Total study time: 24 hours
Want to get more out of Open Data with QGIS? In this one-on-one course, you’ll learn how to find, manage, and analyze public datasets using powerful GIS tools. You’ll discover how to visualize, combine, and apply geospatial data for insightful spatial analysis. By working with real-world datasets, you’ll put theory into practice and learn how to integrate Open Data into your GIS workflows right away.
Open Data is playing a growing role in making geospatial information more accessible. Governments, research institutes, and organizations are publishing datasets freely, empowering anyone with the right tools to carry out meaningful geographic analysis.
With QGIS—a free and powerful GIS platform—you can load, edit, and visualize a wide range of public datasets, including maps, infrastructure data, and environmental statistics. When used effectively, Open Data can unlock valuable insights and support real-world applications.
To get the most out of these resources, it’s important to recognize trustworthy data sources and apply the right analysis techniques. Processing this data correctly helps you spot patterns, build informative maps, and make smarter decisions.
This course gives you a hands-on introduction to working with Open Data in QGIS. You’ll learn how to search for and integrate public datasets, and how to process and visualize them for spatial analysis. Step by step, you’ll gain the skills needed to run your own GIS projects and extract meaningful insights from geospatial data.
Blended learning gives you the best of both worlds—live interaction and flexible, self-paced study—so you can build practical, job-ready QGIS skills using Open Data.
We kick off with a live session where you dive straight into QGIS. Guided by experts, you’ll explore Open Data sources, load datasets, and start visualizing patterns right away.
Next, in the self-paced modules, you’ll expand your skills at your own pace. You’ll learn how to locate reliable datasets, process both vector and raster data, and perform essential spatial analyses. Along the way, you’ll combine data types and create clear, visually engaging maps.
Then, in a second live session, you’ll put everything into practice with a real-world challenge. You’ll refine your results, solve common data issues, and receive feedback to improve your workflow.
A key highlight of this course is its practical focus. You’ll create real outputs—like styled maps and analysis-ready visuals—that you can use in reports, projects, or planning processes.
By combining expert support with real experience, this course prepares you to go beyond theory. By the end, you’ll confidently apply Open Data in QGIS to drive smarter, data-informed decisions.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
Do you have questions about the course content? Not sure if the course aligns with your learning objectives? Or would you prefer a private session or in-company training? We’re happy to assist—feel free to get in touch.
We aim to make our courses accessible to as many people as possible. If the course fee is a concern, instead of registering directly, you can indicate on the registration form that you’d like to receive a quote tailored to your needs. In many cases, we can offer flexible solutions. For instance, we can adjust the course content for large groups, shorten the course based on existing knowledge, or offer daily rates to suit your requirements.
Yes, you can reach out to the instructor with questions for up to 2 weeks after the course. Since the instructor is likely teaching other courses, we recommend emailing your questions to info@geo-ict.com. We’ll forward your inquiry to the instructor, and you’ll receive a response within 24 hours. After the 2-week period, we recommend using our Personalized Online Support for continued assistance.
Yes, we offer on-site training regularly throughout the Netherlands. Our instructor will bring laptops for the participants, and all you need to do is arrange a suitable room at your location.
Please send your requirements to info@geo-ict.com, and we will provide a customized quote, which will include travel and accommodation costs. Once the quote is confirmed, our course coordinator will reach out to schedule the training days.
After each course, participants receive a link to our evaluation portal where you can share your feedback on what you liked and didn’t like. We strive to provide a great experience for all our participants, but if you have a complaint, please click on ‘Complaints Procedure’ in the portal. This document will guide you through the steps to take. Geo-ICT Training Center, Netherlands, is a member of the Dutch Council for Training and Education (NRTO), ensuring a fair and transparent process.
Courses are typically scheduled according to the Dutch time zone, with sessions running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. For participants in different time zones, we adjust the course times in consultation with you.