+500 neue Abonnenten
Looking for Jobs?
By signing up, you agree to our privacy policies you can find on our website.
Perfect! We'll keep you up to date about current jobs from now on!
Oops! That didn't work out.
+500 neue Abonnenten
Geoinformatics is an integral discipline about studying (and effectively using) data about our Earth and its interactions with its surroundings.
Geoinformatics is an integral discipline about studying (and effectively using) data about our Earth and its interactions with its surroundings. This means that it has applications practically everywhere, from the environment to urban planning to renewable energy. As a massively growing field, there is a huge demand for qualified specialists in a wide range of roles, such as surveying engineers, something we’ve covered in our article about geoinformatics jobs.
In light of this demand for professionals, this article looks at another crucial aspect of geoinformatics: the educational opportunities that will prepare you to enter any geoinformatics-related industry of your choice, from sustainable development to telecommunications. So let's dive in and find out more!
Look right here, if you are on the lookout for a geoinformatics job on GoGeoGo.
For an aspiring geoinformatician, there are many studying opportunities at the university level in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Their unique location within Europe combined with a cutting-edge and fast-growing technological landscape adds to the dynamism and popularity of the field.
Standard bachelor’s, master’s, and dual degree programs are generally focussed either purely on geoinformatics or on its intersection with other closely related fields such as geodata, geodesy, and surveying.
Geoinformatics is offered as a bachelor’s degree programme (both science and engineering) in many technical universities across the DACH region. While some offer the subject as a sole focus, Geoinformatics is widely studied in conjunction with other disciplines such as
as you can see below. These degree programmes span six semesters and are often taught in German.
Prerequisites generally include a high school diploma (general or subject-specific) and, in some cases, a language certificate (German, English). One can expect to build a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, computer science, and legal foundations in the first two semesters.
This is followed by a deep dive into engineering knowledge and concepts in all geoinformatics subjects such as surveying, photogrammetry or remote sensing in the third to sixth semesters. Finally, in addition to a bachelor's thesis, there is often a mandatory external internship that must be completed.
At the master's level, students also have the option of choosing a science or engineering degree with a unilateral or multidisciplinary focus. These programmes are 3 to 4 semesters long, depending on whether they have the optional study format of both studying and working in industry (dual master). Prerequisites include a bachelor's degree in a related field with good grades, German language skills, and relevant projects and internships.
While the details may vary by programme and region, the core modules generally focus on deepening knowledge in the overall field of geoinformatics, with an emphasis on spatial data infrastructure and the management of technology and innovation. Students can pick from a wide range of electives that cover more current topics such as GIS programming, mobile mapping, 3D measurement technologies, and cartographic data visualisation.
Lastly, students can build upon a specialisation in their master thesis and sometimes also have a mandatory industry internship of 3–6 months as part of their programme.
Now that we have established what to expect from these programs, you can move on to the next section to check out our (exhaustive!) compilation of all the geoinformatics programs offered in the field of geoinformatics. These programs are sorted by region and level to help prospective students like you find the right fit based on your interests and qualifications.
Given its application in several industries, the average salary varies over a wide range, depending on industry, educational background, and professional experience. The starting salary for a geoinformatician with a masters degree is usually around 42,000 € and goes up to 75,000 € or higher for experts with several years of work experience.
To conclude, Geoinformatics is a multidisciplinary field that is central to understanding the Earth and all its processes. This article explored the education opportunities that exist in the dynamic DACH region for everyone interested in the field.
These opportunities translate into very well-structured and popular bachelor’s and master’s programmes that are both uni-disciplinary and multidisciplinary, as well as academic or industry aligned.
Often taught in German, but often in English at the master's level, they equip students with skills in mathematics, computer science, engineering and more, and are complemented by mandatory internships and thesis projects. Finally, salaries range from €42,000 to €75,000, reflecting the importance and demand for this specialisation across industries.
If this has piqued your interest, and you want to get a headstart in this field, find your geoinformatics job on GoGeoGo!
Can I pursue Geoinformatics as a profession even if I don’t have a technical background?
While most geoinformatics master’s programmes look for candidates with a bachelor’s in a related field, you can also find others that offer introductory courses to accommodate students with a non-technical background. This is based on you providing sufficient evidence of motivation and other transferable skills.
Are Geoinformatics programmes also available flexibly?
Several universities, especially post-pandemic, offer several study routes for people who need more time to study geoinformatics, either for caregiving or personal needs. This can be either through a hybrid or part-time format.
How do I decide if a Geoinformatics programme is right for me?
While some amount of uncertainty will always remain when studying geoinformatics (or anything for that matter), you should consider factors such as the focus of the curriculum and its alignment with your interests, research opportunities, industry connections, programme accreditation, and faculty expertise and research projects.
Einfach anmelden & Stellen erhalten
+500 neue Abonnenten
Receive geojobs regularly.
