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.
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."
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6)
| Locations | Online |
|---|---|
| Next intake | Feb 2026 View more details |
| Study options |
2 years full-time, including holidays (if applicable) This course requires you to be working in the surveying industry with your employer's support. Each week you’ll attend a 2 hours online tutorial for each course, these are scheduled either in the evening from 6pm-8pm and/or Friday mornings 8 am-10am or 10.30 am-12.30pm. All students must attend scheduled tutorials and you’ll also have access to additional course materials online and study these in your own time. Your study will typically take 2-5 years to complete. Part-time study available |
| Total credits | 240 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
Graduates of this qualification will likely be employed as land surveyors doing field and office work associated with land surveying.
Potential employers include:
- Survey Firms
- Engineering Consultancies
- The Mining Industry
- Infrastructure Engineering Contractors
- GIS Consultancies
Topics you'll cover
Graduates will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of how land is regulated and administered in New Zealand for the purpose of land surveying
- Apply knowledge of the land development process to gain consents and approvals
- Apply geodetic control surveying principles in a New Zealand survey practice context
- Apply a range of communication skills and methods relevant to their role in the surveying profession
- Collect, manage and use a range of spatial data Undertake cadastral, topographical, and engineering surveys
Course Fees
Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
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Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
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.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
Other Considerations
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.
English language requirements
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.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Online | 23 Feb 2026 |
Study options
- 2 years full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
- This course requires you to be working in the surveying industry with your employer's support.
Each week you’ll attend a 2 hours online tutorial for each course, these are scheduled either in the evening from 6pm-8pm and/or Friday mornings 8 am-10am or 10.30 am-12.30pm.
All students must attend scheduled tutorials and you’ll also have access to additional course materials online and study these in your own time. Your study will typically take 2-5 years to complete.
- Part-time study available
Important dates
Further Study Options
Courses Currently Under Development at Toi Ohomai, or Offered at Other Institutions
Bachelor of Surveying
