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What We Offer
Geomatics is the comprehensive discipline of collecting, analyzing, and managing spatial data. Incorporating the fields of Surveying and Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Photogrammetry, and others, this program prepares students for diverse and rewarding professional careers. Graduates of our program are leaders in the industry with excellent advancement opportunities. If you are not already familiar with the facts about a career in Geomatics, take a look here. With a hands-on approach using the most advanced technology in the industry, the academic experience gives students the opportunity to both broaden their horizons and hone specialized skills that are valued in the marketplace.
- As a University of Florida student, a Florida Gator, you will have access to the full resources of the University, from Gator Athletics tickets to Study Abroad programs.
- Our program consistently sees 100% job placement for graduating classes. We enjoy the strong support of the professional community, with abundant internship opportunities.
- The program has a flexible schedule. You can complete the degree as a full-time student in just 5 semesters, with evening classes and weekend labs that fit your schedule.
Why the Plant City Campus?
The University of Florida Geomatics Program seeks to serve students located throughout the state by distance education. The Geomatics Program has opened a campus in Plant City to reach out to students who can not otherwise attend the University of Florida. This location offers students in the region the ability to earn the degree without ever having to attend classes in Gainesville. Our program fits in with your life, putting your future within reach. The campus has the advantage of providing access to the degree program locally and with a flexible schedule, all without sacrificing the quality of education and interaction with leading faculty in the field. The only times you may have to travel to Gainesville are for Gator games and your graduation ceremony.
How is the academic experience?
This is your opportunity to be a member of the Gator Nation. Make no mistake, the degree you earn at the Plant City campus is of the same caliber as the one
you will find on the Gainesville campus. The facilities in Plant City are first rate, with advanced video telecommunication classroom systems for distance learning, allowing you to ‘be there’ without the three hour drive. Students have access to state-of-the-art equipment such as geodetic-grade GPS units and stereographic computer systems. Faculty and staff from the program are permanently located in Plant City, and will be an integral part of your education. Internship, research, and leadership opportunities are all an essential part of personal academic achievement, and this program gives you the chance to do all of these things and more.
How do I get started?
We are here to help you succeed. Since admission to the University of Florida as a freshman is extremely competitive, we encourage students to complete an AA degree from a Florida community college with the appropriate pre-requisites listed in the guide to admission. With the continuing support of the Geomatics industry and your status as a student of the University of Florida, there are many opportunities available for scholarships and financial aid.
If you think the UF Geomatics Program at the Plant City Campus may offer the future you want, contact us to schedule a meeting with an advisor. Many students are surprised to learn about Geomatics and the opportunities it offers.