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Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyNew Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Windermere Campus
Summary
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. This surveying qualification is open to those already working in the surveying profession looking to upskill or quantify their existing skills. Our flexible delivery style allows you to work and study at the same time and caters for remote learners too.
Tristan Katu, Graduate "The best part about this course wasn't just the numbers aspect, but also getting the opportunity to learn about how the construction industry works, how to build a house, and the process of projects from start to finish." Read more
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 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
If you wish to undertake the Flexi-Learn pathway you must be currently employed in the land surveying industry at the time of enrolment. Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who do not meet the academic entry requirements of this course, but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success, may be eligible for special admission.
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