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Program overview
Looking for a career in research with a great indoor/outdoor balance? Geomatics Engineering is a varied and exciting technology discipline that requires design, computational and measurement skills utilized through field work, lab experiments and computer modeling. Geomatics Engineers get to solve an engaging variety of problems in applications ranging from satellite positioning to environmental monitoring with a common attribute: spatial location. Our world-renowned Department of Geomatics Engineering offers such opportunities through the research-oriented Geomatics Engineering (PhD Thesis) program for graduate students who want to pursue a research career in academia, industry or government.
Completing this program
- Courses: Topics may include physical geodesy, GNSS theory and applications, Earth observation for the environment, geocomputation and more.
- Candidacy: Students will complete a Thesis Proposal, Written Exam and the Field of Study (FoS) Oral Examination.
- Professional Development Seminar: Students take a professional development course on communication styles, presentation skills and more.
- Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend original research at a high level and represent a distinct advance in knowledge on the subject.
Specializations
- Positioning, Navigation and Wireless Location
- Geodesy, Remote Sensing and Earth Observation
- Digital Imaging Systems
- GIScience and Land Tenure
- Energy and Environmental Systems (Interdisciplinary)
- Environmental Engineering (Interdisciplinary)
Outcomes
Industry, government agencies, space agencies, research institutions and academia related to the following sectors: land and industrial surveying, mapping, land tenure, navigation, location services, aerospace, internet of things, environment and hazards, energy and natural resources, agriculture, biomedical, civil, mining, transportation, robotics, automotive, electronics, computer software.
A PhD in geomatics engineering is usually considered a final degree.
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Accepting InquiriesHigh-Precision GNSS and GNSS/INS Integration -
Accepting InquiriesTerrestrial laser scanning, 3D range imaging, Dual fluoroscopic imaging -
Accepting InquiriesGlobal Navigation Satellite Systems, Wireless Location -
UnavailableGeodesy and Earth Observation -
Accepting Inquiries -
Accepting InquiriesLiDAR, 3D -
Accepting InquiriesGeoAI, Spatial Data Mining, Smart Cities, Location-based Social Networks -
Seeking StudentsHigh precision navigation , High-definition mapping , Autonomous driving
Admission requirements
GPA
A minimum of 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 point system
Minimum education
An MSc degree or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Work samples
Successfully complete a written field of study examination and an oral examination on the thesis proposal. See Geomatics Engineering Doctoral Candidacy Requirements for more information.
Documents
- A C.V.
- A Statement of Purpose
Reference letters
Two
Test scores
None
English language proficiency (ELP)
An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT including TOEFL iBT Home Edition) minimum score of 86 (Internet-based, with no section less than 20).
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (with no section less than 6.0).
- Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency minimum score of 180.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 59 or higher
- Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL) overall score of 70 (no section less than 60).
- Academic Communication Certificate (ACC) minimum of B+ in each course.
- Duolingo English Test obtaining a minimum score of 125 (with no sub-score below 105). (temporary until Fall 2024 intake)
Deadlines
For admission on September 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Jul. 1 application deadline
- International students: Mar. 1 application deadline
For admission on January 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Nov. 1 application deadline
- International students: Jul. 1 application deadline
For admission on May 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Mar. 1 application deadline
- International students: Nov. 1 application deadline
For admission on July 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: May 1 application deadline
- International students: Jan. 1 application deadline
If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements
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