Overview

The program in cartography covers knowledge of and competencies in the visual representation, analysis and exploration of the digital Earth, together with its spatiotemporal elements and circumstances. The content of the program focuses chiefly on methods and applications in the areas of data modelling, data analysis and the visualization of geographical information.

The master's program in Cartography at Technical University of Munich is devoted, in particular, to answering complex questions relating to the spatiality of a globalized and digitalized society. As such, it considers how the cartographic visualization and analysis of our environment is gaining an ever greater significance in many disciplines – from environmental and climate protection to geology, spatial planning or agriculture and forestry.

Which further expertise and skills will I acquire?

Graduates of the international master program Cartography have in-depth competence in the entire field of cartography.

Fundamental knowledge in spatial data modelling, analysis and visualization of geographic information is acquired by all students.

Students learn to master recent theories, methods and procedures connected to map production and map use in the context of modern cartography and geoinformatics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geo-Information

Geostatistics

Image Analysis

Databases

Mapping
Geospatial Data

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

München, Germany

Disciplines

Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 16 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit one (1) copy of Official or Provisional Bachelor Degree Certificate (For originals, the document must bear an original round seal; and non-originals, the document must be in a notarised copy format)

Submit one (1) copy of Official or Provisional Academic Transcript (For originals, the document must bear an original round seal; and non-originals, the document must be in a notarised copy format)

Submit a total of two (2) Recommendation Letters

Submit one (1) Letter of Motivation that indicates the reason(s) you are interested in the programme you applied for

Submit one (1) Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Submit one (1) Passport-sized photograph

Submit one (1) Passport Biodata Page photocopy

Akademische Prufstelle (APS) Certificate (Required for all applicants who hold a degree from China, Vietnam, or Mongolia)

Proof of English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Student Fees: 85.00 €
No tuition fees for international students from third countries are charged for this degree program

Living costs

München

Germany

1078 - 1689 EUR / month

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Funding

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