In recent years, there has been an explosion of ideas and technology in Geomatics. For graduates choosing a career in land surveying, these technologies will be as important as the traditional instruments such as the theodolite. For other students an understanding of these new technologies presents a wide range of career opportunities within the geomatics disciplines. The aim of the Bachelor of Geomatics is to prepare students for employment in vocations requiring a knowledge of the geomatic sciences. Career outcomes Graduates of the Spatial Information Systems stream who wish to proceed towards registration must complete the coursework units from the fourth year of the Land Surveying stream.
Further information is available from the degree coordinator.
Graduates may find employment in a wide range of areas including spatial data management, land administration, surveying and mapping, cadastral and engineering surveying, GIS industries, and geodetic agencies. Professional recognition The Bachelor of Geomatics is recognised by the Institution of Surveyors, Australia as providing qualification for graduate membership of the Institution. Corporate membership is granted after an approved period of professional experience. For registration as authorised surveyors by the Tasmanian Surveyors' Board, graduates of the Land Surveying stream must complete two years of supervised practical experience and pass the Board's oral and practical examinations. The fourth year of the course counts towards the professional experience required by the Board.