Master of Science in Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
UAEU United Arab Emirates University
Key Information
Campus location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
AED 3,000 / per credit *
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Introduction
Overview
The Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems Master of Science Program at UAE University are the first of its kind in the region. It is designed to provide you with the theoretical background and practical skills to start or advance your career in remote sensing and GIS. Our curriculum has been specifically developed to suit students from diverse academic backgrounds and professional occupations. No prior remote sensing or GIS experience is required to excel in the program. (Total credit hours is 30 for theses and 34 for no-theses).
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Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours: minimum of 30 hours
Remote Sensing and GIS
| Required Courses (18 hours) | Credits |
| RGIS601 Principles of Remote Sensing | 2 |
| RGIS602 Fundamentals of GIS | 3 |
| RGIS603 Digital Image Processing in RS | 3 |
| RGIS604 Spatial Analysis Using GIS | 3 |
| RGIS605 Local & Web-Based Services GIS | 2 |
| RGIS606 Database Management Systems | 2 |
| RGIS607 Seminar on Management Issues in RS&GIS | 1 |
| STAT661 Geo-Statistics | 2 |
| Elective Courses - 6 credit hours for the Thesis option and 12 credit hours for Non-Thesis option (12 hours) | Credits |
| BIOE625 Coastal Management | 2 |
| RGIS610 Spatial Data Collection | 2 |
| RGIS611 Advanced Remote Sensing | 2 |
| RGIS612 Satellite Positioning | 2 |
| RGIS613 Software Engineering for GIS | 2 |
| RGIS614 Selected Topics | 2 |
| RGIS615 Project Management | 2 |
| RGIS616 Transport Applications of GIS | 2 |
| RGIS617 Urban and Environmental Applications of Remote sensing and GIS | 2 |
| RGIS618 Remote Sensing and GIS for Petroleum | 2 |
Thesis or Capstone
| Required Courses (Minimum credit hours:4 and Maximum credit hours:6) (6 hours) | Credits |
| RGIS620 Capstone1 | 4 |
| RGIS630 Thesis2 | 6 |
1Required for Non-Thesis
2Required for Thesis
Merit Fellowship Award
To receive the Merit Award, students are expected to have high academic credentials and maintain their academic success at the UAEU. The Merit Fellowship Award offers financial assistance in the form of a partial tuition waiver to qualified students. Students in STEM and strategic areas of the country (renewable energy, transportation, health, water resources, technology, space) will have priority.
Student Eligibility:
- Have Excellent Academic Standing (GPA ≥ 3.6/4.0).
- Maintain a GPA ≥of 3.6/4.0 during study at UAEU.
- Have no other financial sponsorship or award.
Benefits:
- 50% discount on tuition fees.
Duration:
- Valid until graduation as long as the student is abiding with the Student Eligibility conditions.
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Program Outcome
- Discuss the theoretical background and practical skills for a career in Remote Sensing or GIS.
- Identify the recent advances in Remote Sensing, GIS, and GNSS relating that with scientific research and its role in society.
- Apply analytical and spatial thinking skills needed for the successful use of remote sensing and GIS in solving spatial problems.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Discuss the theoretical principles of remote sensing and GIS and their role in modelling and solving environmental, urban and social issues.
- Recognize advanced analysis and interpretation skills needed in remote sensing and GIS.
- Apply practical remote sensing and GIS procedures for assessing and solving environmental, urban, geologic and societal problems.
- Communicate remote sensing and GIS related ideas and results both orally and in writing.
- Develop remote sensing and GIS project management, teamwork and leadership skills.
- Produce scientific research related to the applications of remote sensing and GIS.