Geomatics Engineering Faculty
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Faculty of Geomatics Engineering
Since the establishment of Kabul Polytechnic University, the Department of Geodesy and Survey Mining has operated as a general academic department responsible for teaching and instructional activities. In 1982, the department was upgraded to graduate level and renamed the Department of Engineering Geodesy. Between 1988 and 1993, the department successfully implemented and graduated five cohorts of master’s degree programs.
In response to the country’s growing demand for technical sciences—particularly in Geomatics—and in line with the requirements of technical and professional institutions, a specialized academic field in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) was proposed. In line with the strategic plans of Kabul Polytechnic University and the Ministry of Higher Education, the Department of Engineering Geodesy was elevated to faculty status in 2014 and officially designated as the Faculty of Engineering Geodesy.
Subsequently, pursuant to the General Assembly of Faculty Members resolution dated 29 January 2015, the faculty was renamed the Faculty of Geomatics and Cadastre. Following a comprehensive review of educational needs, curriculum development, and alignment with international academic standards, and pursuant to the Faculty General Assembly resolution dated 28 August 2024, the faculty was officially renamed the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering.
Currently, the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering consists of four departments:
- Department of Engineering Geodesy (Graduating Department)
- Department of GIS and Remote Sensing (Graduating Department)
- Department of Geodesy (Teaching for non-specialized fields)
- Department of Cadastre (Currently inactive due to the lack of required academic and administrative conditions)
With the expansion of academic capacity and the close integration of related disciplines, the faculty established a master’s degree program entitled Engineering Surveying Management in 2022. To date, this program has successfully graduated two cohorts of master’s students. Furthermore, in response to institutional needs and at the initiative of faculty members, the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering established a Geoscience specialization within a joint doctoral program in 2023.
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering is committed to playing an effective and constructive role in national development by adopting modern technologies, aligning its academic programs with international standards, and educating highly qualified and specialized professionals to serve the country and its citizens.
Vision
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering aims to equip engineers with modern theoretical and scientific knowledge, grounded in Islamic and national values, and to position itself among the country's and the region's leading scientific and research institutions.
Mision
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering, as a credible academic and research center, is committed to delivering high-quality services and conducting research to support the country's economic and social development, ultimately improving the standard of living for the people.
Educational Objectives
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering aims to educate competent professionals and develop specialized expertise in engineering geodesy, GIS, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and cadastre. In pursuit of this mission, the faculty is committed to achieving the following educational objectives:
- Nurturing students with Islamic values, patriotism, good ethics, and promoting equality and social responsibility;
- Providing standard and up-to-date education in geomatics sciences using modern pedagogical approaches, specialized software, and advanced laboratory equipment;
- Training skilled and capable students who can design, analyze, implement, and manage engineering and geographic projects in both public and private sectors;
- Strengthening scientific, technical, and analytical skills to solve complex problems related to spatial data, measurement, modeling, and interpretation;
- Enhancing research and innovation capacities and enabling the ability to conduct scientific research, implement applied projects, and prepare scholarly publications in relevant fields;
- Building professional and ethical skills, including teamwork, project management, effective communication, and adherence to national and international engineering standards and principles;
- Preparing students for the domestic and international job market through practical skills training, laboratory experience, and familiarity with emerging technologies;
- Facilitating the path for higher education and establishing the necessary academic foundation for pursuing master's and doctoral degrees in geomatics sciences and related disciplines.
Research Objectives
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering, aiming to expand the boundaries of knowledge, enhance research capacities, and respond to the scientific and technical needs of the country, pursues the following research objectives:
- Enhancing the scientific standing of the faculty at the national and regional levels through conducting fundamental and applied research and offering high-quality and standard academic and research programs;
- Producing and developing scientific knowledge in the fields of engineering geodesy, GIS, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and cadastre through fundamental and applied research;
- Educating committed and specialized students with a national, Islamic, professional ethical spirit and a sense of public service, capable of conducting scientific research and practical projects;
- Applying modern methods and technologies in the measurement, analysis, and management of spatial data, including precise positioning systems, 3D modeling, satellite image processing, and the use of artificial intelligence;
- Focusing on research related to national needs in key sectors such as natural resource management, environmental protection, urban planning, agriculture, water resources, mining, and the national infrastructure development;
- Strengthening joint research projects with domestic and international universities, government institutions, organizations, and the private sector to enhance research quality and exchange experiences;
- Encouraging the production of scientific articles and publishing findings in reputable journals and active participation in conferences, symposiums, and scientific programs;
- Supporting master's level research by providing laboratory facilities, technical equipment, and necessary scientific resources for advanced research;
- Developing spatial information systems and geospatial data banks to address national challenges, including disaster management, early warning systems, digital mapping, and urban planning;
- Implementing research-based and engineering projects to generate income for the university and strengthen the practical role of the faculty in providing geomatics services to institutions.
- Promoting a culture of research among faculty members and students through the establishment of research groups, organizing workshops, seminars, and supporting outstanding students;
- Standardizing and updating research laboratories by equipping them with modern facilities for precise and technical research.
Technical and Professional goals of the faculty
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering, to enhance the quality of education, research, and practice, empower students and teachers, and respond to national needs and the job market, pursues its technical and professional goals as follows:
- Developing technical and professional collaborations with relevant governmental and private institutions at the national and regional levels to exchange experiences, undertake joint projects, and address the scientific and practical needs of the country;
- Completing equipment and providing technical facilities in line with the requirements of the faculty's educational, research, and administrative programs, including specialized laboratories, professional software, and advanced spatial measurement and analysis systems;
- Enhancing the practical and technical skills of students and teachers through practical training, implementation of applied projects, utilization of modern equipment, and developing the ability to solve real-world problems in the field of geomatics.
- Supporting technical innovation and research by providing facilities, supporting projects, and encouraging the development of new methods and tools in geomatics sciences;
- Establishing effective connections between education and industry to align technical education with job market needs and implement practical projects for private and governmental institutions.
Laboratories
The Faculty of Geomatics Engineering has two specialized laboratories in the following areas:
1. Engineering Geodesy Laboratory
2. GIS and Remote Sensing Laboratory
Educational Programs
Bachelor's Program in Engineering Geodesy
The Department of Engineering Geodesy began its academic activities concurrently with the establishment of Kabul Polytechnic University, initially working under the title Department of General Geodesy and Mine Surveying. In 1982, the department was upgraded to a graduate department and, following the graduation of two cohorts of students in this field, it was officially renamed the Department of Engineering Geodesy in 1988.
Engineering Geodesy is recognized as a fundamental discipline across all engineering fields. By 1993, the department had successfully educated and graduated five cohorts of master’s degree students, making a substantial contribution to the development of specialized human resources for the country. To date, hundreds of professionals at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels have graduated from this department and are serving across various sectors, including government and private institutions nationwide.
Currently, the Department of Engineering Geodesy benefits from the expertise of dedicated and highly qualified faculty members who are actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic administration. The department is committed to conducting all academic and administrative activities within a structured, standardized framework aligned with regional and international academic standards, while maintaining a high level of scientific rigor and practical relevance in its educational programs.
Bachelor's Program in GIS and Remote Sensing
GIS and Remote Sensing are fundamental, integrative sciences within geoscience and environmental studies, enabling accurate analysis and a comprehensive understanding of the surrounding environment and related phenomena. This field has broad applications across geomatics, urban and regional planning, natural resource management, environmental studies, agriculture, disaster management, and related disciplines. By providing accurate, reliable, and sustainable spatial information, GIS and Remote Sensing play a vital role in supporting scientific analysis and informed decision-making processes.
Master's Program in Engineering Survey
The Master’s Program in Engineering Survey in the public higher education sector was established to train capable, highly qualified professionals in Geomatics, enabling graduates to contribute effectively to the country’s economic growth and sustainable development. This program is the first master’s degree initiative in the country, designed to establish a standardized academic system for Engineering Surveying in accordance with the Ministry of Higher Education's modern academic frameworks.
The members of the Master’s Program Committee in Engineering Survey conducted a comprehensive review of similar programs offered by selected international universities. Based on this analysis, they developed a coherent, standardized, and needs-based curriculum for the Geomatics discipline, which was subsequently submitted to the relevant authorities for legal approval and implementation.
Based on the official letter No. (6), dated 02/04/1443, issued by the Ministry of Higher Education, the program was formally approved under the title Engineering Surveying Management and was subsequently renamed Engineering Survey in 1402. The program admits 30 students annually through the National Examination Committee and is offered as a two-year academic program.
Registration for the first cohort began on 1 Qaws 1400, and 56 applicants registered for the program. The first master’s class began on 22/02/1401. To date, two cohorts of students have completed the master ’s-level program, and its graduates are actively serving the community and public and private-sector institutions across the country.
Tuition and Fee Structure
Bachelor's Degree: The Bachelor's program at the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering is government-funded and tuition-free.
Master's Degree: The tuition fee for each semester of the Master's program in Engineering Survey is set at 25,000 Afghanis.
Administrative Employees
General Teaching Manager
Mr. Shams-ur-Rahman Noori was born in 1988 in Wardak Province, and currently resides in the Fifth District of Khushal Khan, Kabul. He completed his primary and secondary education at Naderya High School and Mahmood Hotaki High School. In 2008, he enrolled in the Department of Chemistry at Kabul University's Faculty of Science and completed the four-year program, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2011.
Following his graduation, Mr. Noori briefly worked in the Curriculum Department of the Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education under the Ministry of Education. Subsequently, on 31/05/2015, according to an official letter from the Ministry of Higher Education, he was appointed General Teaching Manager of the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering, a position he continues to hold to date.
Executive Manager
Mr. Mohammad Khalid was born in 1989. He is from the Central District of Maidan Shahr, Maidan Wardak Province, and currently resides in the Fifth District of Khushal Khan, Kabul. He completed his primary and secondary education at Hazrat Salman Fars High School in Maidan Wardak Province.
In 2017, he enrolled in the Faculty of Economics at the University of Sharq, majoring in Business Administration, and completed the four-year program, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2021.
On 11/09/2013, following an open competition and in accordance with the Ministry of Higher Education, he was appointed as an Executive Officer in the Faculty of Water and Environmental Engineering. Subsequently, from 16/05/2024, he served as the Payroll Manager in the Finance and Accounting Directorate. Since 11/10/2024, he has been serving as the Executive Manager of the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering.
Students Statistics
Since its establishment, the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering has graduated 712 students. Currently, approximately 322 students are enrolled; detailed statistics for each cohort are provided in the table below.
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Statistics of Graduates of the Faculty of Geomatics Engineering (Years 1393–1404) |
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Remarks |
Total |
Female |
Male |
Department |
Year |
Cohort |
No |
|
|
|
37 |
1 |
36 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1393 |
First |
1 |
|
|
|
40 |
None |
40 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1394 |
Second |
2 |
|
|
|
32 |
1 |
31 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1395 |
Third |
3 |
|
|
|
44 |
1 |
43 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1396 |
Fourth |
4 |
|
|
|
40 |
1 |
39 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1397 |
Fifth |
5 |
|
|
27 |
3 |
24 |
Geographical Information Systems |
First |
6 |
|||
|
|
36 |
None |
36 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1398 |
Sixth |
7 |
|
|
38 |
6 |
32 |
Geographical Information Systems |
Second |
8 |
|||
|
|
44 |
3 |
41 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1399 |
Seventh |
9 |
|
|
Geographical Information Systems |
10 |
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|
|
43 |
8 |
35 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1400 |
Eighth |
11 |
|
|
49 |
13 |
36 |
Geographical Information Systems |
Third |
12 |
|||
|
|
46 |
9 |
37 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1401 |
Ninth |
13 |
|
|
45 |
9 |
36 |
Geographical Information Systems |
Fourth |
14 |
|||
|
|
33 |
None |
33 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1402 |
Tenth |
15 |
|
|
34 |
None |
34 |
Geographical Information Systems |
Fifth |
16 |
|||
|
|
29 |
None |
29 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1403 |
Eleventh |
17 |
|
|
36 |
None |
36 |
GIS and Remote Sensing |
Sixth |
18 |
|||
|
|
29 |
None |
29 |
Engineering Geodesy |
1404 |
Twelfth |
19 |
|
|
30 |
None |
30 |
GIS and Remote Sensing |
Seventh |
20 |
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|
712 |
55 |
657 |
Total Graduates |
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