Course overview
Surveyors use sophisticated technology and scientific principles to provide practical surveying solutions and services to numerous areas of industry and government.
The course draws upon elements from a diversity of disciplines, including computing, engineering, environmental science, geography, geology, physics, mathematics and management.
You’ll study specialist areas such as cadastral surveying, engineering surveying, geodesy and photogrammetry; and related areas such as hydrographic surveying, land development, mine surveying, planning and remote sensing.
You’ll also become familiar with high-tech areas such as airborne and marine navigation, drone surveying, digital mapping, land and environmental management, laser scanning, satellite and space positioning and specialised alignment surveying.
Career outcomes
The average annual salary for a surveyor in Perth, Western Australia, is $135,000 (Source: SEEK, January 2026).
Careers
- Engineering surveyor
- Hydrographic surveyor
- Licensed land surveyor
- Mine surveyor
Industries
- Construction
- Mining and resources
- Government
- Real estate
- Scientific and technical services
Professional accreditation and recognition
Graduates can apply for membership of the Geospatial Council of Australia and the WA Institute of Surveyors.
To become a licensed surveyor requires an additional two years' training. Graduates can apply to the Land Surveyors Licensing Board of Western Australia to enter a practical training agreement. Further licensing in hydrographic surveying and mine surveying is also available.
Why study at Curtin?
World-ranked global university
Curtin ranks in the top 1% of universities worldwide, based on our ARWU ranking. (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2025.)
Industry recognition
Curtin graduates can apply for membership of the Geospatial Council of Australia and the WA Institute of Surveyors.
Unique expertise
Curtin offers the only comprehensive honours degree in surveying in Western Australia.
Hear from our students
"I’m inspired by the creation of modern infrastructure – such as gigantic skyscrapers and sophisticated road networks – and my aim is to be an engineering surveyor take part in creating the infrastructure of the future. I’ve enjoyed how my course blends the theoretical aspects of surveying with practical applications, such as creating maps and learning how to use different instruments. I’ve also gained skills like time management, troubleshooting and collaboration."
Dominic Abalos
Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)
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Entry requirements
To apply for entry into this course, you must have met:
- the course ATAR (Australian Tertiary Academic Rank) or equivalent recognised overseas qualification
- any course-specific requirements
- the English language requirement.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Academic equivalences
You’ll need to demonstrate ATAR equivalence using a recognised qualification. The table below shows common qualifications recognised by Curtin and their indicative equivalent cut-off scores for this course.
Admission cut-off scores by qualification
Australian qualification
Score
ATAR
70
Equivalent qualification
GCE A Level / STPM (best of 3)
5
HKDSE
15
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
24
Canadian Provincial High School Diploma %
60
WAUFP (CPS)
54
India (CBSE and ISC) %
60%
India (HSC) %
65%
Sri Lanka GCE A level
5
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Fees
2026 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$43,202*
Total indicative course fee
$172,808*
2027 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$46,226*
Total indicative course fee
$184,904*
Important information about fees
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Fees are indicative only.
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*First-year fees are based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credits. Your fees will vary depending on the units you choose.
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Tuition fees may increase by up to 8 percent each year and are subject to legislative changes.
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This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. Visit fees and charges for more information.
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These fees apply to international students enrolled at one of Curtin’s Australian campuses. For information about fees at Curtin’s global locations, visit the relevant campus website.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
Curtin Global Future Leaders Scholarship
Curtin Global Future Leader Scholarship provides eligible students a one-off credit of AUD$12,500 against the tuition fee of the course they are undertaking.
Curtin English Scholarship
When you complete a Curtin English course as a pathway into a Curtin University degree course, you will receive a one-off credit of up to AUD$7,496 towards your tuition fees.
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