Wednesday, July 22, 2015

THE UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS M.Sc. Geoinformatics (Private study) at the Department of Geography

INTRODUCTION
An Intensive Two-Year M.Sc. Geoinformatics (Private study) at the Department of Geography, University of Madras is designed to provide the candidates a sound knowledge in the field of Geospatial technology for effective use of Geoinformatics in sustainable resource development planning. The course is designed for management level training for duration of two years. Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to contribute to the design, implementation and management of geoinformation production systems and quality control systems.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
The main objective is to provide a comprehensive training in theory and practice in the field of Geoinformatics at the level of supervisors. After the completion of the Degree, the graduate should be capable of performing competently the routine tasks in the field of Geoinformatics and capacity to supervise technicians in the routine tasks and relate to professionals in the planning and execution of Geoinformatics projects.

ELIGIBILITY 
A Candidate who has passed BA/BSc Degree Examination with Geography / Geology /Physics/ Environmental Sciences / Computer Science / Computer Applications/Information Technology/ Agriculture/Remote Sensing as the main subject of study or Geography as one of the subjects of study with knowledge of mathematics / THE UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS – A Legacy of more than 150 years PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES ELIGIBILITY INTRODUCTION statistics at least at the +2 level or BE Civil Engineering or any Information Technology related fields or an examination of any other University accepted by the syndicate as equivalent thereto. Candidates with degrees in other subject areas will be considered if they can demonstrate interest, aptitude and experience in a field relevant to the application of geospatial technology. 


 PROGRAMME STRUCTURE  

  • The duration of the course is for two academic years consisting of FOUR semesters. 
  • Medium of Instruction: English 

FEE STRUCTURE 
Course Fee for Indian students is Rs.50, 000/- (Fifty thousand only) for two years. Fees should be paid at the time of admission. For Foreign Students / NRI: US $ 2,000 (Two Thousand only). Payment shall be made in two instalments (First year: 50%, Second year: 50%).

LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION 
Last date for submission of filled in Application for M.Sc. Geoinformatics is 21.08.2015. 

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