Melbourne School of Engineering

Geomatics/Surveying

Geomatic engineering is the study of the science and technologies of 3D measurement, mapping and visualisation. It is one of the fastest growing IT industries in the world today. This course provides the opportunity to acquire skills in modern, sophisticated technologies such as the global positioning system (GPS), three dimensional computer visualisations, geographic information systems (GIS), surveying, and satellite and photographic image processing.

Careers

The field of employment for geomatic engineers is very diverse. Many join organisations that operate on a broader front in geomatic engineering including land and resource management, environmental remote sensing, surveys for engineering construction, surveys to detect structural deformation and hydrographic surveys for dredging operations.

 

Geomatics study options

 

Undergraduate study: New Generation Degrees

Geomatics is offered in the following New Generation Degrees, leading to the Master of Engineering (Geomatics).

Bachelor of Environments (Geomatics)

Bachelor of Science (Geomatics)

 

Professional entry: Master of Engineering (Geomatics)

The professional Master of Engineering (Geomatics) can be studied by graduates of any degree with suitable Maths & Science. It provides professional accreditation as an engineer*. The Melbourne Model sets designated pathways in undergraduate "New Generation" degrees that provide automatic credits for the Masters program.

 

Professional entry: Master of Spatial Information Science

This two-year professional entry program is designed for graduates of any degree. The discipline offers scope to apply a range of social and technical skills, while also developing a specialist area of in‑depth knowledge.

 

Specialised Masters: Master of Geographic Information Technology

This one-year specialised program is designed for Engineers and Scientists seeking to change or deepen their specialisation.

 

Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering: Geographic Information Systems and Technology

The Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering is used to qualify students for further graduate study in a related area to their previous Engineering degree and to provide foundation studies for students who have an Engineering degree and who want to expand or update their knowledge. It is particularly useful for students returning to tertiary study after time away from an academic environment.

 

Research Degrees

Students with a Bachelor (or Master) of Engineering from the University of Melbourne or other institutions may apply to undertake research Masters and PhD programs.