How to become a rural surveyor
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- a graduate training scheme
University
You'll usually need a degree or postgraduate qualification that is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or approved by the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers.
There's no specific degree subject you need to become a rural surveyor. However, some relevant subjects include:
- geographic information science
- rural estate and land management
- land use and environmental management
- rural business management
- surveying
You might be able to do a postgraduate conversion course if your first degree is not related to surveying.
Graduate training scheme
You could get a postgraduate qualification through a graduate trainee scheme. Find out how to get a place on a graduate scheme.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
- a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course
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Apprenticeship
You could do a surveying degree apprenticeship.
You can find out more about surveying apprenticeships from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 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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Other Routes
You could start as a trainee rural surveyor. You can find opportunities through organisations like the National Trust.
If you're already working for a surveying company, you could get a graduate diploma in surveying from the University College of Estate Management.
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Career tips
You might find it helpful to get some experience in farming or conservation before you apply for jobs. Find out some different ways to get work experience.
Professional and industry bodies
You can join the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers for professional development training and networking opportunities.
Further information
You can get more advice about careers in surveying from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.