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[CONFIRMED] Geoinformatics salary in Nigeria.

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Surveying and Geoinformatics is an academic discipline that entails the acquisition, analysis, storage, distribution, management, and application of spatial data that are geographically referenced.

The Surveyor is a professional spatial scientist and a geoscientist who is well equipped by the virtue of his professional training in a licensed institution to provide spatial and other environmental information that are required for designing, planning, and implementation of engineering works as well as in the location and usage of resources.

A good geoscientist must have an excellent background in computer science, mathematics, and physics, which gives him strong confidence to tackle a wide range of problems.

A good geoscientist is a product of rigorous and comprehensive academic and practical training in Geomatics which interconnects allied fields such as Geodesy, Hydrography, Land Surveying, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Cartography, and Geoinformatics.

Admission Requirements to Study Geoinformatics in Nigeria

The following are the requirements you must fulfill in other to study Geoinformatics in Nigeria:

(i). UTME Admission

To be eligible for admission, candidates must have completed the Senior Secondary School or its equivalent, obtained five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any two other subjects from the following list: Chemistry, Geography, Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, and Elementary Surveying.

(ii). Direct Entry

A candidate who satisfies the requirements above and who has obtained G.C.E. Advanced level, H.S.C./ IJMB or equivalent passes in Mathematics and Physics or any of the following subjects: Geography, Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Building Construction, and Chemistry, may be admitted into 200-level of the programme. Candidates who hold a Higher National Diploma can also be admitted as 300 level students into the programme.

Geography, Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Building Construction, and Chemistry.

Note: Universities in Nigeria offer the course as Surveying and Geo-informatics at undergraduate level.

Length of Programme

The programme length is five years for UTME candidates, four years for those admitted with a National Diploma. i.e. Direct Entry

Popular universities where Geoinformatics is offered in Nigeria

Geoinformatics is a very expensive course to operate, this explains why only a few universities offer the course despite the increase in demand for geoscientists especially in the construction sector. The following are the schools where Geoinformatics is offered in Nigeria.

  1. Federal University Of Technology Minna
  2. Federal University Of Technology, Akure
  3. Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
  4. Imo State University, Owerri
  5. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi
  6. Bells University Of Technology, Ota
  7. Federal University Of Technology, Owerri
  8. Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
  9. Enugu State University Of Science And Technology, Enugu
  10. Modibo Adama University Of Technology, Yola
  11. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
  12. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
  13. University Of Lagos
  14. University Of Nigeria Nsukka
  15. University Of Benin, Benin City
  16. University Of Ilorin, Ilorin

Geoinformatics salary per month

Geoscientists work in a wide range of projects either individually or as a firm. According to Payscale, the average monthly salary for a Geoinformatics professional is ranges from 60,000 Naira to 450,000 Naira, excluding annual paid leaves, allowances, and tax deductions.

The Geoinformatics field is experience-oriented. Therefore, years of experience and project portfolio greatly influence paycheck size. An analysis of few Surveyors working with reputable firms shows that variables such as educational level, years of experience, and past projects determines salary size.

The median monthly salary for professionals in the Geoinformatics field is 255,000 Naira. Those who work in the oil sector earn more than their counterparts in the construction and public sector. 

Apart from salaries, surveyors are also rewarded with plots of land by their clients as an appreciation. Some surveyors also work as consultants and contractors and are paid per job. The professional charges for surveying a plot of land that is 30m by 30m is 120,000 Naira according to the Nigerian Institution of Surveying

Popular fields where Geoinformatics can be applied

There are several fields of life where Knowledge of Geoinformatics can be applied to solve real life issues. The areas where knowledge of geoinformatics can be applied include:

  • Oil and Gas sector
  • Construction Industries
  • Aviation Sector
  • Environmental agencies
  • Land registries
  • Urban planning agencies
  • Remote sensing
  • Federal Surveying offices
  • State Surveying Offices etc.

Required Skillsets for Geoinformatics

For you to become successful in the field of Geoinformatics, some skills are required to be possessed either during your study period or during your professional career.

Basic Knowledge of Python and other languages: Programming is ultimately the most important skill you can learn as a professional in the Geoinformatics field. You need to have basic knowledge of programming languages such as Python, R, and C++. Python and C can be used in running software packages on apps such as AutoCAD and ArcGIS.

Ability to analyze and think well: Geoinformatics professionals must possess the ability to independently analyze issues and arrive at sensible solutions. A good professional must make sure that his decision is logically sound.  

Project Management: As a professional, most times you will find yourself leading a team of experts who may occasionally challenge your authority, in this situation, you must defy the odds and make sure that the team is led to achieving the desired goal and also make sure that the project is managed well by the other team leaders under your management.

Sales Skills: You must be able to sell your services in a way that is professionally accepted. Professionals must possess sales skills in other to convince the buyer about proposed projects. They should have good convincing power and be able to defend their proposals before review panels.

Communication Skills: Geoinformatics professionals must have excellent communication skills because it is one of the basic requirements that will guarantee professional success. He must be able to communicate effectively not only with his colleagues in the organization but also with the clients and business partners. The ability to communicate proposals in a simple language that is understandable by non-professionals is also crucial.

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John Aina Ajibola has a Masters degree as an engineer and has over 3 years of teaching and research experience. He is happiest when on a bike and is also interested in electric energy and computer Science.

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