Geomatics Engineering

Geomatics engineers ask questions such as: How are underground petroleum reservoirs found? Can we more accurately measure climate change through technology? How are aerial images captured for land use planning?

Geomatics engineering is an information technology discipline that deals with the acquisition, modelling, analysis and management of spatial data. Geomatics is one of the fastest growing information sciences, which means the techniques and skills you’ll gain will be in high demand within a wide range of real world work environments. During the course of your studies, much of your learning will occur in class, during tutorials, and through working on advanced-level projects.

This fully accredited program features a common first year, which consists of 10 courses in mathematics, sciences, computing, engineering principles, communications and design. These courses will provide you with a solid foundation for your engineering training and introduce you to a variety of engineering disciplines. You'll apply for admission to a specific engineering program at the end of your first year. 

Polytechnic transfer pathway
Students with an approved diploma in geomatics engineering technology can earn their BSc in Geomatics Engineering in just three years through our polytechnic transfer pathway.

Collaborative team work - Interact with your peers while learning to collaborate on projects.

Engineering Career Centre – Access engineering career advisors and gain valuable full-time paid engineering work experience through a 12-16 month placement.

Study abroad opportunities - Cultural and academic experiences at destinations around the world.

Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

Students presenting less than 12 units of academic post-secondary coursework will be considered high school applicants.

Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) courses or previously completed SAT2 subject tests are accepted.

​As a geomatics engineer, you’ll have global opportunities to work in areas such as telecommunications, oil and gas, scientific research, and more. A degree in engineering can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies or a professional degree such as law, medicine, veterinary medicine, or architecture.

1. Start your application

   On August 15, you can start your application. Begin by creating a UCalgary eID.

   Once you have created an eID, click apply now.

2. Complete your application

   Use our application guide to help you with your application.

3. Submit your application

   Submit your application and pay your $125 (Canadian education) $145 (International education) application fee.

4. Submit your required documents

   Based on your application, we'll let you know in your UCalgary Student Centre how and where to submit any required documents. Visit our documents page for more information.