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Geomatics represents a branch of engineering that is increasingly present in our daily activities. According to the Oxford Dictionary, Geomatics Engineering is defined as: “ The mathematics of the earth; the science of the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, especially instrumental data, relating to the earth's surface.” A more precise definition would be the following: Geomatics Engineering integrates the acquisition, modelling, analysis, and management of geographically (spatially) referenced data, i.e. data identified with respect to a geographic location.

Thus, Geomatics Engineering is an interdisciplinary science that offers young people an engineering degree with diverse options for a promising career.

Did you know that Geomatics Engineering plays a key role in:

• Studying the mathematical and physical characteristics of our planet,
• Production of dynamic and static maps and atlas,
• Natural risk management and evaluation of environmental changes,
• Management of fleets: aeroplanes, ships, cars, etc. ?

For these and other tasks, Geomatics Engineers implement sophisticated methods using high-tech tools that have a well-established tradition.

At the EPFL, two laboratories focus on teaching and research in Geomatics:

• Laboratory of Geodetic Engineering (TOPO), directed by Prof Bertrand Merminod,
• Laboratory of Geographical Information Systems (LaSIG), directed by Prof François Golay.

• Laboratory of Photogrammetry (PHOT) was directed by Prof Otto Koelbl until 2005.

We invite you to discover your potential future with us, within the field of Geomatics Engineering at the EPFL. We can offer a solid foundation for any career path, either as a professional Geomatics Engineer in the private sector or in the research community.