Overview
The Cartography, Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing PhD programme from Masaryk University aims at the master graduates of geoinformatics and cartography but also at graduates of related disciplines like informatics or cognitive psychology from the Czech Republic and the whole Central European region.
The postgraduate study further develops theoretical as well as methodological skills focused on the particular scientific area of interest. Students regularly participate in ongoing projects both national ( (GAČR; TAČR Éta, Zéta; NAKI etc) and internationally based (H2020, Interreg etc).
Students also regularly cooperate with the commercial sector and further develop their communication, presentation, and teamwork skills. Graduates of the program should be prepared primarily for further scientific careers in academic and research institutions, but also for potential employment in the private sector.Career opportunities:
The graduates are able to cooperate both on the national and international level. They can apply the acquired qualification as leaders and senior scientist especially in following institutions:
- academic and research institutions focused on cartography and geoinformatics (CzechGlobe, Geonika), cognitive sciences (Academy of Science).
- commercial sector - research and development as well as project management in applied research.
- management of science and project development.
- state and ministry institutes (public administration bodies) at all levels of organisation (local, regional, country).
Graduates can generally address conceptual questions, scientific and organisational activities, and also teaching and transferring the experience knowledge.
Programme Structure
After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:- Analyse, critically evaluate, and present the state of the art of particular problem within cartography, geoinformatics, and remote sensing.
- Master the theoretical and methodological basics of scientific work in the given field
- Master the basics of project planning including research structure, methodology and time management. Apply the theoretical knowledge and prepare a real project.
- Work in the a team together with younger colleagues or pre-gradual students.
- Actively use the scientific English of the given field in spoken and written forms and present the scientific results.
- Master the ethical and intellectual property right principles.
- Publish the scientific results in international scientific journals.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
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Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 4 other PhDs in Geography in Czech RepublicAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
The admission interview is usually in an online form and consists of two parts:
- expert interview – checking expertise background and motivation (max. 70 points),
- Language part – check of communication skills in English, interview and expert discussion is in English (max. 30 points)
Tuition Fee
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3000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3000 EUR per year during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
3000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3000 EUR per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Brno
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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