Spatial Data & GIS

Educational Platform for TU Delft Urbanism

About the Platform

The Spatial Data & GIS Platform is developed by the Department of Urbanism at TU Delft to support students and educators in the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment. We provide curated teaching materials, datasets, and tools for both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs.

What we offer:

High-quality educational resources curated and developed by TU Delft faculty and external experts
Open access to spatial datasets relevant to urban design and planning
Guides for GIS software and data visualization tools
A collaborative space for educators to share and adapt teaching materials

🗺️ Learn GIS

Master the fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems. Access tutorials, workshops, and hands-on exercises designed for architecture and urbanism students.

Explore learning resources →

📊 Find Data

Discover curated spatial datasets for the Netherlands and beyond. Learn where to find reliable data sources for your urban analysis projects.

Browse data sources →

🛠️ Software & Tools

Explore open-source GIS software and data visualization tools. Get started with QGIS, Python, R, and other essential platforms.

View tool guides →

🤝 Collaborate

Join our community of educators and researchers. Share teaching materials, contribute resources, and connect with peers.

Get involved →

Data-Informed Design for Sustainable Urban Futures Graduation Cluster

The Data-Informed Design for Sustainable Urban Futures graduation cluster explores how spatial data, GIS, and computational methods can shape more sustainable and resilient cities. Students work at the intersection of urban design, data science, and environmental analysis to address complex challenges like climate adaptation, social equity, and urban transformation. What makes this cluster unique:

Integration of quantitative analysis with design thinking Focus on evidence-based approaches to urban sustainability Collaboration with municipalities, research institutes, and community organizations Development of innovative methods for spatial analysis and visualization

Whether you’re interested in climate-responsive design, participatory planning, or smart city innovations, this cluster provides the tools and mentorship to develop research-driven graduation projects that contribute to sustainable urban futures.

Learn more about graduation opportunities →

For Educators

Looking to contribute teaching materials or collaborate? We welcome contributions from faculty members and researchers. Learn more about contributing →

Getting Started

New to GIS? Start with our beginner-friendly tutorials or explore our recommended learning path for urbanism students.

Questions or feedback?
Contact us at sdgis-BK@tudelft.nl

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