Scientific methods in geomatics

Education facts

Code: NGGC20

The course provides basic knowledge in scientific method and theory with a focus on geomatics. The student learns to independently formulate research questions in GIS/GIT, analyze scientific literature and discuss and critically review scientific texts. Lectures and seminars cover theoretical perspectives, steps in the research process, structure and content of scientific publications and correct reference management. Students are trained in searching for relevant literature in scientific databases, writing scientifically and opposing the work of others. The course also aims to develop the student's ability to identify their own need for further knowledge in the field.

Entry requirements

30 ECTS credits completed in the Surveying Technology and Geographic IT programme or the Surveying and Mapping programme and 4 ECTS credits completed in the course Geographic Information Systems I (7.5 ECTS credits), or equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Scientific methods in geomatics

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 9 November 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %