Surveying is an exciting career often involving travel with a mix of outdoor and indoor work. Opportunities are forecast to keep growing with a current shortage of qualified professionals.
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) offers the only undergraduate surveying degree in Victoria. It is accredited with local and international surveying organizations and thoroughly prepares students to enter the profession.
Surveyors use advanced equipment and specialized software to determine the accurate position of features. These include:
- Robotic laser instruments to observe and record surveys
- Light beams to electronically measure distance
- Satellite positioning technology (GPS) to fix positions.
This degree provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed as a professional surveyor. These include:
- A thorough knowledge of algebra, basic calculus, geometry, and trigonometry
- The laws that deal with surveys, property, and contracts
- The ability to use delicate instruments with accuracy and precision.
Please note that applicants from some countries will be required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee will go towards the tuition deposit for any students who enroll.
