"Geography is the subject which holds the key to our future" — Michael Palin
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The course Integrated International Projectwork received second place in the ENLIGHT Teaching & Learning Awards at the ENLIGHT conference in Uppsala, Sweden. This course from the Master's programme in Geography and Geomatics offers students a unique learning experience through an international research trip. Students work in multidisciplinary teams on current societal and ecological challenges. They design their own research project, conduct fieldwork in collaboration with local and international partners, and present their findings in a conference setting. Students describe the course as "a once-in-a-lifetime experience" and "the best part of their education".
| 09-09-2025 | Tianchen Zheng successfully defended her PhD |
| 09-09-2025 | Xucai Zhang successfully defended his PhD |
Events
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Jun 3GeoAI 2026 – 1st International Conference on Geospatial Artificial Intelligence
Muziekcentrum De Bijloke; Bijlokekaai 7, 9000 Gent
Interested in studying Geography and Geomatics?
Watch our videos on the different topics that are covered, and what the training looks like. You will also find info on our info days and open days.
An extensive track record
In-depth quality research in a wide range of geographical disciplines.
Bachelor of Science in Geography and Geomatics/Master of Science in Geography and Geomatics.
Research projects at various funding bodies at local, regional, national, European and international levels.
High-quality scientific output: several PhDs every year, a large number of international papers published in highly cited journals, and more.
Contributing at other courses, co-organising specific teacher training in geography and postgraduate training in hydrography.
Training with a future: a wide range of jobs due to increasing awareness of climate issues and sustainable development.
CSC PhD applicants
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Candidates who want to apply for a 4 year CSC grant and make a Ghent University PhD at the department of geography have to fill in this form. Google account (free) required.
Information for PhD candidates (other than CSC applicants)
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Important information for students (other than CSC) who want to make a Ghent University PhD at the Department of Geography.
