Master Programmes in Land Management Geoinformatics Surveying and Mapping The School of Architecture, Design and Planning (SADP) at Aalborg University covers a number of MSc programmes within the field of engineering and natural sciences.
Land Management (Aalborg) Would you like to work with key issues and challenges associated with land tenure, land value, land use and land development in the making of places? The master s programme in Land Management combines theories and methodologies from social and political science with property economics and legislation. The aim of the programme is to provide knowledge and competence in dealing with land management issues, building adequate land administration systems as well as spatial governance as an infrastructure to implement land-related policies and land management strategies. Career opportunities Graduates from Land Management acquire jobs throughout the world within a broad range of fields such as private surveying and consultancy companies, national, regional and local administrations, NGOs or research institutions, and often assume project leadership and management positions. Programme structure It takes two years (120 ECTS credits) of full-time study to earn a master s degree in Land Management. During the master s programme you are offered a wide range of exciting courses and projects: 1st semester: Land Development and Land Administration Systems (20 ECTS) Managing the Use of Land (5 ECTS) Land Governance and Geographic Information in a Societal Context (5 ECTS) 2nd semester: Spatial Development and Planning (15 ECTS) Development, Planning and Implementation (5 ECTS) Land Management and Governance (5 ECTS) Land Use Regulation (5 ECTS) 3rd semester: Professional Development (30/25/20 ECTS) 4th semester: Master s thesis (30/60 ECTS) To learn more about the Land Management Programme, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/programmes/postgraduate/55782/
Geoinformatics (Copenhagen) Do you want to use modern geographic information technology to solve real world problems? The master s programme in Geoinformatics at Aalborg University, Copenhagen is directed at students who are interested in obtaining the necessary skills to manage various kinds of digital geographic information. During this programme you will work professionally with spatial information, digital management and e-government, geospatial analysis and visualisation. Career opportunities Graduates from Geoinformatics are needed all over the world. As GIS experts they work with developing and maintaining geographical information systems in IT-based environments for private companies, utilities, local and national governments, etc. Programme structure It takes two years (120 ECTS credits) of full-time study to earn a master s degree in Geoinformatics. During the master s programme you are offered a wide range of exciting courses and projects: 1st semester: GI technology and Information Systems (15 ECTS) Fundamentals of Geographic Information (5 ECTS) Geospatial Information Technology (5 ECTS) Land Governance and Geographic Information in a Societal Context (5 ECTS) 2nd semester: GI Integration, Applications and Society (15 ECTS) Geocomputation and Spatial Analytics (5 ECTS) Geovisualisation (5 ECTS) Remote Sensing and Image Processing (5 ECTS) 3rd semester: Professional Development (30/25/20 ECTS) 4th semester: Master s thesis (30/60 ECTS) To learn more about the Geoinformatics Programme, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/programmes/postgraduate/55781/
Surveying and Mapping (Aalborg) Are you interested in satellite positioning and laser scanning? The master s programme in Surveying and Mapping is targeted at science and engineering students who want to work with methods and technologies used for positioning and/or mapping of objects on or near the surface of the earth. This programme will provide you with theories and practical knowledge on how to use positioning/ mapping technologies such as satellite positioning, photogrammetry, remote sensing and laser scanning. After completing the programme, you will be able to analyse and solve real world problems related to positioning/mapping. Career opportunities As a graduate from the master s programme in Surveying and Mapping you will have a well-rounded set of skills which will make you highly qualified to perform in a wide range of positions in the National Survey and Cadastre, private surveying companies, national and international engineering companies, consultancy companies, and the oil and gas industries. Programme structure It takes two years (120 ECTS credits) of full-time study to earn a master s degree in Surveying and Mapping. During the master s programme you are offered a wide range of exciting courses and projects: 1st semester: Positioning (15 ECTS) Positioning Technologies (5 ECTS) Statistical Methods in Surveying and Mapping (5 ECTS) Land Governance and Geographic Information in a Societal Context (5 ECTS) 2nd semester: Sensor and Data Integration (15 ECTS) Coordinate Systems, Geometric Modelling and Data Analysis (5 ECTS) GNSS and Data Fusion (5 ECTS) Remote Sensing and Image Processing (5 ECTS) 3rd semester: Professional Development (30/25/20 ECTS) 4th semester: Master s thesis (30/60 ECTS) To learn more about the Surveying and Mapping Programme, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/programmes/postgraduate/55783/
Further information Who can apply? Students are required to have a bachelor s degree in Surveying and Mapping or a similarly relevant degree. Furthermore, students must have passed an English proficiency test. To learn more about general admission requirements, please visit the following webpage: www.apply.aau.dk. The Aalborg Model for Problem Based Learning (PBL) Studying at Aalborg University is not about rote learning. Each semester, you will work closely together with a group of fellow students on a large written assignment. The study method is called problem based project work, or The Aalborg Model for Problem Based Learning (PBL), and is highly recognised both nationally and internationally. The problem based project work at Aalborg University gives you a unique opportunity to acquire new knowledge and competences at a high academic level in an independent manner. You will also follow more traditional instruction, but the group work at AAU ensures that you build a network from the very start of your studies, and that you will not constantly be sitting on your own buried in your books. The group work adds an academic and social dimension to your study programme and, at the same time, it equips you for the labour market where skills in cooperation are very sought after. Group Work at Aalborg University At Aalborg University, students usually do their problem based project work in groups. Typically, you will be part of a group consisting of 4-5 students. Each semester, the group completes a large assignment called a project. You form the groups yourselves depending on your academic interests. The group work ensures a great variety of approaches and perspectives, which results in a sound and thoroughly prepared project. Together, you are able to discuss the details thoroughly. At the same time, you are able to solve larger and more complex problems than if you were studying on an individual basis. Each of you has the opportunity to shape the project because group work requires that everyone contributes. If you have any academic questions you may also discuss these with your friends in the group. To learn more about the PBLmodel and the group work, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/aalborg-pbl-model
Study at Aalborg University Profile of Aalborg University Aalborg University is one of Denmark s most innovative institutions of higher education, with more than 15,000 students, of which more than 1,800 are international students. The range of subjects covered by the University s three faculties is wide. Over the years, the University has expanded vigorously, and the campus areas is still developing. Study at Aalborg University in Aalborg The city of Aalborg with its 125,000 inhabitants is the regional center of northern Jutland. Aalborg is a hightech industrial city as well as a popular tourist and cultural city. The city offers a rich and varied selection from just about every cultural genre and its many leisure and entertainment facilities provide students with extensive opportunities to enjoy social activities. The city of Aalborg is close to some of the most popular sandy beaches in northern Europe. Also, there is easy access to Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. The main university campus is located in the city of Aalborg with easy access to the city centre and the main student residential areas. To learn more about study at AAU in Aalborg, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/study-inaalborg Study at Aalborg University in Copenhagen Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and has approximately 2 million inhabitants. As a student at Aalborg University Copenhagen (AAU-Cph), you can enjoy the many cultural and spare time activities that Copenhagen has to offer. AAU-Cph is located in the southwestern part of central Copenhagen known as Sydhavnen. You can easily go to AAU-Cph from anywhere in the greater Copenhagen area by bicycle, s-trains or bus. To learn more about study at AAU in Aalborg, please visit the following webpage: www.studyguide.aau.dk/study-incopenhagen Aalborg Denmark Copenhagen SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN AND PLANNING AALBORG UNIVERSITY Vestre Havnepromenade 5, 1 st floor DK-9000 Aalborg DENMARK Tel. + 45 9940 8341 E-mail: sadp@plan.aau.dk homepage: www.sadp.aau.dk