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Master’s Program Geodesy & Geoinformation

A science discipline that changes our view of the world

In-depth study of fundamentals (12 ECTS)

Parameter Estimation, Seminars

Specialization subjects (44 – 54 ECTS)

Space Geodesy, Advanced Engineering Geodesy, Applied Geoinformation, Gravity Field and Earth Rotation, Microwave Remote Sensing, Advanced Photogrammetry, Liegenschaft und Kataster, Earth Observation, Statistical Pattern Recognition, Climate and Environmental Remote Sensing, Geoinformation Theory, Theoretical Cartography, Applied Cartography, Recht und Wirtschaft

Broadening subjects (15 – 25 ECTS)

Geo-Data and Data Processing, Navigation
and Space, Areal and Kinematic Measurement
Methods in Engineering Geodesy, Environmental Geophysics, Environment, Supplementary Mathematics, Supplementary Specialization

Transferable skills, elective courses (9 ECTS)

Master Thesis (30 ECTS)

Curriculum

The curriculum and course catalog will help you familiarize yourself with the Master’s program in Geodesy and Geoinformation.

For legal reasons, this curriculum is only available in German.

Curriculum

Course catalog

Timetable

Here you can find a possible version of the timetable for each semester. However, please note: this timetable changes every year and sometimes even during the semester. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its accuracy.

Timetable

research units

The research units represent key areas of geospatial science. Each unit focuses on a distinct methodological or thematic domain, for example, satellite-based Earth observation, spatial data analysis, mapping and visualization, or the study of geophysical processes, while collectively contributing to an interdisciplinary understanding of the Earth system.

Together, they provide both fundamental research and applied solutions, addressing challenges like climate change, environmental monitoring, and spatial data interpretation through advanced technologies and integrated approaches.

Remote Sensing

Remote sensing is the science of gathering information about distant objects with sensors mounted on spaceborne or airborne platforms. Our research group deals mainly with the use of earth observation satellites for the retrieval of geophysical variables over land. We have specialized in the use of active microwave sensors for global monitoring of soil moisture, flooding, vegetation, and other land surface variables. We are capable of working with Petabyte-scale data sets at global scale, analysing and interpreting the data with a combination of physical models and AI techniques.

Geoinformation

Geoinformation focuses on the acquisition, management, and analysis of spatial data to understand processes on the Earth’s surface. Our research unit develops methods that integrate satellite, airborne, and in-situ data for applications in environmental monitoring, urban development, and disaster management. We work with large-scale geospatial datasets, applying advanced computational tools and AI techniques to extract meaningful insights and provide innovative geoinformation solutions.

Geophysics

Geophysics investigates the physical properties and dynamic processes of the Earth’s interior and surface. Our research unit develops and applies geophysical methods—such as seismology, gravimetry, and electromagnetic techniques—to study tectonics, natural hazards, and subsurface structures. By integrating field measurements, remote sensing data, and numerical modelling, we analyse geodynamic processes and improve our understanding of Earth systems, supporting applications in hazard assessment and sustainable resource management.

Higher Geodesy

Higher Geodesy deals with the figure of the Earth, its gravity field, Earth orientation in space, and monitoring of global dynamic processes like plate tectonics and sea level variations. It makes use of space geodetic techniques and measurements at the Earth surface. Higher Geodesy plays a key role in improving our understanding of the complex Earth system and provides accurate and stable reference frames that are fundamental to any kind of positioning on Earth and in Space as well as to the observation of Global Change.

Engineering Geodesy

Engineering geodesy is the discipline of reality capture, setting-out and monitoring of local and regional geometry-related phenomena paying particular attention to quality assessment, sensor systems and reference frames. At TU Wien, we embody this definition by conducting research into spatially continuous methods for structural monitoring, developing kinematic measurement and analysis techniques based on robotic platforms, and carrying out industrial surveying. All these research areas are covered by our Master’s courses, too.

Cartography

Cartography’s main research activities refer to fundamental and methodological issues of cartographic communication processes, such as syntactical, semantic, and pragmatic dimensions of cartographic representations. A particular technological focus is given to multimedia cartography, web mapping, and location-based services (LBS). Applied research is conducted with a strong focus on map interactivity, 3D presentations, map-based navigation support, and on the conception of online atlases.

Photogrammetry

Photogrammetry is the science and technology of extracting 3D geometric, surface, and texture information from photographs and imaging sensors. Using cameras and laser scanners – deployed via aircraft, satellites or at ground-level – we apply advanced measurement and 3D modeling techniques to ensure accurate and reliable geodata. We apply our automated 3D reconstructions in Earth observation, topography, hydrology, forestry, cultural heritage, and infrastructure management.

Climate and Environmental Remote Sensing

Climate and Environmental Remote Sensing is committed to Earth system science based on Earth observation technology for the benefit of society and the environment. We aim to address pressing issues of the Anthropocene by using satellite remote sensing technology to produce long-term datasets of various Earth system variables. Our particular focus is the observation of soil moisture and vegetation, and to use them in synergy with numerical models and artificial intelligence to conduct global-scale research on how climate change impacts water availability, vegetation growth, and fire danger.

partner universities across Europe

Students enrolled in the Department of Geodesy and Geoinformation can take advantage of a variety of mobility and exchange opportunities. The department maintains e.g. active Erasmus+ exchange agreements with many partner universities across Europe: