Programme description

The Spatial E-Planning programme was established based on the long teaching and research experience of the JU Institute of Geography and Spatial Management and the best international models. It was created for individuals who would like to engage in spatial planning in the future based on the newest geoinformatics technologies and following the principles of sustainable development, taking into account the area’s local natural and social conditions. The programme is designed for graduates of first-cycle studies in natural, social, and technical sciences at Polish and foreign universities. They combine a deep knowledge and skills in spatial planning and shaping of the environment with learning about modern tools and geographical information technologies in spatial planning (geographical information systems, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geovisualization).

Information regarding Faculty

The Faculty of Geography and Geology was established in 2017. It is one of the youngest faculties at the oldest Polish university, which, drawing on tradition, uses modern solutions. It was granted the category A by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Programmes conducted at the Faculty have been leading in rankings prepared by the Education Foundation “Perspektywy” for many years.

Research conducted by the scientists from the Faculty of Geography and Geology uses the potential of geographic and geological sciences by addressing the current problems, dilemmas of our civilisation, and the needs of the modern human. The areas of interest of research projects are, i.e. the human impact on the environment, artificial intelligence, sustainable development, or the study of Mars.

The Faculty of Geography and Geology is located at the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival. The Faculty consists of two institutes: the Institute of Geography and Spatial Management and the Institute of Geological Sciences. Classes are taught in the Faculty’s buildings using cutting-edge research and didactic infrastructure (i.e., specialised labs and analysis equipment labs)  and in the form of field activities in Poland and abroad.

Rankings, distinctions, accreditations

• 'Studies with future' ('Studia z przyszłością') certificate for the Spatial E-Planning programme obtained in 2016
• Scientific category A in the main discipline of Social and Economic Geography and Spatial Management awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science

Curriculum overview

In the programme curriculum, you may find information about the subjects you will attend while studying this programme. The programme indicates which subjects are scheduled for each semester of the studies, which are mandatory, which belong to the group of elective subjects (so-called optional subjects), which of them end with an exam, and which do not. Each subject in such a programme curriculum has its syllabus, which is a description of what students learn within the scope of that subject.

Student’s life

Time spent at the university is not all about education and class participation; it is also an excellent opportunity to develop hobbies and interests. Many research societies and student organizations operate at the Jagiellonian University, including faculty- and university-wide ones. These societies allow students to spend their free time actively, gain knowledge, develop their talents, participate in engaging, unconventional projects, go on research and team-building trips, participate in conferences, and meet fellow students outside the lecture halls.

Students interested in the international dimension of studying can participate in a wide variety of exchange programmes, such as Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Utrecht Network, bilateral exchange programmes, European university Una Europa, or the domestic mobility programme called MOST.

More than just studies

• Student Government of the Faculty of Geography and Geology

Admission to studies

Admission to study programmes at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System: irk.uj.edu.pl. If you have any questions related to admission, please contact the Admissions Office directly or visit the websites: welcome.uj.edu.pl and irk.uj.edu.pl.

Detailed information about admission to this study programme, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents are available on the Online Application System (IRK): irk.uj.edu.pl

Transfer from other university or study programme

Transfer from another university, including a foreign one, or change of study programme within the University is possible with the dean's consent after completing the first year of studies and fulfilling additional requirements established by the Faculty Council. For inquiries regarding transfer, please contact the unit responsible for the specific study programme directly.

Graduates

Graduates in the Spatial E-Planning field of study can analyse environmental and socio-economic data necessary in making spatial decisions and use geoinformatics tools for spatial management. As a result, they can be employed in companies, institutions, and public administration bodies concerned with land management, spatial planning, location decisions, environmental education, local and regional development, revitalisation projects, cultural and natural heritage protection, analysis of the natural and socio-economic spatial data, environmental monitoring and shaping, organisation and management of tourism.

Further education possibilities

• Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences
• Post diploma programmes
• Other second-cycle programme

Contact

The study programme is conducted at the Institute of Geography and Spatial Management, a unit of the Faculty of Geography and Geology. The Institute is located in the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival, so-called the Third Campus, in Kraków’s district – Ruczaj. For more information, please contact:

sekretariat@geo.uj.edu.pl

ul. Gronostajowa 7
30-387 Kraków, Poland
Phone: (+48) 12 664 52 50

geo.uj.edu.pl
wgig.uj.edu.pl

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