Events

A comprehensive listing of ISPRS Student Consortium events, broader ISPRS gatherings, and other relevant conferences in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and geoinformation.

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ISPRS SC Events

Summer schools and consortium meetings organised by the ISPRS Student Consortium and Working Group VI/5, held at host institutions around the world.

SC Event

12th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

1–5 November 2014

University of Forestry, Yezin, Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

SC Event

11th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

March 2014

Wuhan, China

SC Event

10th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

29 October – 2 November 2013

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

SC Event

9th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

25–30 October 2013

Bali, Indonesia

SC Event

8th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

30 November – 4 December 2012

Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand

SC Event

7th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

2011

Jhongli, Taiwan

SC Event

6th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

2011

USA

SC Event

5th ISPRS SC & WG VI/5 Summer School

6–10 November 2010

Hanoi, Vietnam

Contact: Manos Baltsavias (ETH Zurich) for general enquiries; Nguyen Dinh Duong (VAST, Hanoi) for local arrangements.

ISPRS Events

Major congresses, summer schools, and symposia organised under the broader ISPRS umbrella.

ISPRS Event

XXIIIrd ISPRS Congress

12–19 July 2016

Prague Congress Centre, Prague, Czech Republic

ISPRS Event

Summer School on Natural Resource Management

5–11 July 2016

Telč, Czech Republic

ISPRS Event

Innsbruck Summer School of Alpine Research 2015 — Close Range Sensing Techniques

5–11 July 2015

Obergurgl, Austria

ISPRS Event

ISPRS TC VI WG2 Summer School

6–10 July 2015

Dehradun, India

Other Events

Additional conferences and gatherings of interest to the photogrammetry and remote sensing community.

Event Date Location
XXIIIrd ISPRS Congress 12–19 July 2016 Prague, Czech Republic
Summer School — Natural Resource Management 5–11 July 2016 Telč, Czech Republic
Innsbruck Summer School of Alpine Research 2015 5–11 July 2015 Obergurgl, Austria
ISPRS TC VI WG2 Summer School 6–10 July 2015 Dehradun, India

The ISPRS Student Consortium events calendar serves as a central hub for students and early-career researchers working in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and geoinformation. By bringing together summer schools, consortium meetings, and broader ISPRS gatherings, this platform makes it easy to discover opportunities for practical training and academic exchange. Whether you are looking for hands-on fieldwork experience or a chance to present your latest research, the events listed here connect you with peers and mentors from across the global scientific community. The calendar is updated regularly, so checking back often ensures you never miss an upcoming opportunity to grow your skills and expand your professional network.

Summer schools organised under the ISPRS Student Consortium banner are among the most anticipated events on the calendar. These multi-day programmes typically combine lectures, practical sessions, and collaborative projects, giving participants the chance to work directly with leading researchers and fellow students from many countries. Host institutions open their doors to create an immersive learning environment where theoretical knowledge meets real-world application. Beyond the technical curriculum, these events foster lasting friendships and professional relationships that often continue well beyond the programme itself, making them a valuable stepping stone for anyone beginning a career in geospatial science.

Beyond the consortium's own events, the listings also include broader ISPRS gatherings and other relevant conferences held around the world. This wider scope means students can plan their academic travel efficiently, aligning multiple professional development opportunities within a single trip or study period. Conferences offer a different kind of value from summer schools, with shorter, more concentrated formats focused on paper presentations, poster sessions, and keynote lectures from established experts. For many students, attending such events is an important milestone, providing exposure to cutting-edge research and a chance to gauge where their own work fits within the larger field.

The events page is designed with the student experience in mind, making navigation straightforward even for those new to the professional community. Each listing provides essential information about dates, locations, and organisers, helping prospective attendees plan ahead with confidence. The clean, airy layout with generous spacing means you can quickly scan upcoming opportunities without feeling overwhelmed. For students on limited budgets, this centralised approach is especially helpful, as it allows you to compare events and identify those that best match your interests, travel constraints, and academic goals before committing your time and resources.

Staying connected with the ISPRS Student Consortium events programme is a simple way to remain engaged with the broader remote sensing and photogrammetry community. The consortium's official communication channels, including newsletters and social media profiles, regularly highlight new listings and share updates about upcoming activities. Whether you are a first-year student exploring the field or a doctoral candidate preparing for your next research phase, the events calendar offers something of value at every stage of your journey. By participating in these gatherings, you contribute to a vibrant, international community dedicated to advancing geospatial science and supporting the next generation of researchers.

Related Resources

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