Survey Engineering
Introduction to Surveying Engineering Master’s Program
Since the establishment of Kabul Polytechnic University, the Department of Geodesy and Survey Mining Surveying initially functioned as a general teaching department. In 1982 (1361 Hijri Solar), it was elevated to the status of a graduate department under the name Department of Engineering Geodesy. Between 1988 and 1993 (1367–1372 Hijri Solar), it successfully graduated five cohorts at the master’s level.
In response to the country’s needs in technical sciences, particularly geomatics, and in alignment with the strategic plans of Kabul Polytechnic University and the Ministry of Higher Education, the Department of Engineering Geodesy was elevated to the Faculty of Engineering Geodesy in 2014 (1393 Hijri Solar). Based on the proposal of the faculty’s general assembly on 29 January 2015 (8/11/1393 Hijri Solar), the faculty was renamed the Faculty of Geomatics and Cadastre. Later, based on another proposal by the general assembly on 2 March 2023 (11/12/1401 Hijri Solar), and under decree number 2453/935 dated 14 April 2023 (23/02/1446 Hijri Lunar) issued by the Ministry of Higher Education, the faculty was renamed the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering.
Currently, the faculty consists of three active departments, Engineering Geodesy, GIS and Remote Sensing, and Geodesy, as well as one inactive department, Cadastre.
The master’s Program in Surveying Engineering was established within the Department of Engineering Geodesy. Since its inception, this department has contributed more than 500 geodesy engineers to society. The department is staffed with professors of various academic ranks who employ textbooks, lecture notes, software applications, and PowerPoint presentations to deliver their courses.
The Master’s Program under the title Surveying Engineering Management was launched in 1400, and in 1404, it was renamed Surveying Engineering. Each year, 30 candidates are admitted through the National Examination Administration’s entrance committee, and the program follows a two-year curriculum.
This curriculum was developed after a comprehensive review of similar programs at regional and international universities, while also considering the specific conditions and resources of Afghanistan. The following models served as references in designing the curriculum:
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No |
Program Name |
Country |
University |
Link |
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1 |
Geodesy |
Kazakhstan |
Kazakh Leading Academy of Architecture and Civil Engineering |
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2 |
Engineering Geodesy |
Russia |
State University of Land Use Planning |
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3 |
Geography, land management and cadastre |
Kazakhstan |
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University |
Vision of the Program
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4 |
Geodetic and Geographic Information Technologies |
Turkey |
Gebze Technical University |
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5 |
Geomatics Engineering |
Turkey |
Karadeniz Technical University |
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6 |
Surveying and Geospatial Engineering |
Iran |
Tehran University |
The Master’s Program in Surveying Engineering is a specialized higher education program that not only addresses the country’s quantitative and qualitative needs in this field but also responds to contemporary demands in line with the progress and development of Afghanistan. It aspires to compete scientifically and academically with universities in the region and beyond.
Mission of the Program
The Master’s Program in Surveying Engineering has been established to provide high-quality education, conduct research, and train graduates capable of meeting the needs of Afghan society at the regional level. Additionally, it contributes to the implementation of national projects that strengthen the financial foundation of the university and the country.
Values of the Program
In line with Afghanistan’s social principles, national interests, and the goal of strengthening unity, the program is committed to improving both the quality and quantity of education in surveying engineering. It applies internationally accepted academic standards while fostering responsibility and professionalism. Its core values include:
- Responsibility and adherence to the law;
- Respect for Islamic and national values;
- Delivery of high-quality, standardized higher education aligned with societal and job market needs;
- Strengthening national unity and cooperation;
- Promoting effective, transparent, and efficient administration.
Educational Objectives of the Program
The primary objective of the Master’s Program in Surveying Engineering is to provide advanced engineering knowledge and professional skills by combining Afghanistan’s rich engineering traditions with internationally recognized scientific standards. The program aims to prepare specialized and committed experts capable of addressing national and international needs. Students will gain competencies in the following areas:
- Effective utilization of specialized knowledge in surveying engineering;
- The ability to analyze problems using modern methods and techniques;
- Skills in planning and designing professional activities tailored to societal needs;
- Competence in applying research-based approaches to problem-solving;
- Mastery of surveying engineering tasks, including planning, measurement, project development, and execution in all phases of engineering projects—construction, maintenance, and operation;
- Professional creativity and innovation in engineering-related activities.
Expected Outcomes
Within completing the program, graduates will be able to:
- Effectively apply specialized knowledge in surveying engineering activities;
- Identify, analyze, and solve problems using modern scientific methods;
- Plan and design professional projects that meet national and international standards;
- Perform surveying engineering tasks such as planning, measurement, project execution, maintenance, and operation of engineering works;
- Solve practical and research problems using specialized knowledge and professional creativity;
- Acquire practical expertise to serve as specialists in geodesy and related fields of surveying engineering.