New Zealand Diploma in Surveying

Diploma

Have you ever wondered how a GPS works, Google Maps is informed, how people navigate the earth, or who decides where and how to build skyscrapers? Join the profession that shapes the world we live in.

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$7,200 per year

International Fees

$25,377 per year

About this course

Enter into the highly employable world of surveying and geospatial science, and you'll enjoy a varied and outdoorsy career that involves interacting regularly with other businesses and sectors.

Surveyors have to be skilled in both measurement and resource management. They collect and analyse information about land, water, and other natural resources. They help manage our environment by mapping the earth and the sea floor, establishing property boundaries, and providing accurate data for engineering works.

The New Zealand Diploma in Surveying will develop your knowledge and skills in a wide range of topics, including:

Geodetic surveying
Cadastral surveying
Engineering Surveying
Mapping
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Satellite navigation systems
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Data management and land administration

Highlights

Unitec's New Zealand Diploma in Surveying is recognised and supported by Survey and Spatial New Zealand. Successful completion of the programme enables you to apply for associate membership to the Survey and Spatial New Zealand.
A nationally recognised qualification that equips you with the skills to work as a land surveyor
A highly employable profession in New Zealand
Emphasis on practical assignments, including a lot of time outdoors
Access to the latest surveying equipment and technology
A focus on technology: because surveyors have to be up-to-date with the latest technology, you'll further your computer skills and learn to use surveying software
Well-connected to industry: our advisory boards include experts who keep us up-to-date with industry trends and relevant legislation. We're also well-connected with all the top surveying employers in Auckland who are very keen to employ our students.

Qualification and what's next

Once you've completed this programme pathway, you'll receive the New Zealand Diploma in Surveying qualification.

Entry requirements

You will need the following:

1. 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 in four different subjects including:

12 credits in Mathematics (preferably in algebra, geometry and trigonometry) or equivalent
8 credits in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)

High levels of oral, written and interpersonal communications and mathematical skills are required to complete this programme.

2. If English is not your first language, you will need one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University Entrance
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission

For more information, download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Study locations

Mt Albert

Career pathways

- Surveyor - Engineering surveyor - Survey project manager - Tunnelling and mining surveyor - CAD operator

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