Program Overview

Bachelor's Degree in Geoinformation and Geomatics Engineering

The Bachelor's Degree in Geoinformation and Geomatics Engineering is designed to respond to the need for professionals in the field of geoinformation, which has been created by the extensive application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in this area. This degree program aims to train students for careers in fields such as geographic information systems, the use of geoinformation for mobile applications and big data processing, global positioning and navigation systems, smart cities, fleet management, photogrammetry (including the use of drones and UAVs), remote sensing, geodesy, and surveying.

General Details

• Duration: 4 academic years
• Study load: 240 ECTS credits (including the bachelor's thesis), with one credit equivalent to a study load of 25-30 hours.
• Delivery: Face-to-face
• Admission mark for the academic year: 6,979
• Language of instruction: The language of instruction for each subject can be found in the course sheet in the curriculum. Information on language use in the classroom and students' language rights is also available.
• Fees and grants: Approximate fees per academic year are €1,061 (€1,800 for non-EU residents). A public fees system based on income (grants and payment options) is in place.
• Location: Barcelona School of Building Construction (EPSEB)
• Official degree: Recorded in the Ministry of Education's degree register

Admission

• Places: 50
• Pre-enrolment code: 31087
• Places via a change of degree: 5
• Admission mark for the academic year: 6,979
• Weighting of university entrance examinations (PAU)
• Registration and enrolment: Requirements to enrol in a bachelor's degree course are specified.
• CFGS credit transfer: Consult the university studies search engine of the Universities Channel of the Generalitat de Catalunya.
• Legalisation of foreign documents: All documents issued in non-EU countries must be legalised and bear the corresponding apostille.

Curriculum

The curriculum is structured over eight semesters, with a variety of compulsory and optional subjects. Key areas of study include:

First Semester

• Algebra
• Calculus
• Computer-Assisted Design
• Geographic Information and Cartography
• Informatics

Second Semester

• Electromagnetism and Optics
• Geomorphology
• Mathematical Methods
• Mechanics
• Surveying Instruments and Methods

Third Semester

• Environmental Engineering
• Fundamentals of Civil Engineering
• Geometric Geodesy
• Geophysics
• Mathematical Cartography
• Observation Adjustment in Geomatics

Fourth Semester

• Business Organisation and Management
• Digital Cartography
• Digital Image Processing
• GIS Databases
• Network Design, Observation and Adjustment

Fifth Semester

• Design and Implementation of Geoservices
• Digital Photogrammetry
• Geographic Information Systems
• Global Satellite Positioning Systems
• Spatial Databases

Sixth Semester

• 3D Data Processing
• Physical Geodesy
• Remote Sensing
• Smart Cities
• Surveying in Civil Engineering
• Urbanism and Regional Planning

Seventh Semester

• Big Data for Geoservices
• Cadastre
• Spatial Data Infrastructure
• Advanced Gnss Analysis
• Advanced Remote Sensing
• Close Range Photogrammetry
• Expert Reports
• GIS Project Design and Management
• Gnss Projects
• Monitoring for Systems Analysis in Engineering
• Photogrammetry with UAV Systems
• Programming for Geoinformation Applications
• Sar Applications for Territory Observation

Eighth Semester

• Geomatics Projects
• Non-Conventional Surveys
• Bachelor's Thesis

Professional Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor's Degree in Geoinformation and Geomatics Engineering can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Companies providing terrestrial, aerial, and satellite geoinformation solutions and value-added solutions based on big geodata and for mobile applications.
• Companies that design, deploy, and manage geographic information systems (GISs).
• Construction and civil engineering companies and surveyors.
• Public bodies: cartographic and geographic institutes, city councils, technical departments of ministries, etc.
• The study of environmental variables and measurement of land and maritime resources for urban, rural, and regional development planning.
• Data acquisition in the form of land, architectural, and archaeological surveys, as well as layouts and measurements related to civil works and building construction.
• Management, planning, valuation, administration, and assessment of urban and rural property.

Quality Accreditation

The degree's main quality indicators can be found in the University Studies in Catalonia portal of the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency, including degree evaluation results, student satisfaction, and graduate employment data.

Organisation: Academic Calendar and Regulations

• Academic calendar: General academic calendar for bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees courses.
• Academic regulations: Academic regulations for bachelor's degree courses at the UPC.
• Language certification and credit recognition: Queries about language courses and certification.