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Cartography and Geoinformation systems

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Master of Earth Sciences

2 years

120

7

Second (Master)

Natural sciences

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Possession of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or the educational-qualification level of Specialist (in the case of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or the educational-qualification level of Specialist, obtained in a different field of study (area of ​​training) — subject to the successful completion of entrance examinations).

Bachelor's degree

PRN02. Apply one’s knowledge to identify and resolve issues and make well-founded decisions in the Earth sciences. PLO07. Know modern methods for studying the Earth and its geospheres, and be able to apply them in professional and research activities. PLO12. Model geospheric objects and processes using cartographic and mathematical methods as well as geoinformation technologies. PLO13. Identify and classify known objects within the geospheres, as well as register new ones, along with their inherent properties, phenomena, and processes. For Block 1 “Cartography”. PRN15.1. Analyze the characteristics of natural and anthropogenic systems and objects within the Earth’s geospheres using web-mapping and aerospace monitoring tools. PLO17.1. Provide scientific and methodological support for the development of geospatial data infrastructures at various territorial levels. For Block 2 “Geographic Information Systems”. PRN15.2 Conduct expert reviews of geoinformation projects, and provide reports and expert conclusions in the field of GIS.

Full-time form

Grades for: practical assignments, contributions during seminars, oral presentations, essays, ongoing assessment, pass/fail exams, graded pass/fail exams, written and oral examinations, defense of internship reports, and final assessment in the form of a comprehensive examination in the field of study and the defense of a master’s thesis.

Industrial practice (separated from theoretical training) Assistant practice (in addition to theoretical training)

Industrial practice (separated from theoretical training)

Potential workplaces: enterprises functionally subordinate to the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre; private-sector enterprises and companies; executive government bodies at various territorial levels; and design, survey, and research institutions. Employment in positions requiring higher education in the field of "Earth Sciences."

The opportunity to continue studies through educational-scientific programs leading to the educational-scientific degree of Doctor of Philosophy, as well as to pursue professional development and additional postgraduate education.