Geospatial technologies may include satellites and geographic information systems which collect and interpret data and images of the land and sea for analysis. Individuals interested in learning about the tools used in understanding certain weather conditions, as well as cultural developments, often find geospatial technologies of interest.

The Netherlands is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, consisting of twelve provinces in North-West Europe and three islands in the Caribbean. English-speaking students will have no problems finding suitable courses. For international students applying to universities in the Netherlands, several scholarships are available.

The MSc, or Master of Science, is an internationally recognized academic degree that indicates proficiency and knowledge of a given topic or field. Most MSc programs take about four years to finish, after which some join the workforce while others continue on in the classroom.