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Exchange - Applied Geo-Information: Naturally Geographic

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Do you think biodiversity and nature conservation is important? And do you want to learn more about how to identify nature-conservation solutions that also address other claims on our land?
Diploma
Exchange
Start date
February
Study duration
20 weeks
Language
English
Learning path
Fulltime
Location
's-Hertogenbosch

About the programme

There is a growing awareness of the importance of nature for a healthy livelihood for current and future generations. It provides us with vital resources such as food, air, water and energy. Despite these advantages, we are faced with a continuing degradation and rapid loss of our nature.

In this programme, we look at the challenges in protecting our nature, but also the opportunities that nature-based solution may offer towards a sustainable and healthy living environment. The aim is to provide insights in how we can use spatial decision models and remote sensing techniques to provide support for decision-making regarding nature policies.

As part of the programme, you will work on a number of individual assignments, and an interdisciplinary project with fellow students. In the project, you and your colleagues will work on a real-life nature conservation challenge in a selected area.

Topics covered in the course are:

  • Nature conservation and biodiversity
  • Remote Sensing
  • Spatial Decision Modelling
  • Visualizing results using dashboards

In addition, Naturally Geographic has one or more field trips to view and experience the topics in the real world.

During the programme, you are also free to select a combination of different complementary elective courses. Examples are:

  • 3D geo information/Digital Twins
  • Citizen participation
  • Virtual Reality
  • Sensor technology
  • LIDAR (point clouds)
  • Serious Gaming

The cost of approximately €400 is for one or more field trips. 

Course description Naturally Geographic

Learning goals

During the exchange programme Applied Geo-information: Naturally Geographic, students will learn how to use various analytical tools and methods to support the prioritization of nature conservation activities, and how to translate their findings into tangible information products for the end-user.

Admission requirements

  • Basic knowledge about the use of geographical information systems (GIS) is necessary. If required, teaching materials are available to update your knowledge
  • Enrolling students are able to demonstrate a high ability to work independently: they are able to make decisions and put together their own curriculum.
  • The relevance of the applicant’s background will be assessed during an intake interview with the coordinator of the course, based on a letter of motivation and CV.
  • English skills at level B2. (more information can be found via the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

How to apply as an exchange student

If you want to apply for this programme please click here for information on the procedure.

Questions about the programme?

Want to know more about exchange?

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Study at HAS

Location(s)

  • 's-Hertogenbosch

    Onderwijsboulevard 221
    5223 DE 's-Hertogenbosch

    Building HAS University
    Exterior HAS University of Applied Sciences

    's-Hertogenbosch