Geodesy and Cartography (in Polish)

Geodesy and Cartography is a broad scientific and technical discipline encompassing the acquisition, processing, analysis, and visualization of spatial data (geodata) for the purposes of investment processes, spatial planning, real estate management, environmental protection, and other sectors of the economy.

Second-cycle (Master’s) studies provide advanced knowledge and competencies necessary to obtain attractive employment, establish one’s own business, and hold senior positions in public administration. They also open pathways for further academic development within a Doctoral School or other research institutions in Poland and abroad.

Specialization Description

The specialization “Geodata Engineering” (IGE) responds to market demand for highly qualified specialists prepared to process large spatial datasets acquired using modern measurement technologies and to analyze these data using geographic information systems (GIS) and artificial intelligence methods. The curriculum is focused on developing practical skills in:

• acquisition of spatial data using modern measurement techniques
  (e.g. laser scanning, satellite and remote sensing measurements);

• processing of spatial data and performing analyses based on geographic information systems (GIS), advanced remote sensing software, and machine learning algorithms;

• development of digital topographic and thematic maps;

• integration and analysis of data from various domains in order to solve complex geospatial problems;

• effective management of geoinformation projects, as well as presentation of data and analytical results to clients or stakeholders.

Graduate Competencies

A graduate of the program is able to:

• acquire, process, and assess the quality and applicability of geodata;

• program in selected languages for the purpose of automating geodata processing;

• design, develop, and use geospatial databases;

• apply geodata in advanced environmental research and in the monitoring of anthropogenic objects;

• present analysis results in a visually attractive form, including digital thematic maps and dedicated web-based geoportals.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the second-cycle program in Geodesy and Cartography, specializing in Geodata Engineering, may find employment in a wide range of industries and sectors of the economy, industry, and public administration, including:

• IT and geoinformatics companies;

• geodetic and cartographic enterprises;

• spatial planning and real estate management;

• public administration;

• companies involved in environmental protection and monitoring of mining-related impacts;

• scientific and research institutions.

Admissions: Geodesy and Cartography – Wrocław University of Science and Technology – Recruitment
Registration: https://irk.usos.pwr.edu.pl/pl/offer/R_2025_2026_ZIMOWA_II/registration/

Geodesy and Cartography (in English)

Geodesy and cartography is a wide scientific and technical discipline, covering the obtaining, processing, analysis and visualization of spatial data (geodata) for the needs of investment processes, spatial planning, real estate management, environmental protection and other areas of the economy. Master's degree studies allow to gain advanced knowledge and competencies necessary to find an attractive job, run your own business, work in high-ranking positions in public administration, as well as open the way to further scientific development in the Doctoral School or other scientific and research units in Poland and abroad.

Graduates of Geodesy and Cartography (specialization Geodata Engineering) have a wide range of skills and knowledge that can be used in various fields of activity, involving the collection, analysis, processing, interpretation and sharing of geospatial data. They acquire advanced skills in the use of geoinformatics tools and software, including geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, spatial databases, machine learning and programming. They know how to use various modern survey technologies, such as satellite measurements, LiDAR and drones. They can apply spatial databases for analysis and development of topographic and thematic maps. They also have knowledge of geomorphology, environmental protection and other disciplines related to the structure and processes of the Earth's surface. They have the ability to integrate data from different thematic areas to solve complex geospatial problems, as well as effectively communicate and present the results of spatial analysis to clients or stakeholders. Field of study characteristics 4 / 80 Graduates can work both in the public sector, such as in local government administration, as well as in the private sector in companies from various thematic areas: surveying, geoinformatics, environmental protection, spatial planning and data analysis.

The program of Master's degree in Geodesy and Cartography allows to educate highly qualified specialists, prepared to process large sets of spatial data, acquired by modern measurement techniques, as well as to analyze these data using geographic information systems and artificial intelligence methods. The syllabus is focused on gaining practical skills in obtaining, processing and evaluating spatial data, as well as performing analyses based on geographic information systems (GIS), modern remote sensing software and machine learning algorithms.In addition, graduates will gain the ability to integrate and analyze data from various disciplines to solve complex problems of a geospatial nature and effectively conduct geoinformation projects, present data and analysis results to clients or stakeholders. Graduates will have knowledge of a foreign language at the B2+ proficiency level.

Graduates of the Master's degree program in Geodesy and Cartography with a specialization in Geodata Engineering will develop extensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed in the implementation of specialized tasks commonly posed by the innovative economy in relation to geoinformation systems. They will be prepared for professional work in handling geoinformation projects, acquiring, evaluating, analyzing and interpreting geodata, and designing and implementing geographic information systems (GIS). They will gain the knowledge necessary to function in a business environment, including leading project teams, or performing effective roles within task groups. Graduates can work for companies or offices involved in e.g. inventory, monitoring and documentation of building and architectural structures, protection, management and shaping of the environment, urban planning, interior and landscape architecture, documentation and analysis of the location of anthropogenic and natural events.

Graduate competences
A graduate is able to:

acquire, process, and assess the quality and suitability of geospatial data (geodata);

program in selected languages to automate geodata processing workflows;

design, develop, and use geospatial databases;

apply geodata for advanced environmental research and monitoring of anthropogenic objects;

present the results of spatial analyses in a visually appealing and professional manner, including digital thematic maps and dedicated web-based geoportals.

Career prospects
Graduates of the Master’s degree programme in Geodesy and Cartography, specialization Geodata Engineering, are prepared to pursue careers in a wide range of sectors within the economy, industry, and public administration, both in Poland and in an international professional environment, including:

IT and geoinformatics companies;

surveying and cartographic companies;

spatial planning and real estate management;

public administration and governmental institutions;

companies involved in environmental protection and monitoring of the environmental impact of mining and other industrial activities;

research and scientific institutions.

Apply here: https://rekrutacja.pwr.edu.pl/en/admission/