Offered by:
Faculty of Agricultural Engineering & Technology
The One-Year Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) is a career-oriented academic program designed for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program aims to develop a strong theoretical foundation and advanced practical skills in GIS, Remote Sensing, satellite image analysis, and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies.
The curriculum places strong emphasis on hands-on practical training, enabling students to gain real-world experience in:
Satellite image downloading and preprocessing
Digital image processing and analysis
Crop and soil mapping
Flood and disaster mapping
Large-scale and thematic mapping
Spatial data management and analysis using modern GIS software and satellite datasets
These competencies are highly relevant across a wide range of disciplines, including:
Agriculture and agribusiness
Wetlands, soils, forestry, and ecology
Geosciences and environmental sciences
Water resources, marine, and atmospheric sciences
Urban and regional planning
Disaster risk management
Transportation and infrastructure planning
Public health and social science research
Through structured coursework, extensive practical exercises, and an independent final project, the program equips students with the skills required for real-world problem-solving and prepares them for professional careers in both technical and interdisciplinary fields.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Submission of Application Form | January 25, 2026 |
| Display of Merit List | January 28, 2026 |
| Submission of Admission Fee & Documents | February 09, 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | February 12, 2026 |
State-of-the-art Computer Laboratory
Highly qualified and experienced faculty
Practical field training and real-world exposure
Access to advanced GIS and Remote Sensing tools
Training in real-world mapping and spatial data analysis
Strong focus on career-oriented education
🌐 Apply Online:
https://sau.edu.pk/pgd-fae/
🌐 University Website:
www.sau.edu.pk
Dr. Muhammad Sohail Memon
Focal Person / Program Coordinator
📱 Mobile: +92-301-351-2596
📧 Email: mamemon@sau.edu.pk
Directorate of Advanced Studies
📞 Phone: 022-2765387 (Ext. 367)
📧 Email: director.das@sau.edu.pk
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam
INF/KRY/104/2026