Doctoral study programme Geoinformatics, Cartography and Remote Sensing.

Application for study: https://is.cuni.cz/studium/eng/prijimacky

Information for PhD applicants.

The programme combines geographic information systems, cartography and remote sensing. Students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge, methodologies and techniques for solving geographical problems. It includes scientific research and application of advanced spatial data analysis methods, collection and interpretation of remote sensing data, database systems theory, mapping and distribution of spatial data, development of new cartographic methods and geoinformation infrastructure.

 

Areas of scientific research in the study:

  • advanced methodological and technological procedures of spatial data analysis using geographic information systems and their applications,
  • data collection and analysis using advanced remote sensing methods,
  • theories of database systems development and spatial data distribution,
  • organisation, standardisation, modelling and interpretation of spatial data,
  • design of advanced raster and vector data analysis tools,
  • digital technology of modern map production, development of new methods of automated cartographic data processing and cartographic production systems,
  • distribution and user access to spatial information via the Internet,
  • the creation and operation of national and transnational geoinformation infrastructure.

The aim of the study is also to create conditions for the student's involvement in international cooperation in scientific research and the acquisition of the necessary communication and professional skills, especially in the form of internships at foreign workplaces.

 

Graduates' employment

The graduate will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of geoinformatics, cartography and remote sensing with specialization in one of these fields. They can independently solve theoretical and practical problems and use modern tools and technologies in the field of spatial data collection, analysis, interpretation and synthesis. He/she becomes a distinct scientific personality and can independently apply the acquired knowledge and skills as well as the ability of creative thinking in solving complex scientific problems. The focus is on developing the ability to work in an international team and to establish international contacts in the professional community.

Graduates will be successful in scientific institutes, universities, state institutions and the commercial sector in interdisciplinary research, development and applications in the field of earth sciences, environmental, technical and social sciences, specifically in the areas of geoinformation systems, cartographic production systems, image data processing and analysis, spatial modelling and animation, development of geoinformation database technologies and the creation of geoinformation infrastructure.

 

Doctoral studies in the STARS programme

 

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