BS Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (RS & GIS) is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that integrates the principles of remote sensing technologies with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications. Remote sensing refers to the process of acquiring information about the Earth's surface from a distance, typically using satellite, aerial, or drone-mounted sensors. GIS, on the other hand, involves the storage, analysis, and visualization of spatial data for a wide range of applications. To stay abreast of emerging technologies and evolving global demands, this program is designed for students with interests in environmental management, information technology, surveying, agriculture, forestry, business management, archaeology, military sciences, and geography. The curriculum includes training in the use of key software platforms such as ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine, Python, and QGIS. Additionally, students will develop proficiency in Global Positioning Systems (GPS), satellite and aerial imagery analysis, and other spatial technologies.

Graduates of this program will possess a strong theoretical understanding of remote sensing and GIS, coupled with practical experience that positions them competitively in the job market. The skill set acquired through this degree opens up diverse career opportunities across the public and private sectors.

Admission Requirments

Applicants must meet one of the following eligibility conditions:

Completion of FA/F.Sc Part-I with a minimum of 55% marks, OR A-Levels in three main subjects (excluding subsidiary subjects) with a minimum Grade C, along with an equivalence certificate, OR completion of Grade 12 with a minimum Grade C, also supported by an equivalence certificate.
All candidates are required to appear for an interview as part of the admission process.

Road Map

Semester 1

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
1	GEOG 102	Introduction to Cartographic Methods	3 (2+1)	Major
2	ENV111	Introduction to Environmental Issues	3 (3+0)	Interdisciplinary
3	—	Functional English	3 (3+0)	General Education
4	—	Islamic Studies / Ethics	2 (2+0)	General Education
5	—	Social Sciences	3 (3+0)	General Education
Total			14

Semester 2

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
6	GEOG 200	Introduction to Geographic Techniques	3 (2+1)	Major
7	ENV 112	Environmental Ethics	3 (3+0)	Interdisciplinary
8	—	Expository Writing	3 (3+0)	General Education
9	—	ICT	3 (3+0)	General Education
10	—	Art and Humanities	3 (3+0)	General Education
11	—	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2 (2+0)	General Education
Total			17

Semester 3

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
12	GEOG 150	Advanced Cartographic Techniques	3 (1+2)	Major
13	GEOG 401	Remote Sensing	3 (3+0)	Major
14	PHYS 101	Waves and Oscillation	3 (2+1)	Interdisciplinary
15	—	Quantitative Reasoning – Statistics	3 (3+0)	General Education
16	—	Natural Sciences	3 (3+0)	General Education
17	—	Community	2 (2+0)	General Education
Total			17

Semester 4

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
18	RS&GIS 250	Ground Surveying Techniques	3 (2+1)	Major
19	PHYS 151	Thermodynamics	3 (2+1)	Interdisciplinary
20	RS&GIS 251	Introduction to Earth Sciences	3 (3+0)	Major
21	GEOG 252	Introduction to Computer Programming	3 (2+1)	Major
22	—	Quantitative Reasoning – Mathematics	3 (3+0)	General Education
Total			15

Semester 5

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
23	RS&GIS 300	Active Remote Sensing	3 (2+1)	Major
24	RS&GIS 301	Database Management System	3 (2+1)	Major
25	RS&GIS 302	Object Oriented Programming	3 (2+1)	Major
26	RS&GIS 303	Applications of GIS	3 (2+1)	Major
27	RS&GIS 304	Introduction to Photogrammetry	3 (3+0)	Major
28	RS&GIS 305	Land-use Planning and Development	3 (1+2)	Major
Total			15

Summer

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
29	—	Field Experience (Internship)	3 (3+0)	General Education
Total			18

Semester 6

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
30	RS&GIS 399	Research Methods	3 (3+0)	Major
31	RS&GIS 350	Python based GIS Programming and Customization	3 (3+0)	Major
32	RS&GIS 351	GIS for Disaster Management	3 (3+0)	Major
33	RS&GIS 352	Digital Image Processing	3 (2+1)	Major
34	RS&GIS 353	Spatial Data Analysis	3 (3+0)	Major
—	—	Entrepreneurship	2 (2+0)	General Education
Total			17

Semester 7

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
35	RS&GIS 400	Artificial Intelligence in Remote Sensing and GIS	3 (3+0)	Major
36	RS&GIS 401	Spatial Data Modelling	3 (3+0)	Major
37	RS&GIS 402	Web GIS	3 (1+2)	Major
38	RS&GIS 399A / STAT 399B	Data Analysis and Report Writing	3 (3+0)	Major
39	RS&GIS 403	Applications of Remote Sensing	3 (1+2)	Major
40	RS&GIS 404	Mobile Technology and Data Collection	3 (2+1)	Major
Total			18

Semester 8

Sr. No.	Code	Title	Credit Hours (with breakup)	Nature of Course (Major / General Education / Interdisciplinary)
41	RS&GIS 450	Spatial Decision Support System	3 (1+2)	Major
42	RS&GIS 451	Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and Data Processing	3 (2+1)	Major
43	RS&GIS 452	Machine Learning in Spatial Data	3 (3+0)	Major
44	RS&GIS 453	Application of Remote Sensing in Urban Landscapes	3 (3+0)	Major
Total			12
45	—	Research Report	6 (6+0)	Capstone Project
Total			18

Program Summary

Sr. No.	Categories	No. of Courses	Credit Hours
1.	GENERAL EDUCATION	12	32
2.	INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSES	4	12
3.	MAJOR COURSES	26	84
4.	INTERNSHIP / FIELD EXPERIENCE	—	03
5.	CAPSTONE PROJECT	—	06
Total			137

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