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Benha University, Cairo, Egypt
Benha University (BU) is one of the five largest governmental universities in Egypt, with about 5,200 academic staff, more than 100,000 undergraduate students, and 3,500 international students. The university includes 16 faculties and over 40 centres of excellence, serving society across diverse fields.
As a non-profit institution, BU is committed to ensuring high-quality education, building strong partnerships with renowned international universities, and continuously improving its facilities and services at local, regional, and international levels. BU also promotes new approaches to scientific research through multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaboration, strengthening its role in society. In line with Egypt Vision 2030, BU is engaged in community-based development projects, working with local authorities to bridge the gap between academic research and market needs.
The Faculty of Engineering at Shoubra (FES), established in 1961, is one of the university’s leading faculties. It has six departments, 15 academic programs, and more than 60 laboratories and engineering workshops. With a strong reputation in geoinformatics, FES has signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with national institutions such as the Egyptian Surveying Authority, the Military Surveying Department, and the National Centre for State Land Use Planning, as well as with leading international companies including ESRI, HEXAGON, and Bentley.
Within FES, the Geomatics Engineering Department (GED) – formerly the Surveying Engineering Department (SED) – is a specialized unit dedicated to engineering surveying and mapping. Over the past 60 years, GED has been a national leader in surveying, mapping, and GIS. The department continuously updates its study programs, curricula, and training to keep pace with global trends and labour market demands. GED also plays a central role in advancing geomatics education in Egypt, supporting both governmental and private sectors in modern data capture techniques and spatial data analysis.
In addition, GED contributes significantly to the development and strengthening of Egypt’s geospatial infrastructure, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the evolving challenges of the profession.
