Program Overview
In the Geodesy and Geoinformatics degree program, you will deal with the measurement of the world - more precisely, with modern methods and instruments for collecting, but also the quality of spatial data and its mapping. GPS, augmented reality, machine vision, artificial intelligence and much more - in a balanced theory-practice ratio, the bachelor's degree program provides you with the tools you need to start a career in many areas or continue with a master's degree.
Geodisciplines such as geodesy and geoinformatics are among the most important technologies of the future and are already making a fundamental contribution to political and economic decisions through the data they generate. The use of geoinformation is essential for the sustainable use of the earth's resources and the analysis of natural events such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and mass movements.
Geodesy forms the basis: it makes it possible to precisely measure the earth - from individual plots of land to entire continents. Modern satellite technology, sensors and digital maps are used for this.
Geoinformatics ensures that the huge amounts of data generated during surveying are digitally processed, linked and visualized - often in 2D or 3D and with the help of artificial intelligence. This creates digital images of the real world, which are used for urban planning, disaster control or traffic management, for example. Web-based map and information systems are also part of this.
Key Program Features
- • interdisciplinary orientation
- especially with links to computer science and geosciences • preparatory and support courses in the MINT-Kolleg • small
- informal degree program - excellent study situation • high practical component (exercises
- project work) • close contact with lecturers and academic staff • teaching: participation in research and engineering projects • access to the German-French double degree (INSA Strasbourg) • subject-related part-time jobs at the institute or within the university
Career Opportunities
With a degree in Geodesy and Geoinformatics, you have the best chances of finding a varied and diverse job. There is currently a great shortage of skilled workers in this field. Typical areas of work are
• public administration
• engineering and planning offices
• self-employed work as a publicly appointed surveying engineer
• IT services
• manufacture of geodetic instruments
• automotive industry
• automation technology
• research and teaching
In the public sector, the following authorities in particular employ specialists in geodesy and geoinformatics:
• land surveying
• municipal surveying and utility companies
• cadastre and land readjustment
• Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy
• road construction
• water and shipping administration
In order to obtain employment in the higher surveying administrative service, you must complete an 18-month preparatory service (= traineeship) after completing your master's degree.
Activities in the field of engineering surveying include
• planning and managing surveys in the field
• carrying out surveying tasks in the planning, staking out, monitoring and reconstruction of structures (traffic routes, bridges, dams, power plants, industrial plants, residential and community buildings)
• collaboration in environmental impact assessments
• surveying of properties to secure land ownership
The rapidly expanding IT sector also offers you job opportunities in software development and GIS. The focus here is on the collection and management of spatial geodata as well as the creation and use of geoinformation systems in the areas of administration, traffic and supply management, environmental and security tasks, energy suppliers and banks as well as for leisure and tourism.
Program Curriculum
During your studies, you have various subjects, which consist of one or more modules. A module deals with a specific topic and consists of one or more courses. In the module handbook for your degree program, you will find a description of the modules and their subject assignment as well as a study plan. This gives you an orientation as to which courses you should attend in which semester in order to complete your studies within the standard period of study. It takes into account a balanced distribution of courses over the individual semesters. It also ensures that you are first taught the important basics before moving on to more advanced topics. Your individual course of study may differ from this.
On the Geodesy and Geoinformatics degree program, your curriculum consists of these subjects:
• Basics in Mathematics and Physics: Experimental Physics, Differential Geometry and Advanced Mathematics provide you with the necessary scientific foundations.
• IT and Geoinformatics: You will learn the essentials of computer science and data processing, databases and specific applications of geoinformatics.
• Surveying and Geodetic Sensors: You will learn the basics of surveying and carry out your own measurements. You will also learn about the most relevant sensors and their situation-specific applications.
• Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Image Processing: This is about the three-dimensional acquisition of coordinates from images.
• Geodetic Reference Systems and Space Techniques: For example, you will learn how satellite methods or a gravimeter work and carry out your own measurements.
• Cartography and Land Management: This includes the legal basis of official surveying, as well as the real estate industry and land policy.
Admission Requirements
For the bachelor's degree program in Geodesy and Geoinformatics, you need sufficient knowledge of the German language, which corresponds to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Important: you must provide proof of the required language skills regardless of your citizenship and by the end of the enrollment period at the latest, but preferably at the time of application.
In what form do I have to provide the language certificates? Please read the following chapters on this website carefully. If you have any further questions, please contact
• Students Office if you are applying as a German, German national or a person with German equivalent status
• the International Students Office if you are a non-EU national
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
No tuition fees (German public university — see fee_details)
Semester contribution ~€235 covers public transport (KVV) and student union services.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
No tuition fees at KIT (German public university). Semester contribution of approx. €235 covers public transport and student services. Funding available via DAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, Baden-Württemberg Stipendium, and KIT internal scholarships.
About Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe, Germany
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is one of Germany's leading public research universities and among Europe's most prestigious institutions for science, engineering, and technology....
University Profile- Application Deadline EU/German nationals: September 15 | Non-EU nationals: July 15
- Language German
- Duration 6 semesters
- Credits 180 ECTS
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