Geographical Information Management and Applications
Wageningen University and ResearchProgram Overview
The Geographical Information Management and Applications at Wageningen University and Research is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geographical Information Management and Applications programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 15,167 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Wageningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geographical Information Management and Applications programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Methods and thechniques
- Project management
- Basic applications
- Advanced methods and techniques
- Management in organizations
- Advanced applications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Aside from the entry requirements stated below, we are looking for students who are;
- Self-disciplined and show initiative
- Independent thinkers but can also be team players
- Interested in both geo-information science and project-management
Is this a profile you recognize yourself in? Then read on for our entry requirements!
You are eligible to be admitted to the GIMA program, if you have:
- already obtained a Dutch or foreign university Bachelor degree or equivalent in a discipline related to geo-information, geography or geographic information management and applications
- academic and research skills on par with those expected at the level of a university Bachelor degree
- basic computer skills
- English language proficiency (as GIMA is a complete English language program).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 15,167 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 15,167 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wageningen University and Research directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Wageningen University and Research
Wageningen University and Research
Wageningen, Netherlands
Wageningen University & Research is an organization composed of a public technical research university and a non-profit research institute located in Wageningen, Netherlands, specializing in life...
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
