Transversal Unit UET11
• Objective: (Not specified, but focused on algorithmic and Python programming for GIS environments.)

1. Course: Technical English 2

• Unit: Transversal Unit UET11
• Objective: Use technical English vocabulary in speaking and writing, especially in tourism-related activities.

✅ Semester 3

1. Course: Application of Geomatics in Spatial Planning

• Unit: Core Unit UEF111
• Objective: Acquire essential foundations and major concepts in geomatics.

1. Course: Open Source and Web GIS

• Unit: Core Unit UEF112
• Objective: Learn about open-source GIS tools and their application in web mapping.

1. Course: Research Methodology and Techniques

• Unit: Methodology Unit UEM11
• Objective: (Not specified, but focuses on scientific research, project structure, and presentation techniques.)

1. Course: Project Planning and Management

• Unit: Methodology Unit UEM11
• Objective: (Not specified, but deals with territorial project management and GIS project design.)

1. Course: Field Internship

• Unit: Methodology Unit UEM12
• Objective: Practical fieldwork applying geomatics knowledge through data collection and processing.

1. Course: Entrepreneurship

• Unit: Discovery Unit UED11
• Objective: (Not specified, but covers business creation, financial management, public tenders, digital marketing.)

1. Course: New Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

• Unit: Transversal Unit UET11
• Objective: (Not specified, but aims to use ICT tools for risk communication and institutional information flow.)

✅ Semester 4

1. Course: Final Year Project (PFE)

• Unit: Core Unit (PFE)
• Objective: Develop professional or research competencies through an internship or personal project, resulting in a thesis and oral defense.

Advanced Topics

Targeted Career Profiles and Skills

• Acquisition of spatially referenced information, survey techniques, and territorial information monitoring systems
• Design and management of databases, particularly geo-referenced ones
• Statistical processing of geographic data
• Graphical representations derived from automated mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Planning, management, and coordination of development and spatial planning operations
• Evaluation of projects, support mechanisms, and territorial expertise
• Geographic tools for communication and decision-making support: Sig-web, animated mapping, graphic modeling

Regional and National Employment Opportunities for Graduates

This Master's program, being academically focused, allows students to either directly enter the workforce or continue their studies at the doctoral level.

Diverse Career Opportunities:

• Technical consulting firms
• Technical services of local authorities: municipalities, regions, ministries
• Network management companies: water supply, sanitation, electricity, telecommunications
• Environmental sector: natural parks, water agencies
• Land registry
• Geomatics business management officer
• GIS department head in local governments and administrations
• Geomatics software developer
• Service providers
• Public sector careers
• Researcher in universities and research centers
• Project manager and territorial communication coordinator