The Department of Geomatics Engineering and Land Management

Department of Geomatics Engineering and Land Management

Undergraduate Degrees

Aim of the Programme

The Land Management (Valuation) programme aims to provide excellent and expert training, and to graduate valuation surveying professionals who are proficient in the principles and concepts of valuation surveying within the framework of land management, in support of the Caribbean regions’ socioeconomic and environmental goals and objectives.               

Learning Outcomes

 The following learning outcomes were conceptualised for the Land Management (Valuation) programme and the graduate should be able to:

1. Describe how the economy in general and land markets in particular, impact on land and estate values and how different methods of valuation are applicable in different circumstances.

2. Apply spatial measurement principles and modem technologies and methodologies to determine inputs to valuation surveying

3. Apply valuation and cost benefit procedures, computations and analyses to support economic decision making related to land and property.

4. Evaluate and synthesise estate management and economic development policy for public and private development

5. Evaluate and synthesise the role of land valuation information systems, such as fiscal cadastres, in optimising economic efficiencies, while maintaining socially equitable allocation and distribution of land.

Cognitive Skills

• Formulate defined problems into well defined projects and reports.
• Apply numerical and reasoning skills to the critical review of different approaches.
• Solve complex problems and make decisions in new situations.
• Undertake independent and group research, applying known theories, concepts and principles.
• Demonstrate competency in written and oral communication skills.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the Faculty’s general admission requirements, the Department of Geomatics Engineering & Land Management requires that all applicants possess GCE A’ Level or CAPE passes in any two of the following subjects in order to qualify for admission: Mathematics (Pure OR Applied), Geography, Economic, Business Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Science, Technical Drawing, Engineering Science or any other relevant A’ level subject.

Application Procedure

This application process can be completed at: https://sta.uwi.edu/admissions/undergrad/how_to_apply.asp                                                     

Core Courses    

Career Opportunities

Graduates enjoy employment in private practices, housing associations, construction and property management firms, real estate agencies, as well as in the public sector.