Courses are held in English. Participation in German-language courses from other degree programmes is possible but not required.
The Master's programme in Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics is research-based, and it makes use of the unique capabilities available in these fields at KIT. The first and second semesters of the two-year programme set a common basis in remote sensing and geoinformatics techniques and applications. At the same time, a selection of one out of six profiles allows for a specialisation according to each student's interests. Lab rotations in the third semester allow students detailed insights into the scientific work of self-selected research groups at KIT. Furthermore, these lab rotations help students gain hands-on research experience. A six-month MSc thesis is completed in the fourth semester. Successful students are awarded the degree Master of Science (MSc) in Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics. The programme language is English. Selected supplementary courses in other languages may be chosen from other KIT programmes to complement the desired profiles of the students.
The goal of this MSc programme is to convey the ability to independently apply scientific knowledge and methods to evaluate and solve complex scientific and social problems. To this end, a mixture of basic skills and advanced methods and applications make up the programme.
The total number of credit points (CP) is 120. They are distributed over the different courses as follows:
Students can choose from six profiles of combinations of two of the following topics areas:
EUCOR – The European Campus: Students can participate in lectures held at four other universities located along the Rhine river.
Approx. 200 EUR per semester
Approx. 900 to 1,100 EUR per month
Admission requirements to the Master's degree programme in Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics are:
It is possible to find part-time employment, e.g. as a scientific assistant at KIT.
Accommodation is available in student residences, organised by the "Studierendenwerk" in Karlsruhe: https://www.sw-ka.de/en/wohnen/wohnheime_ka/.
Additionally, students can find accommodation on the free market in individual flats or flat shares. The KIT international Office has more information: https://www.kit.edu/study/living-and-learning-in-karlsruhe.php.
KIT has a professional career service.
https://www.careerservice.kit.edu/en/
The International Students' Office offers advice and support to all international students, and KIT's Welcome Hub for Internationals also supports international students.
The department has its own international officer.
Special counselling for students with disabilities: https://www.studiumundbehinderung.kit.edu/index.php.
KIT has a family portal for students with children and/or who are caring for family: https://www.familienportal.kit.edu/index.php.
Special counselling for refugees: https://www.intl.kit.edu/11513.php.
To activate the map, click on the "Show map" button. We would like to point out that data will be transmitted to OpenStreetMap after activation. You can find out more in our privacy policy. You can revoke your consent to the transmission of data at any time.
