BH116 - Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)
Plan: BH116 - Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours)
Award abbreviation: BAppSc(Surv)(Hons)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: 4 years full time (8 semesters)
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
ASCED code: 031101
CRICOS code: 084350E
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying)(Honours) degree will engender in you the ability to apply scientific principles in professional practice as well as research establishments. On completion of the program, you will have a sound scientific knowledge providing the foundation for a professional career in the Surveying and Geospatial Science industries.
The program objectives are:
- to develop your knowledge and fundamental skills essential for all aspects of work and research in the geospatial sciences and surveying industries;
- to provide you with the opportunity to build then demonstrate knowledge in all areas of geospatial science and surveying applications including engineering and topographical (city and town) surveying; cadastral surveying (the definition of property boundaries); mining and hydrographic surveying (depth of water, nature of sea beds, location of currents, etc); land development and geographic information systems (GIS), cartography, mapping, and geographical visualisation;
- to demonstrate your capabilities through field work, presentations, projects and reports;
- to prepare you for research and work in the geospatial sciences and surveying practices to lead the way in a changing global market confronted by technological, economic, cultural, environmental and regulatory forces.
You will complete a minimum of 240 hours of work experience in external employment (as required by the Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria for the program accreditation) which will be recognised by credit in courses GEOM2163 Geospatial Science Work Experience 1 & GEOM2164 Geospatial Science Work Experience 2.
You will also undertake a capstone experience in the final year courses GEOM2114 Geospatial Science Major Project A and GEOM2115 Geospatial Science Major Project B, in which you will conduct an independent research project that must demonstrate elements of research and enquiry, including a literature review, analysis and discussion. All projects are reviewed by an industry panel as a part of the assessment.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
| If you have completed the: | Advanced Diploma of Surveying |
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| You have guaranteed entry into the: | BH116, Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying)(Honours) |
| GPA: | N/A |
| and if selected you will get credit for: | 8 Courses - equivalent to 96 credit points |
| The courses for which you will get credit are: |
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* Previously credited to GEOM1022 - Physical Geography
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Very Important: This plan is being phased out.
BH116 - Bachelor of Surveying (Honours) plan has been discontinued and will no longer accept new students after Semester 2 2022.
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 20 in one of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
The program is currently externally accredited through the Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria (SRBV). This means that the Board has identified it as one of the qualifications that leads to registration as a Licensed Surveyor in Victoria. More information about the process for becoming registered following graduation can
be found on the Board's website (http://www.surveyorsboard.vic.gov.au/). SRBV is also a member of the Council of Reciprocating Surveyors Boards of Australia and New Zealand (CRSBANZ). The Council oversees the reciprocal recognition of surveyor licensing between Australian States and Territories and New Zealand. The SRBV website above provides informaiton about reciprocal recognition.
The program also has international external accreditation through the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) which is an international association of professional surveyors.
The School of Science also has extensive links with industry across all streams of this program, including cartography, spatial sciences and surveying.
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours) enjoys an excellent academic and vocational reputation. The program is widely recognised by industry employers as producing graduates who are well informed, motivated, adaptable and industry ready. In fact, the range of capabilities of our graduates has often led to them being singled-out and eagerly snapped-up by prospective employers.
As a graduate, you will be eligible to apply for admission to the Institution of Surveyors (Victoria) and the Surveying & Spatial Sciences Institute of Australia (SSSI) and RICS.
An Industry Advisory Committee comprising senior industry figures representing the spatial sciences meets regularly to ensure the program's relevance to the surveying and geospatial information industries. Industry partners form a strong link with RMIT, with a number of opportunities for students to participate in industry related teaching and learning activities, such as field and project work.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the library
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com. [add link to discipline area where appropriate].
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
A Geospatial Science Library Guide for surveying and geospatial science is available at: http://rmit.libguides.com/geospatial
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
transition to tertiary study and learning
study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
career development and employment
living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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