Spatial Systems & Society

Universiteit Twente

Natural disasters, poverty, food shortages, epidemics, and climate change: learn to tackle society’s complex challenges through urban planning, socio-economic insights and spatial data.

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Academic master

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Course

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Description

Climate change, poverty, natural disasters, food shortages and epidemics - all major, complex issues with no simple solution. These so-called wicked problems call for smart, socially engaged engineers who use technology to create real, sustainable impact. In this Master’s, you learn how to use geographic information systems (GIS) to contribute to a better world. You will combine technical skills with knowledge of social, economic and cultural contexts, and map the interests of different stakeholders to develop creative, practical solutions to complex challenges. You will learn to look beyond standard models, redefine problems, and work together on projects tackling urban development, food security and climate adaptation. After graduation, you can work at organisations in fields like water management, infrastructure, renewable energy, environmental remote sensing, or agriculture and nature conservation.