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UP DGE IN NUMBERS
Established in 1937, the UP Department of Geodetic Engineering boasts a rich legacy in geodetic and geomatics engineering. With a mission to promote excellence in education, research, and service globally, we cultivate responsible, globally competitive professionals committed to public welfare, develop geospatial solutions that improve the quality of life, and collaborate to solve problems and nurture future leaders. Our comprehensive program integrates complex theoretical knowledge with practical skills, enabling our students to excel academically and achieve outstanding licensure exam passing rates. The department is at the forefront of research, with faculty and students making important contributions through numerous publications and impactful global partnerships.
350 undergraduate &
84 graduate students
Average enrollment
No. 1 Top Performing School since 2016
BS GE Licensure Examination
500+ publications &
40+ research projects
Research productivity
LATEST NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
HILTI Philippines Supports Engineering Education with Equipment Donation to UP DGE and UP ICE
Partnerships
January 19, 2026
HILTI Philippines Inc. has strengthened its support for engineering education by donating advanced surveying equipment to UP DGE and UP ICE for the enhancement of instruction, laboratory exercises, and field training for students.
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DGE Skills Workshop 2025: Applied Environmental Monitoring using Google Earth Engine and Python
Events
November 21, 2025
The Skills Workshop 2025 equipped participants with foundational skills in Applied Environmental Monitoring using Google Earth Engine and Python through hands-on training led by For. Reginald Jay Argamosa.
Engr. Maclang Honored with Gintong Kabataan sa Kagalingang Pang-akademya at Agham
Recognition
November 13, 2025
Recognized by the Province of Bulacan, Engr. Maclang exemplifies the spirit of the Kabataang Bulakenyo through his outstanding academic achievements, research excellence, and dedicated student leadership.
53rd Department Seminar Highlights Emerging BIM LiDAR Technology and Geospatial Innovations
Engagements, Events
October 30, 2025
The 53rd Department Seminar of the UP Department of Geodetic Engineering featured discussions and demonstrations on BIM LiDAR, GNSS, and drone technologies, highlighting recent developments and their relevance to geodetic engineering practice.
Orientation Equips New Students for BS Geodetic Engineering Journey
Events
July 11, 2025
The UP Department of Geodetic Engineering welcomed 70 new first-year students through a hybrid orientation that introduced them to the BS GE program, department faculty and facilities, student organizations, and essential academic and fieldwork processes. The day concluded with pre-advising sessions to prepare them for enrollment to officially begin their journey as Iskolar ng Bayan.
DGE Graduates Honored at 2025 COE Rites
Recognition
July 9, 2025
Sixty-three graduates from the Department of Geodetic Engineering were recognized during the UP College of Engineering Recognition Rites held on July 8, 2025, at the University Theater. Among the 920 undergraduate graduates, DGE produced 43 Latin honor recipients and several awardees for academic excellence and research. Selected speaker Krystel Joy S. Swin delivered a heartfelt message on perseverance and service. Mayor Benjamin Magalong delivered an inspirational keynote urging the graduates to lead with integrity.
UP TCAGP’s MCWQM Project Wins National Award for Water Quality Innovation
Recognition
July 2, 2025
The Multi-platform and Cross-sensor Water Quality Monitoring (MCWQM) Project led by Dr. Ariel C. Blanco was awarded the Public Impact Research Intervention Innovation Award at the DOST-PCIEERD Kabalikat Awards. The project harnessed satellite and UAV-based technologies to monitor water quality in Laguna de Bay, promoting science-driven resource management and earning multiple national recognitions.
