- ATAR 62.70
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- 2 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- External
- Feb, Sep
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- AUD 9,312
- (Indicative annual fee)
- Springfield 927061
- External 907065
Overview
- Kick-start your surveying career with Australia’s leading surveying education provider - UniSQ’s Associate Degree of Surveying will provide you with the practical skills, industry knowledge and recognised qualification needed to begin your career with confidence.
- Gain insight into the technical and analytical skills required within the profession and develop practical specialist skills and knowledge in global navigation satellite systems, surveying, and project management.
- Explore fundamental metrology, terrestrial mapping, photogrammetry and drone mapping, and develop your knowledge of construction and mining surveying
- Learn to collect, store, adapt and manipulate spatial data to communicate effectively with audiences, including professionals, para-professionals, clients and the wider community.
- Benefit from flexible study options – study online or on-campus, part-time or full-time depending on what suits your career goals and work/life commitments.
High demand
There is a high demand for new surveyors and the career is continuously developing as new technology becomes available.
Rebecca - Engineering and Surveying
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you will have the opportunity to begin your career as a surveying technician or associate.
Surveyors work in a variety of settings including property and land development organisations, surveying companies, construction companies, government institutions, mining companies and private consultancy.
Professional accreditation
When you graduate, you will be eligible to apply for membership with the Geospatial Council of Australia.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Associate Degree of Surveying, you must successfully complete 16 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
You will be required to attend on-campus residential schools as part of this degree. During these sessions, you will attend face-to-face practical classes and workshops, use the laboratory facilities and specialised equipment, and engage with staff and fellow students.
Other study options
If you’re interested in further study, after completion of this degree you can go on to study the Bachelor of Surveying Technology or the Bachelor of Surveying (Honours) (if you meet all the entry requirements).
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent and
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Toowoomba
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 83.90
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 75.00
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 69.75
External
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 87.00
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 72.65
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 65.10
Springfield
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 87.00
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 72.00
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 68.00
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
This degree includes an on-campus residential school component that involves travel, accommodation, and meal expenses.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
You can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Springfield | 927061 |
| External | 907065 |
Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria. Explore the application process that’s right for you.
You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 3.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 8 September | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
Depending on how you applied to study at UniSQ, the process to accept your offer will vary.
Offer to study at UniSQ from QTAC
- QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
- Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
- Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Offer to study from UniSQ
- After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
- Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
The study of surveying focuses on measuring , mapping and recording features of land and surrounding environments using mathematics in conjunction with specialised surveying technology and equipment. During your Associate Degree of Surveying, you will develop practical specialist skills and knowledge in global navigation satellite systems, surveying, drone mapping and project management.
Become confident in your understanding of the underlying principles and concepts fundamental to spatial science and use these newly found skills to undertake further study such as a Bachelor of Surveying Technology, or Bachelor of Surveying (Honours).
The duration of a surveying course will vary, depending on the uni you choose to study with.
At UniSQ an Associate Degree of Surveying will take you approximately two years to complete. Some students choose to study part-time which increases the time it takes to finish the required courses.
After you successfully complete an Associate Degree of Surveying, you can explore career opportunities as a:
- transport planner
- social planner
- environmental planner
- regional and rural planner
- surveying technician
- surveying associate.
A surveying course from UniSQ can open up many opportunities for employment in a variety of settings, including:
- local, state and federal government agencies
- private enterprise/consultancy
- property and land development
- surveying
- construction
- mining
- transportation
- insurance
- utility companies
- emergency services.
Yes you can! The benefit of flexible study is you can study an Associate Degree of Surveying on your own terms, in your own time. Balance your life and family commitments with part-time or full-time study. Immerse yourself on-campus or study your subject theory online while honing your skills on-campus with residential schools. Take one subject at a time, study over summer, or take extra subjects when life allows it. The choice is yours!
Discover the different ways you can study at UniSQ.
The entry requirements to study an Associate Degree of Surveying will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
At UniSQ you must meet a minimum ATAR, pre-requisites and assumed knowledge to enter our Associate Degree of Surveying. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subject areas before you start your degree.
Did you know you may qualify for additional points to improve your Rank? Our Adjustment Factor Pathways can increase your Selection Rank, through the allocation of points in certain circumstances, such as, where you live and the subjects you’ve passed.
For further information on ATAR, pre-requisites and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this degree.
University pathway programs provide students with an entry point to their chosen uni degree without an ATAR score. At UniSQ, our pathway programs will help you reach your individual study goals. Whether you haven’t studied for some time, have completed a TAFE or VET qualification, have not completed high school, or your goals have changed, we have a program to suit your needs.
We understand everyone’s journey to university is different. That’s why we offer UniSQ Ready to help you gain entry into our Associate Degree of Surveying.
Would you like to talk through your study options? Get in touch and we can provide you with the personalised support and advice you need.
