How to become a surveying technician
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
University
You can do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a subject like:
- construction
- building surveying
- civil engineering
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You can take a college course to learn some of the skills needed for the job. This may help you when you apply for a trainee position.
Relevant courses include:
- Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
- Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying
- Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering for Technicians
- T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction
Entry requirements
You may need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T level
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Apprenticeship
You could do a surveying technician advanced apprenticeship.
After you've completed an apprenticeship, you can become an associate member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Professional and industry bodies
You could join the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) as a student or apprentice member. Once you're qualified, you can be an associate member.
Further information
You can find out more about surveying careers and training from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.