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269. MSCGI – MSc (Geoinformatics)
  1. M.Sc. (Geoinformatics) – MSCGI

Programme Details

Particulars

Details

Programme Type

Degree

Mode of Learning

Open Distance Learning

School

School of Sciences

Specialization

Geoinformatics

Medium of Instruction

English

Programme Duration

Minimum Duration: 24 Months
Maximum Duration: 48 Months

Eligibility

Candidates seeking admission to the programme must fulfil any one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Graduation in:
    • Science
    • Engineering
    • Technology
    • Architecture
    • Planning
    • Computer Application
    • Information Technology
    • Medical and Allied Fields
    • Commerce
    • Business Administration
    • Management

OR

  • Graduation with any of the following subjects as one of the disciplines:
    • Geography
    • Mathematics
    • Statistics
    • Economics
    • Anthropology
    • Archaeology

from a recognised university.

Fee Structure

  • Programme Fee: Rs. 15,700/- per year
  • Registration Fee and Development Fee will be charged separately as applicable.

Programme Coordinators

Prof. Benidhar Deshmukh

  • Phone: 011-29571677
  • Email: bdeshmukh@ignou.ac.in

Prof. Meenal Mishra

  • Phone: 011-29571676
  • Email: meenalmishra@ignou.ac.in

Course Structure

Semester 1

Course Code

Course Title

Credits

MGY-101

Introduction to Geoinformatics

6

MGY-102

Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation

4

MGY-103

Global Navigation Satellite System and Geographic Information System

4

MGYL-104

Geoinformatics Laboratory

6

Semester 2

Course Code

Course Title

Credits

MGY-005

Techniques in Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing

6

MGY-006

Spatial Analysis and Modelling

4

MGY-007

Applications of Geoinformatics

4

MGYL-008

Digital Image Processing and Spatial Analysis Laboratory

6

Semester 3

Course Code

Course Title

Credits

MGY-009

Advances in Remote Sensing and GIS

4

MGY-010

Computer Programming for Digital Image Processing and GIS

6

MGY-011

Geo-environmental Applications of Geoinformatics

4

MGYL-012

Advanced Geoinformatics Laboratory

6

Semester 4

Course Code

Course Title

Credits

MGYE-021

Emerging Applications of Geoinformatics

4

MGY-013

Research Methodology and Professional Skills in Geoinformatics

4

MGY-014

Geoinformatics in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies

4

MGYP-031

Dissertation / Project Work

8

MGYE-041

Geoinformatics in Urban Development and Planning

4

MGYE-042

Geoinformatics in Disaster Studies

4

Total Credits

The programme consists of a total of 74 credits.