School of Remote Sensing and GIS

About the School

The School of Remote Sensing and GIS operates under the Centre for Environmental Research and Development (CERED) and serves as a hub for advanced research, education, and applications in geospatial technologies. This school focuses on integrating Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to address pressing environmental and developmental challenges.

The objectives of the School includes:

Capacity Building: Equip students and professionals with state-of-the-art skills in RS and GIS for environmental monitoring, urban planning, disaster management, and resource mapping.
Research and Development: Foster innovative research in geospatial technologies for sustainable development and environmental conservation.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Promote collaboration between disciplines such as ecology, hydrology, agriculture, and urban development using geospatial tools.
Policy Support: Provide geospatial data and analysis to policymakers for informed decision-making.

Core Areas of Study and Research

Environmental Monitoring: Using satellite imagery and GIS to track deforestation, desertification, and biodiversity loss.

Disaster Management: Mapping and assessing risks from natural hazards such as floods, cyclones, and earthquakes.

Land Use and Land Cover Mapping: Analyzing land use changes to support sustainable land management.

Climate Change Studies: Utilizing RS and GIS for assessing the impact of climate change on ecosystems, water resources, and urban areas.

Urban and Regional Planning: Developing GIS-based solutions for sustainable urban development and smart city planning.

Agriculture and Water Resource Management: Monitoring crop health, soil quality, and water resources for precision agriculture and watershed management.