Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Surveying)

About the course

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Surveying) at UNSW Sydney prepares you for professional practice in land and spatial surveying, combining engineering fundamentals with measurement science, mapping and geospatial technologies. You’ll develop skills in data capture and analysis, positioning, and surveying design for the built and natural environment. This is an undergraduate honours engineering degree focused on surveying. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across land, construction and infrastructure projects, applying advanced surveying and spatial data skills. Typical roles include cadastral/land surveyor, engineering surveyor, hydrographic surveyor, geospatial or GIS specialist, and roles supporting planning, mining and major developments. This undergraduate honours degree supports entry into professional surveying pathways in quantity and land surveying. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)