Welcome to the ISPRS Student Consortium

The official communication platform for students and researchers in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and geoinformation — connecting members with newsletters, events, grants, and community news worldwide.

📧 manos@isprs-sc.org 📞 +41-44-633 3042 📍 ETH Zurich, Switzerland
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Connecting the Next Generation of Geospatial Scientists

The ISPRS Student Consortium (SC) brings together students and early-career researchers across the globe who share a passion for photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences. Through working groups, summer schools, and collaborative projects, the SC fosters academic exchange and professional growth within the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.

Members gain access to special student offers, grants, practical training opportunities, and the latest scientific and social news from the community.

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What We Offer

The SC provides a range of resources and activities designed to support students throughout their academic and professional journeys. From the SC Newsletter — first published in Autumn 2007 following the 2nd Summer School in Ljubljana, Slovenia — to an archive spanning ten volumes, members stay informed about research developments, international study programs, and WG VI/5 initiatives.

Summer schools held in locations such as Hanoi (2010), Wuhan (2014), Bali (2013), Addis Ababa (2013), and Manila (2015) offer hands-on training and networking. The consortium also maintains boards for scholarships, job opportunities, and ISPRS-related events including the XXIIIrd ISPRS Congress in Prague (2016).

The ISPRS Student Consortium serves as the official communication platform connecting students and young professionals across the globe who share an interest in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences. Through a dedicated network of members, the consortium fosters collaboration, knowledge exchange, and professional growth within a supportive scientific and social community that spans continents and career stages alike.

Staying informed is made easy through the SC Newsletter, a long-running publication that has kept members up to date on research developments, international study programs, and consortium activities since its first issue. With an archive spanning multiple volumes, the newsletter remains a cornerstone resource for anyone looking to follow the latest in the field.

Summer schools represent one of the consortium's most valued offerings, providing practical training in diverse international settings. These immersive events combine hands-on technical instruction with valuable networking opportunities, allowing participants to deepen their skills while building lasting connections with peers and experts from around the world in an engaging academic environment.

Beyond training events, the consortium maintains a curated collection of educational materials, proceedings, and reports that support academic exchange. Members can access a growing archive of documents and highlights that capture the intellectual output of conferences, working groups, and collaborative initiatives, making quality resources readily available for study and reference.

The consortium regularly shares announcements about scholarships, job opportunities, and special grants that can help students advance their education and launch meaningful careers. By aggregating these opportunities in one accessible place, the platform makes it easier for members to discover funding and employment pathways aligned with their interests in geospatial technology.

A dedicated board of student representatives and advisors guides the consortium's activities, ensuring that programs remain relevant and responsive to the evolving needs of the membership. This leadership structure fosters transparent communication and encourages active participation, giving students a genuine voice in shaping the direction of the community.

The consortium's online presence extends across multiple channels, including an interactive calendar of upcoming events and active social media communities on platforms such as Facebook and LinkedIn. These digital touchpoints help members stay connected between formal activities and provide spaces for informal discussion, collaboration, and peer support.

Membership in the ISPRS Student Consortium opens the door to a global community united by a passion for advancing the fields of photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences. Whether through summer schools, newsletters, job boards, or simply the connections made along the way, the consortium aims to provide meaningful support at every stage of the academic and professional journey.

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Board & Leadership

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Manos Baltsavias

General Enquiries, ETH Zurich

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Nguyen Dinh Duong

Local Contact, VAST Hanoi

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Mete Ercan Pakdil

Webmaster

Contact Us

For general enquiries about the Student Consortium, summer schools, or membership, please reach out using the form below or email us directly.