Course Overview

Land surveyors provide accurate spatial data to engineering, building and surveying projects by measuring and mapping the size and shape of the land. Career options can include but not limited to a surveyor, tunnelling and mining surveyor, CAD operator, survey project manager or an engineering surveyor. 

The surveying qualification offered at Toi Ohomai is an ideal programme for people wanting to enter the field, but is also ideal for those already working in the surveying profession and wanting to upskill. 

Our flexible delivery style allows you to work and study at the same time and caters for remote learners too. 

Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:

• New Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6)

General Eligibility

Entry criteria

NCEA Level 2 with the following requirements:

• 48 NCEA Level 2 credits in four subjects, including a minimum of 12 credits in mathematics (preferably in algebra, geometry and trigonometry) or the equivalent

If you wish to undertake the Flexi-Learn pathway you must be currently employed in the land surveying industry at the time of enrolment.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.