Master of Science in Geomatics and Geospatial Information Science - Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, Kenya

Course MSc in Geomatics and Geospatial Information Science
Full Course Name Master of Science in Geomatics and Geospatial Information Science
Subject
University Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Country Kenya
Offered At
Qualification Masters
Mode of Study Full time
Part time

Course Entry/Admission Requirements for MSc in Geomatics and Geospatial Information Science at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

  • A holder of at least a second-Class Honors (upper division), Bachelor Degree from DeKUT in spatial information based or related specialization or from any other institution recognized by the university senate as being of equivalent academic status.

OR

  • A holder of a second class honors (lower division) ,Bachelor of Science Degree from DeKUT in a spatial information based or related specialization or of any other institution which is recognized by the university senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition has had either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with Bachelor Degree or a postgraduate Diploma in the relevant fields as recognized by the university Senate

 

Duration of Study

2 years

Additional Info

  • Masters in Geospatial & Mapping Sciences focuses on understanding the theory and practice of geospatial data collection, land and hydrographic surveying, data and information quality, applications of survey information, and research and development in the field of geomatics. Geographical information systems, or GIS, focuses on improving existing technologies as well as developing new ones in order to collect, analyze, distribute, interpret, transform and visualize data about the surface of the earth and its geography. A good knowledge of informatics is required in order to succeed in programmes in geographical information systems. Specialized computer software is used to display detailed data about the earth's surface. Geographical information systems degrees gather elements from other disciplines like geography, computer sciences, earth sciences, physics and sustainable development.
  • Geographical information systems programmes offer knowledge on spatial analysis of geographical information systems, advanced Python scripting, cartographic design and visualization, web mapping, space imagery and processing

How to Apply for Admission

Undergraduate Application

  1. Two copies of this form should be completed and returned to the Registrar Academic Affairs & Research, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, Private Bag, Dedan Kimathi-10143, Nyeri.
  2. Attach two colored passport size photographs to the application forms.
  3. This form should be typed or completed in BLOCK LETTERS.
  4. Application fee charges are as follows:
    • KShs 500.00 for Diploma/ Certificate/ Professional Courses
    • KShs 1,000.00 for Degree Courses.
  5. The applicant should deposit the application fee in one of the banks listed below and remember to get from the bank the pay-in slip and attach to the application form before submitting to the University:

i. Standard Chartered Bank (K) LTD, Account Number: 0102045131203, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:02; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: SCBLKENX)
ii. Consolidated Bank, Account Number: 0120025172901, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:23; Branch Code: 007; Swift Code: CONK KENA)
iii. Kenya Commercial Bank, Account Number: 1121318274, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:01; Branch Code: 112; Swift Code: KCBLKENX) Serial Number Affix a recent photograph here
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iv. Equity Bank, Account Number: 1150297300480, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:68; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: EQBLKENA)
v. Family Bank, Account Number: 055000028807, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:70; Branch Code: 055; Swift Code: FABLKENA)

Postgraduate Application

  1. Four copies of this form should be completed and returned to: The Dean, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology and PRIVATE BAG, DEDAN KIMATHI-10143, NYERI.
  2. Attach four colored passport size photographs to the application forms.
  3. This form should be typed or completed in BLOCK LETTERS.
  4. Application fee for Masters Programmes: KShs 1,500. 00
  5. Application fee for Post Graduate Diploma Programmmes: KShs. 1,500.00
  6. Application fee for Doctorate Programmes: KShs. 3,000.00
  7. The applicant should deposit the application fee in one of the banks listed below and remember to get from the bank the pay-in slip and attach to the application form before submitting to the University:

i. Standard Chartered Bank (K) LTD, Account Number: 0102045131203, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:02; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: SCBLKENX)
ii. Consolidated Bank, Account Number: 0120025172901, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:23; Branch Code: 007; Swift Code: CONK KENA)
iii. Kenya Commercial Bank, Account Number: 1121318274, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:01; Branch Code: 112; Swift Code: KCBLKENX)
iv. Equity Bank, Account Number: 1150297300480, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:68; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: EQBLKENA)
v. Family Bank, Account Number: 055000028807, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:70; Branch Code: 055; Swift Code: FABLKENA)

Click on the following links to download the application forms:

Online Application

To apply, visit the following link. This system handles all online applications for:

  • Diploma & Certificate Programmes
  • Undergraduate Programmes
  • Postgraduate Programmes

Undergraduate Application

  1. Two copies of this form should be completed and returned to the Registrar Academic Affairs & Research, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, Private Bag, Dedan Kimathi-10143, Nyeri.
  2. Attach two colored passport size photographs to the application forms.
  3. This form should be typed or completed in BLOCK LETTERS.
  4. Application fee charges are as follows:
    • KShs 500.00 for Diploma/ Certificate/ Professional Courses
    • KShs 1,000.00 for Degree Courses.
  5. The applicant should deposit the application fee in one of the banks listed below and remember to get from the bank the pay-in slip and attach to the application form before submitting to the University:

i. Standard Chartered Bank (K) LTD, Account Number: 0102045131203, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:02; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: SCBLKENX)
ii. Consolidated Bank, Account Number: 0120025172901, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:23; Branch Code: 007; Swift Code: CONK KENA)
iii. Kenya Commercial Bank, Account Number: 1121318274, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:01; Branch Code: 112; Swift Code: KCBLKENX) Serial Number Affix a recent photograph here
DeKUT is ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Better Life Through Technology Page 2
iv. Equity Bank, Account Number: 1150297300480, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:68; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: EQBLKENA)
v. Family Bank, Account Number: 055000028807, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:70; Branch Code: 055; Swift Code: FABLKENA)

Postgraduate Application

  1. Four copies of this form should be completed and returned to: The Dean, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology and PRIVATE BAG, DEDAN KIMATHI-10143, NYERI.
  2. Attach four colored passport size photographs to the application forms.
  3. This form should be typed or completed in BLOCK LETTERS.
  4. Application fee for Masters Programmes: KShs 1,500. 00
  5. Application fee for Post Graduate Diploma Programmmes: KShs. 1,500.00
  6. Application fee for Doctorate Programmes: KShs. 3,000.00
  7. The applicant should deposit the application fee in one of the banks listed below and remember to get from the bank the pay-in slip and attach to the application form before submitting to the University:

i. Standard Chartered Bank (K) LTD, Account Number: 0102045131203, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:02; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: SCBLKENX)
ii. Consolidated Bank, Account Number: 0120025172901, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:23; Branch Code: 007; Swift Code: CONK KENA)
iii. Kenya Commercial Bank, Account Number: 1121318274, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:01; Branch Code: 112; Swift Code: KCBLKENX)
iv. Equity Bank, Account Number: 1150297300480, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:68; Branch Code: 011; Swift Code: EQBLKENA)
v. Family Bank, Account Number: 055000028807, Nyeri Branch (Bank Code:70; Branch Code: 055; Swift Code: FABLKENA)

Click on the following links to download the application forms:

Online Application

To apply, visit the following link. This system handles all online applications for:

  • Diploma & Certificate Programmes
  • Undergraduate Programmes
  • Postgraduate Programmes

Contact Details:

DeKUT Nairobi Campus Physical Location and address

Location - Pension towers, 12 Loita street (2nd , 9th and 13th Floors) Main offices are in 9th Floor

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Private Bag – 10143, Dedan Kimathi

Email address - directornairobi@dkut.ac.ke 

Telephone – 0710127516
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