Geodesy and Geoinformatics, Specialisation in Navigation and Field Robotics (Master of Science)

Leibniz University Hannover

Germany, Hannover

University Rank:#433

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Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 433 / per-semester

Apply DateJuly 5, 2026

Next IntakeMarch 4, 2027

Geodesy and Geoinformatics, Specialisation in Navigation and Field Robotics (Master of Science)

About

Automated and autonomous systems have become part of our lives: examples of helpers in the home and garden include robot vacuum cleaners and robotic lawn mowers, while automated vehicle systems provide services such as traffic jam, lane, braking and intersection assistants. They are also used in the construction industry involving the control of construction machines and agriculture in the form of precision farming. Current developments focus on autonomous driving and the use of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles). Field robots must operate in the complex real world, i.e. outside laboratory or factory settings, in a safe, targeted manner. The successful technical development of such systems therefore requires sensing skills for positioning, navigation and environmental sensing. In addition, concepts for storing and structuring huge volumes of data from sensors are required, as well as the ability to evaluate and interpret this data using innovative filtering and AI methods. The specialisation in Navigation and Field Roboticsâ€ teaches these skills, placing an emphasis on environment scanning and modelling. This interdisciplinary programme combines aspects of geodesy (sensors, navigation, environmental sensing, evaluation methods, cartographic communication) with robotics technologies.

Besides meeting the formal requirements governing application and enrolment, students of Navigation and Field Robotics should be interested in subject-specific and research-oriented interrelations. The ideal students are also open to new lines of scientific enquiry, creative, open to criticism and responsible-minded. A sound knowledge of engineering, mathematics and programming is a prerequisite.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

An undergraduate degree in a related field of study, such as

Geodesy and Geoinformatics (Bachelor of Science)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (Bachelor of Science)
Power Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Computer Science (Bachelor of Science)
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Mechatronics (Bachelor of Science)
Sustainable Engineering (Bachelor of Science)
Nanotechnology (Bachelor of Science)
Production and Logistics (Bachelor of Science)
Computer Engineering (Bachelor of Science)

For master's degree programmes with unrestricted admission, all applicants who fulfil the admission requirements will be admitted a university place. The exact admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations:

Admission and special language Regulations Degree Programme Geodesy and Geoinformatics
Admission and special language Regulations Degree Programme Geodesy and Geoinformatics - English translation

Application Deadlines

First-year students from Germany and the EU

June 1st July 15th of the year for the winter semester
December 1st January 15th of the year for the summer semester

First-year students from non-EU countries

April 15th May 31st of the year for the winter semester
October 15th November 30th of the previous year for the summer semester

Students resuming their studies and transfer students from Germany and the EU (application in a higher semester)

June 1st July 15th of the year for the winter semester
December 1st January 15th of the year for the summer semester

Students resuming their studies and transfer students from non-EU countries (application in a higher semester)

April 15th May 31st of the year for the winter semester
October 15th November 30th of the previous year for the summer semester

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English Program Requirements

German HZB: none International application: German C1

Career

Graduates of the degree programme in Navigation and Field Robotics are well equipped to work in general and mobile automation technology. The knowledge students acquire in the Masters degree programme is highly sought after, e.g. in the building and construction industry, in transport and logistics, and in agriculture and forestry. The degree also offers excellent opportunities in the context of autonomous navigation. Relevant career opportunities are in growing, forward-looking markets, all of which have a large demand for highly qualified experts.

Graduates of the degree programme in Navigation and Field Robotics are well equipped to work in general and mobile automation technology. The knowledge students acquire in the Masters degree programme is highly sought after e.g. in the building and construction industry in transport and logistics and in agriculture and forestry. The degree also offers excellent opportunities in the context of autonomous navigation. Relevant career opportunities are in growing forward-looking markets all of which have a large demand for highly qualified experts.

Fee Information

How to Apply

You can use our online application portal to enrol any time between 1 June and 30 September. To be able to do this, you will need a qualification for admission to higher education. At the end of the online application, you will automatically be forwarded to a cover letter (the so-called application for enrollment). Sign this application for enrollment (handwritten or digital) and put it together with the required documents into one PDF document, which you can then upload using the upload link provided. The required documents include your qualification for admission to higher education (e.g. Abitur) and any other supporting documents such as practical training certificates or evidence of language proficiency. We also need proof of your health insurance and evidence that you have paid the semester fee. At the end of the online application, all required documents are listed and must be uploaded as a scan of the original documents by September 30th, 11:59 p.m. Please do not forget to upload your photo for the LeibnizCard . You can find information on this in the application for enrollment at the end of the online application. In September, you will receive your enrolment documents, an invitation to the welcome event for new students and information about any preparatory courses that may be offered. Please note that some degree programmes offer preparatory courses well before term starts.

Geodesy and Geoinformatics, Specialisation in Navigation and Field Robotics (Master of Science)

Leibniz University Hannover

Germany, Hannover

Go to Official Website