BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS)
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM & APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
(R2/0532/6/0003)(08/31)(MQA/FA4538)

Faculty of Asia Built Environment

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The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Application Development equips students with strong theoretical foundations and practical skills in geospatial technologies, cloud-based spatial analysis, and location-based application development to address real-world challenges across multiple sectors. The programme integrates geographic science, spatial data analytics, remote sensing, and application development to support informed decision-making in an increasingly data-driven digital environment.

GIS enables the capture, management, analysis, and visualisation of spatial data to reveal meaningful patterns, relationships, and trends. Students learn to transform complex geospatial datasets into actionable insights using digital maps, spatial databases, analytical models, and cloud-computing platforms. These competencies are highly demanded in fields such as environmental and geohazard management, urban and regional planning, disaster risk reduction, natural resource management, infrastructure and utilities, agriculture, public health, and smart city development.

The programme emphasises hands-on, industry-relevant learning using ArcGIS, QGIS, Python-based geospatial libraries, and Google Earth Engine (GEE). Through practical labs, fieldwork, and project-based learning, graduates develop job-ready skills for geospatial analysis, application development, and advanced spatial problem-solving, preparing them for professional careers or further postgraduate studies.

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First Year


  • Mathematics for GIS
  • Introduction to Geographic Information System
  • Engineering Survey for GIS
  • Geographic Study
  • Cartography
  • Fundamental of Programming
  • Survey and Mapping
  • Introduction to Spatial Statistics
  • Introduction to Database

Second Year


  • Advanced GIS
  • Cadastral Studies
  • Digital Image Processing
  • Principles of Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing
  • Advanced Programming
  • Geo-Data Analytics I
  • GIS and RS Application
  • Geospatial Infrastructure
  • Geo-Data Analytics II
  • Spatial Data Management
  • Undergraduate Project I

Third Year


  • Project Management for GIS
  • System Analysis and Design
  • Spatial Algorithms and Applications
  • DTM for GIS
  • Undergraduate Project II
  • Underground Utility Detection Survey
  • Land Laws and Survey Regulations
  • Geospatial Survey Camp
  • Web-based GIS
  • Industrial Training

Local Admission


i. Pass STPM or an equivalent qualification with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in 2 subjects; and pass mathematics in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM); OR
ii. Pass Advanced Diploma MQF level 5 with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 or equivalent and pass mathematics in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM); OR
iii. Pass STAM with a minimum rank of Maqbul and pass mathematics Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM); OR
iv. Pass Foundation/Matriculation program in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and pass mathematics in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM); OR
v. Pass Diploma (MQF Level 4) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
vi. Pass Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) in related fields with a minimum of one semester Bridging Program conducted concurrently by UGM
vii. Pass Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Access (APEL A – T6)

International Admission


The English Language Entry Requirement for International Student at University of GEOMATIKA Malaysia are as follows:

Achieve minimum Band 3.5 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR any English competency test aligned with Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)(High B1)

** For students who do not have the above English Qualification, they must undergo Geomatika’s English Program

Employment opportunities are available as per the following :


  • Geospatial Officer
  • Cartographer
  • Geospatial Database Administrator
  • Geospatial Engineer
  • GIS/Remote Sensing Project Manager
  • GIS Programmer/Application Developer
  • GIS/Remote Sensing Researcher
  • GIS System Analyst
  • GIS/Remote Sensing Project Consultant
  • GIS/Remote Sensing Manager
  • Spatial Data Scientist

Why Study at Universiti Geomatika Malaysia for
Bachelor of Science in GIS and Application Development

Bsc (Hons) GIS & Application Development | Geomatika