Foundation Studies - Engineering and Science (FS022SES) (108492M)+ Bachelor of Applied Science - Surveying (Honours) (BH116) (084350E)

Foundation Studies - Engineering and Science (FS022SES) (108492M): Foundation Studies is chosen by international students all over the world as their pathway to higher education at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Foundation Studies is a fully owned entity of the university. The program provides students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for their future academic success.

Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Melbourne, close to cafés, shops, arts and entertainment precincts, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training’s Foundation Studies specialist staff support students every step of the way. The university provides opportunities to develop their global and social network, setting them up for success at the university and into the future.

To ensure students get the best start to their studies, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology has invested in careers counselling, academic and welfare support for international students to access when and where it suits them.

Foundation Studies gives students the opportunity to study the subjects that align with their interests and study goals. They can choose from streams in: • Art, Design and Architecture • Business • Communication and Social Context • Engineering and Science • Health • Information Technology (IT)

Bachelor of Applied Science - Surveying (Honours) (BH116) (084350E):

Surveying is an exciting career often involving travel with a mix of outdoor and indoor work. Opportunities are forecast to keep growing with a current shortage of qualified professionals.

Surveyors use advanced equipment and specialized software to determine the accurate position of features. These include: • robotic laser instruments to observe and record surveys • light beams to electronically measure distance • satellite positioning technology (GPS) to fix positions

This degree provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed as a professional surveyor. These include: • a thorough knowledge of algebra, basic calculus, geometry, and trigonometry • the laws that deal with surveys, property, and contracts • the ability to use delicate instruments with accuracy and precision