What is Surveying?

Surveying ie science and art of measuring, mapping, and interpreting the physical world, allowing land, infrastructure, and environmental projects to be designed, built, and maintained with absolute accuracy.

Surveyors play a critical role in facilitating land development and national infrastructure growth. Before a school can be built, a surveyor establishes the current site conditions and legally defines the site boundary. Before a road or tunnel can be constructed, an engineering surveyor provides the precise spatial coordinates to guide the construction.

Types of Surveying

Cadastral

Engineering

Aerial

Geodetic

Mining

Hydrographic

Land or cadastral surveying involves determining property boundaries and land ownership to establish secure land tenure.

Engineering surveying is critical for the construction of large-scale civil infrastructure, such as bridges, roads, and tunnels.

Aerial surveying/ photogrammetry involve capturing high-resolution spatial data and measurements from the skies using unmanned aeriel vehicle (UAVs) and aeroplanes

Geodetic surveying involves taking extremely precise measurements to determine the Earth's size, shape, and gravitational field.

Mining surveying manages mine safety and efficiency by monitoring ground movement, locating underground roadways, and calculating resource extraction volumes.

Hydrographic surveying involves mapping the topography of seabeds, rivers, andother waterways to ensure safe navigation and support marine construction.

Benefits of being a Surveyor

Diverse
Work Environments

Access to Cutting-Edge Technology

High Demand &
Job Security

Excellent
Earning
Potential

Make a
Real-World
Impact

Global Opportunities to Travel

Different Roles

Survey Assistant
Survey Technician
Graduate Surveyor
Qualified Surveyor
Certified Surveyor (Engineering and Hydrography)
Registered Surveyor
Senior Surveyor/Project Manager