Surveying and design involve measuring land, structures, and spaces to gather precise data for planning and construction projects. Surveyors use specialized tools to assess land features, boundaries, and topography, which are crucial for designing infrastructure like roads, buildings, and utilities. The design aspect focuses on creating plans and layouts based on these measurements to ensure accuracy and functionality in construction.

Surveying and design suit individuals who are detail-oriented, enjoy working both outdoors and with technology, and have strong mathematical and analytical skills. It’s ideal for those who like problem-solving, precision, and contributing to the development of physical spaces and structures.

There are many elements to surveying and design and depending on the level of course that you start with us you can look forward to studying many of these topics during your time with us including:

• Sustainability and modernising construction techniques
• Digital technology
• Building technology
• Design
• Project management
• Health and safety

You are assessed by a variety of methods including: • Practical observations • Oral questioning • Written modular tests. • Production of a portfolio of evidence • Internally and externally set assignments and/or examinations • A period of 315 hours of work experience.

The table shows you both the construction and engineering area routes along with the levels you are likely to study at depending upon your final GCSE grades. Offers will be made based on your indicated grades and the levels available within the progression table.

• No GCSE results for Level 1
• 3 x GCSEs at grade 3 including English and/or maths for Level 2
• 4 x GCSEs at grade 4 including English and maths for Level 3
• 5 x GCSEs at grade 4 including English and maths for T Level, Level 3