Geographical Information Mapping
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05.04.03 In Russian
Level of education Master
Type of instruction Full-time
Duration 2 years
Programme description
- The master’s programme ‘Geographical Information Mapping’ is designed to develop both universal and professional competencies, along with knowledge of the theory and state-of-the-art technology used in collecting, processing, interpreting, and analysing spatial information, including Big Data. Students master advanced methods of creating and using: cartographic images; geographical information systems; databases; web resources; and other spatial models. Graduates are much-in-demand in the labour market and ready for activities in cartography and geoinformatics
- The disciplines and practices prepare graduates for successful careers in research, production, technology, organisation, management, and teaching within the fields of cartography and geoinformatics. This is particularly relevant given the growing importance of information content in contemporary society and the spatial infrastructure of the digital economy
Main courses
- Theory and Methodology of Geography
- Methodology of Professional Education
- Geographical Information Mapping
- Legal and Normative-Technical Base of Geodesy, Cartography, and Geoinformatics
- History and Methodology of Geodesy, Cartography, and Geoinformatics
- Current Issues in Geodesy, Cartography, and Geoinformatics
- Management and Marketing in Cartography and Geoinformatics
- Specialised Geographical Information Systems
- Modern Technologies for Thematic Mapping
- End-to-End Digital Technologies in Cartography and Geoinformatics
Our advantages
- This academically-oriented programme prepares students for research, design and production, organisational and managerial activities in the development and circulation of digital spatial information.
- St Petersburg University is one of the few universities in the Russian Federation and the only university in the Northwestern District, where there is a master's programme in cartography and geoinformatics.
- The programme is implemented taking into account present-day professional standards. It combines the traditions of classical university education with modern educational technologies. Students acquire modern skill sets in cartography and geoinformatics.
- Students have an opportunity to build their individual educational paths through: the choice of research topics; elective courses; and online courses. This makes it possible to: receive advanced training in one of the areas of modern cartography and geoinformatics; and acquire interdisciplinary competencies.
- The programme is especially relevant in connection with the implementation of the Strategy for the Development of the Information Society in the Russian Federation for 2020–2030.
- The programme has its Council which includes reputable experts from industryspecific institutions and organisations. The Council has expert functions and makes a significant contribution to improving the quality of education.
- The programme maintains close ties with industry-specific institutions and organisations. This makes it possible to introduce advanced achievements in cartography and geoinformatics into the educational process.
Teaching staff
- Olga Artemyeva, Candidate of Geography, Associate Professor, expert in cartography and map publishing
- Aleksandr Wojnarowski, Candidate of Engineering, Associate Professor, Head of research in photogrammetry
- Sergey Tyurin, Candidate of Engineering, Associate Professor, Head of research in geodesy and satellite geodesy
- Giovanni Nico, Professor, expert in machine processing of spatial data and the processing of radar Earth observation data from space; Research Associate at the Italian National Research Council
Main areas of research
- Monitoring and analysis of the processes of nature and society using geographical information systems and Earth remote sensing data
- Map and atlas compilation using modern geographical information tools and technologies for processing spatial information
- Geodetic monitoring methods
- Application of unmanned aerial vehicles and surface laser scanning for obtaining spatial information
- History of geodetic, cartographical and geographical information activities