# South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) Bursary Programme 2027: Funding for Geomatics, Surveying & GIS Students

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The South African Geomatics Council offers a bursary to students studying geomatics and related spatial-science qualifications at universities and universities of technology. It can cover tuition fees and gives access to mentorship and networking within the profession, for students who show financial need and a strong academic record.

Applications for this intake are closed (closed 31 Oct 2026).

South African Geomatics Council usually opens again at about the same time each year. Its page lists every intake we have seen and when each one closed.

- [See all South African Geomatics Council intakes](https://bursaryza.co.za/provider/south-african-geomatics-council)

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- [South African Geomatics Council](https://bursaryza.co.za/provider/south-african-geomatics-council)

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31 Oct 2026

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- [Free State](https://bursaryza.co.za/province/free-state)

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South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) Bursary Programme 2027: Funding for Geomatics, Surveying & GIS Students is a bursary offered by South African Geomatics Council in Free State. Applications close on 31 Oct 2026.

## Who can apply

- BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Land Surveying;
- BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Engineering Surveying;
- BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Photogrammetric Surveying;
- BSc Honours Mine Surveying;
- BSc Honours Geoinformatics;
- GIS and Remote Sensing;
- BSc Mine Surveying;
- BSc Geoinformatics;
- Spatial Science;
- Bachelor in Geomatics/Built Environment – Engineering Surveying;
- Bachelor in Geomatics/Built Environment – GISc;
- Advanced Diploma in Geomatics – Engineering Surveying; and
- Diploma in Geomatics – GISc/Engineering Science.
- Because qualification names can differ between institutions, applicants should not decide eligibility purely from a course title.
- Confirm that your programme satisfies SAGC’s accreditation and bursary requirements.
- According to SAGC’s published eligibility criteria, applicants must be enrolled in full-time study at a higher education institution offering an SAGC-accredited qualification.
- financial need; and
- a strong academic record.
- Both conditions matter.
- This is therefore not simply an academic-merit scholarship where household circumstances are irrelevant, nor should applicants assume that financial need alone guarantees selection.
- The programme combines financial need with academic merit.
- This is particularly important for a profession such as geomatics.
- Before committing to a qualification, investigate the qualification itself and the professional pathway associated with it.
- The Edupstairs Career & Qualification Explorer brings together more than 1,500 South African OFO careers and over 22,000 SAQA qualification records, allowing students to investigate qualifications, NQF levels, credits and career-to-qualification connections.
- Land Surveyor → Surveyor → Geomatics → GIS → Geoinformatics → Mine Surveying → Spatial Science
- You can also read the Edupstairs guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before making an important study decision.
- Remember that SAQA registration of a qualification and professional recognition by a statutory professional body are related but distinct issues.
- For a regulated profession, investigate both.
- Use the Career & Qualification Explorer to investigate South African careers, OFO occupations, SAQA qualifications, NQF levels and career-to-qualification connections.
- Read the Edupstairs guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before enrolling.

## Documents you will need

- SAGC lists several supporting documents applicants may need to submit with their applications.
- Matric certificate, if already completed;
- identity document;
- tertiary qualification certificate(s), where applicable;
- latest examination results, where available;
- provisional university or university-of-technology acceptance letter;
- proof of registration at the institution; and
- proof of household income from a parent or guardian.
- Applicants should also prepare the covering letter requested by SAGC.
- Do not leave document preparation until the closing date.
- University documentation, academic records and household-income evidence can sometimes take longer to obtain than expected.
- Check the application against SAGC’s document requirements.
- Make sure scanned documents are complete and readable.

## How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to South African Geomatics Council - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

- [Go to the application page](https://sagc.org.za/bursaries/?utm_source=bursaryza.co.za&utm_medium=apply&utm_campaign=bursary&utm_content=south-african-geomatics-council-south-african-geomatics-council-sagc)

Always verify the details on the official page before applying - closing dates, eligibility and required documents can change without notice. This page summarises publicly available information to help you decide.

## Full details

South African students studying for qualifications in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Engineering Surveying, Geographic Information Science (GISc), Mine Surveying, Geoinformatics and related spatial-science fields may want to look at this funding opportunity.

The South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) is inviting qualifying students to apply for its Council Bursary Programme. The programme aims to grow the next generation of professionals in South Africa's geomatics sector.

### Check if you qualify before you apply

This opportunity is mainly for students who are enrolled, or about to register, for recognised geomatics qualifications at universities and universities of technology.

According to the current official SAGC bursary information, the programme can offer financial help, including support for tuition fees. Bursary recipients may also get professional mentorship, guidance and networking opportunities in the geomatics field.

Applications close on 31 October 2026.

Do not see this only as money for study. Geomatics is a professional career that covers areas such as surveying, geospatial information, GIS, mapping, spatial data, mine surveying and geoinformatics.

Before you apply, use the Career and Qualification Explorer to look up South African careers, OFO occupations, SAQA qualifications and NQF levels linked to the field you want to study.

## Quick overview of the SAGC Bursary Programme 2027

## What is the South African Geomatics Council?

The South African Geomatics Council is the statutory professional body for the geomatics profession. It works under the Geomatics Profession Act 19 of 2013.

Geomatics is much more than measuring land.

Modern geomatics professionals can work with technologies and fields that include:

- land surveying;
- engineering surveying;
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS);
- geospatial information;
- mine surveying;
- mapping;
- remote sensing;
- geoinformatics;
- spatial information;
- positioning technologies;
- photogrammetry;
- cadastral information; and
- spatial-data management.

The profession sits where engineering, geography, information technology, data and the built environment meet.

Geomatics professionals can work on projects involving roads, mines, buildings, property boundaries, municipal infrastructure, land administration, construction, environmental management, urban development and digital mapping.

If you enjoy Mathematics, Geography, technology, maps, data, the built environment or working with spatial information, geomatics may be worth looking into.

## What is the SAGC Council Bursary Programme?

The SAGC Council Bursary Programme aims to help build the next generation of South African geomatics professionals.

SAGC says the bursary is linked to the Geomatics Profession Act. It is meant to support students as they move through their studies towards careers in the profession.

This is not a general bursary for every field of study.

It focuses only on qualifications connected to the geomatics profession.

According to SAGC, bursary recipients may get support in four key areas.

1. Financial assistance

SAGC says financial assistance includes tuition fees.

Check your individual bursary award and agreement for the final funding. Do not assume that every study cost will be paid.

1. Academic merit

The selection process puts a lot of weight on hardworking students with strong academic results.

Send in your latest and most complete academic records.

1. Mentorship and guidance

Bursary recipients may get guidance and mentorship from professionals working in the geomatics industry.

This can be very useful in a regulated profession, where finishing your studies and moving towards professional recognition happen in separate stages.

1. Professional networking

SAGC also points to networking opportunities.

Getting to know professionals while you study can help you understand professional registration, career specialisations, workplace expectations and opportunities in the sector.

## Fields of study funded by the SAGC bursary

The official SAGC bursary information lists several eligible study areas.

### Diploma in Geomatics

Students doing a Diploma in Geomatics may be considered where the programme focuses on areas such as:

- Engineering Surveying
- Geographic Information Science (GISc)

A diploma can lead into technical and professional parts of geomatics, depending on the exact qualification and the registration requirements that follow.

### Mine Surveying

Mine Surveying is also on the list.

Mine surveyors measure, record and map mine workings and related spatial information. They play an important role in the mining industry.

If this path interests you, also look at mining-sector development opportunities through the SETA Platform, including the Mining Qualifications Authority and related workplace-development routes.

### Bachelor of Geomatics

SAGC lists Bachelor of Geomatics programmes that specialise in:

- Engineering Surveying; and
- Geographic Information Science (GISc).

### BSc Geomatics

Relevant BSc Geomatics routes include:

- Land Surveying; and
- Geographic Information Science.

### BSc Geoinformatics

Geoinformatics brings together geographic information, computing, spatial-data analysis and related technology.

SAGC includes:

- BSc Geoinformatics; and
- BSc Honours Geoinformatics.

### Other qualifications listed by SAGC

The SAGC bursary page also names qualifications that students registering for, or already registered for, may take:

Qualification names can differ between institutions, so do not decide if you qualify based on the course title alone.

Confirm that your programme meets SAGC's accreditation and bursary requirements.

## Who can apply for the SAGC Bursary Programme?

Under SAGC's published eligibility criteria, applicants must be studying full time at a higher education institution that offers an SAGC-accredited qualification.

Applicants must also show:

You need both.

This is not only a merit scholarship that ignores household circumstances. Financial need alone also does not guarantee that you will be selected.

The programme looks at financial need and academic merit together.

## Check that your qualification is recognised

This matters a lot for a profession like geomatics.

Before you commit to a qualification, look into the qualification itself and the professional route that goes with it.

The Career and Qualification Explorer covers more than 1,500 South African OFO careers and over 22,000 SAQA qualification records. You can look into qualifications, NQF levels, credits and links between careers and qualifications.

Try searching terms such as:

Land Surveyor, Surveyor, Geomatics, GIS, Geoinformatics, Mine Surveying, Spatial Science

You can also read the guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before you make an important study decision.

SAQA registration of a qualification and professional recognition by a statutory professional body are related, but they are not the same thing.

For a regulated profession, check both.

## Find universities offering geomatics-related programmes

If you are planning for 2027, use the University Explorer to compare South African universities, programmes, APS requirements, required school subjects, application information and student funding resources.

This matters most if you are in Grade 12 now or have not yet secured a place.

Do not make the mistake of applying only for the bursary.

Your university application and your bursary application are two separate processes.

A sensible order is:

Choose a career, identify the correct qualification, find an accredited institution, apply for admission, apply for the SAGC bursary, then apply for other funding opportunities

If you are interested in surveying and geomatics, pay close attention to programme-specific Mathematics, Physical Sciences and other subject requirements where they apply.

Admission requirements vary between institutions and programmes.

## What about TVET College students?

The current SAGC bursary information focuses on higher-education geomatics qualifications, such as Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Bachelor's Degrees and Honours programmes.

Do not assume that a TVET College engineering programme automatically qualifies for the SAGC bursary.

Even so, South Africa's vocational education system is very relevant to young people exploring technical and built-environment careers.

The TVET College Explorer covers all 50 public TVET Colleges. You can look into programmes, campuses, entry requirements, application information and NSFAS resources.

You can also use the 2027 TVET College Applications guide to follow application information at the country's public colleges.

For this bursary, though, follow the qualification requirements that SAGC states.

## Explore SETA opportunities in the built environment

If you want to study geomatics, also understand South Africa's skills-development system.

The SETA Platform brings together all 21 South African SETAs and more than 1,000 programme records. It covers bursaries, internships, learnerships, WIL, apprenticeships, occupational qualifications and candidacy programmes.

Geomatics overlaps with sectors such as construction, mining, engineering and the built environment.

For example, the SETA Platform includes built-environment career-development and candidacy routes linked to CETA. Mining students can look into the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA).

You can also read the guide to the 21 SETAs in South Africa and their learnerships, bursaries and apprenticeships.

These SETA opportunities are separate from the SAGC bursary. They are not SAGC eligibility requirements.

## Documents required for the SAGC bursary application

SAGC lists several supporting documents that you may need to send with your application.

These include:

- Matric certificate, if you have already completed it;
- identity document;
- tertiary qualification certificate(s), where they apply;
- latest examination results, where available;
- provisional university or university-of-technology acceptance letter;
- proof of registration at the institution; and
- proof of household income from a parent or guardian.

You should also prepare the covering letter that SAGC asks for.

Do not leave your documents until the closing date.

University documents, academic records and proof of household income can take longer to get than you expect.

## Your SAGC covering letter matters

SAGC asks applicants to include a covering letter that explains their aspirations and goals.

Do not treat it as a formality.

Your letter should clearly explain:

Why you chose geomatics, what area interests you, what you hope to achieve professionally, why you need financial help, and how the bursary would help you finish your studies

Avoid writing only something like this:

I need this bursary because I cannot afford university.

Financial need matters, but your letter should also show that you understand the field you have chosen and that you have a clear academic and professional direction.

## How to apply for the SAGC Bursary Programme 2027

To apply, you get the prescribed SAGC bursary application form and send it in with the required supporting documents.

### Step 1: Visit the official SAGC Bursaries page

Start on the official South African Geomatics Council Bursaries page.

This matters because SAGC can change the application form, requirements or instructions.

### Step 2: Download the official application form

The official bursary page has the SAGC bursary application form.

Use the current form from SAGC, not an old copy from an unrelated bursary website.

### Step 3: Complete the application carefully

Give accurate information throughout the form.

Take extra care with information about:

- your qualification;
- institution;
- academic history;
- household circumstances;
- contact information; and
- funding needs.

### Step 4: Prepare your supporting documents

Check your application against SAGC's document requirements.

Make sure scanned documents are complete and easy to read.

### Step 5: Write your covering letter

Explain your career goals and why you want to build a career in the geomatics profession.

### Step 6: Submit your application

Send your completed application and supporting documents to the SAGC bursary email address listed on the official SAGC bursary page.

You can get the application form and the current instructions from the official SAGC bursary application page.

### SAGC bursary closing date

The current official SAGC bursary page gives the closing date as 31 October 2026.

If you are preparing for the 2027 academic year, send your application before this deadline.

Do not wait until the last hours.

## Need more information?

SAGC lists contact details for bursary enquiries on its official bursary page.

SAGC lists a telephone line and a bursary email address for enquiries on its official bursary page.

Contact SAGC directly if you are not sure whether a qualification or institution meets the bursary requirements.

## Latest bursaries published by BursaryZA

Do not depend on one bursary application.

Even a strong applicant is not guaranteed funding, so apply for several legitimate opportunities that you meet the requirements for.

Here are some of the latest bursary opportunities and funding guides:

### Magalies Water Bursary Programme 2027

This bursary supports selected qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Care, Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology/Microbiology and ICT. It is worth a look if you are considering engineering and technical careers.

### KZN EDTEA Economics Bursary Programme 2027

KwaZulu-Natal students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who want to study Economics at undergraduate level can look into this provincial funding opportunity.

### Harmony Gold Mine Bursary Programme 2027

This is especially relevant to SAGC readers, because Harmony's funded study areas include Survey and Planning, along with Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geology and Extractive Metallurgy.

If you are interested in Mine Surveying, look into both opportunities if you meet the requirements for each.

### Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Bursary Programme 2027

The LDARD bursary is another funding route for qualifying students in priority agriculture and related fields.

### Free State Provincial Government Full Time Bursary Programme 2027

Unemployed Free State youth aged 18 - 35 can look into funding for priority Diploma and Degree studies, subject to the programme's eligibility requirements.

### AGSA/Solarpop Bursary Programme 2026

Students who are already studying and have outstanding fees for the current 2026 academic year can look into the AGSA/Solarpop opportunity.

### NSFAS applications for 2027: university and TVET funding guide

Look into NSFAS if you plan to study at an eligible public university or TVET College and meet the funding requirements that apply.

Different bursaries can have rules about other funding you receive. Always declare existing funding and follow the conditions of each bursary provider.

## Build your complete geomatics career pathway

If you are interested in this bursary, think beyond the funding.

Your pathway could look like this:

Matric, research a geomatics career, identify an SAGC-recognised qualification, apply to a university or university of technology, apply for bursaries, complete the qualification, do workplace or candidacy development, get professional registration, then work in geomatics

Use BursaryZA tools to research each part of that journey.

### Continue to research learning pathways

### Career and qualification research

Use the Career and Qualification Explorer to look into South African careers, OFO occupations, SAQA qualifications, NQF levels and links between careers and qualifications.

### University applications

Use the University Explorer to compare South African universities, courses, APS requirements, subjects, application information and funding resources.

### TVET College alternatives

Explore all 50 public TVET Colleges with the TVET College Explorer and look into vocational and occupational study routes.

### SETAs, workplace learning and professional development

Use the SETA Platform to explore all 21 SETAs, bursaries, learnerships, apprenticeships, internships, WIL, qualifications, candidacy programmes and skills-development routes.

### Check your qualification

Read the guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before you enrol.

### 2027 study funding

Read the NSFAS Applications for 2027 University and TVET Funding Guide, and keep applying for other bursaries you qualify for.

### Tools you may find useful:

### View other employment opportunities here

### Need help?

Geomatics is a career field that many South African learners never hear about properly at high school.

Do not rule it out just because you have never heard anyone say they want to become a geomatics professional.

Find out what the profession actually involves.

If you enjoy Mathematics, Geography, maps, spatial data, technology, surveying, engineering, mining, infrastructure or GIS, start with the Career and Qualification Explorer and look at the career and qualification routes available.

Then use the University Explorer to find suitable programmes and admission requirements.

Most importantly, do not wait for bursary results before you apply to study.

Apply for admission and funding at the same time.

Do not depend on SAGC alone. Apply for other legitimate bursaries that you qualify for.

## Frequently asked questions

1. Is the SAGC Bursary Programme open for students studying in 2027?

The current SAGC bursary application cycle closes on 31 October 2026. This makes it relevant to students preparing for the 2027 academic year.

1. What does SAGC stand for?

SAGC stands for the South African Geomatics Council.

1. What fields does the SAGC bursary fund?

The programme focuses on geomatics-related studies, including Land Surveying, Engineering Surveying, GISc, Mine Surveying, Geoinformatics, Spatial Science and related recognised qualifications.

1. Can GIS students apply?

Yes. Geographic Information Science (GISc) is one of the study areas SAGC lists.

1. Can Mine Surveying students apply?

Yes. Mine Surveying is one of the fields SAGC names.

1. Can Geoinformatics students apply?

Yes. BSc Geoinformatics and BSc Honours Geoinformatics are included in SAGC's published study fields.

1. Does SAGC require financial need?

Yes. SAGC says applicants must show financial need as well as a strong academic record.

1. Must I study full time?

Yes. The eligibility information refers to applicants enrolled in full-time programmes at higher education institutions that offer SAGC-accredited qualifications.

1. Does the bursary cover tuition?

SAGC says its financial assistance includes tuition fees. Check your bursary award conditions for the exact funding package.

1. What documents are required?

SAGC lists an ID, a Matric certificate where applicable, tertiary certificates where applicable, latest examination results, provisional acceptance documents, proof of registration and proof of household income.

1. Do I need a motivation or covering letter?

Yes. SAGC asks applicants to include a covering letter that shares their aspirations and goals.

1. Where can I get the application form?

Use the official SAGC Bursaries page and download the current application form.

1. Where do I submit my application?

Send applications and supporting documents to the SAGC bursary email address on the official SAGC bursary page.

1. When does the SAGC bursary close?

The official SAGC page gives the closing date as 31 October 2026.

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## Disclaimer

BursaryZA is not the South African Geomatics Council. We do not run the SAGC Council Bursary Programme, receive applications, shortlist candidates, select beneficiaries or award bursary funding.

This explainer is based mainly on the current official South African Geomatics Council bursary information, along with our own research into careers, qualifications, universities, TVET Colleges, SETAs, NSFAS and recently published bursary opportunities.

Use the official SAGC website, application form and direct instructions as the final guide to eligibility, accredited qualifications, supporting documents, funding, selection, application procedures and deadlines.

Never pay anyone who says they can guarantee you an SAGC bursary, university admission or professional registration.

## Editorial integrity

We checked the current official SAGC bursary page before preparing this explainer.

The 31 October 2026 closing date, full-time study requirement, financial-need requirement, academic-merit requirement, listed fields of study, supporting-document requirements, covering-letter instruction, application email and stated bursary benefits are based on SAGC's current published information.

Official SAGC information and application: visit the South African Geomatics Council Bursaries page.

Closing date: 31 October 2026.

BursaryZA is a registered non-profit organisation. NPO No: 232 - 182, Public Benefit Organisation (PBO): 930066984. We do not ask people for money or CVs for jobs. Be aware of fake job postings and recruitment fraud. Use the SCAM detector tool to spot a scam before you apply.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) Bursary Programme 2027: Funding for Geomatics, Surveying & GIS Students?

The South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) Bursary Programme 2027: Funding for Geomatics, Surveying & GIS Students is a bursary offered by South African Geomatics Council for South African students and applicants interested in Engineering, Accounting/Finance, and Commerce/Business. The South African Geomatics Council offers a bursary to students studying geomatics and related spatial-science qualifications at universities and universities of technology. It can cover tuition fees and gives access to mentorship and networking within the profession, for students who show financial need and a strong academic record. You can read the full details, eligibility criteria, and application steps on this page before you apply.

### Who qualifies for the South African Geomatics Council bursary?

To qualify for the South African Geomatics Council bursary, applicants generally need to meet a few key conditions. These include BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Land Surveying;, BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Engineering Surveying;, and BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Photogrammetric Surveying;. It is open to applicants at Matric, TVET, and Diploma level. Read every requirement carefully on the official listing, because meeting all of them improves your chances of being shortlisted.

### When does the South African Geomatics Council bursary close?

According to our sources, the South African Geomatics Council bursary closes on 31 October 2026. We last checked this listing on 11 November 2026. We always recommend verifying the closing date on the official listing, as providers sometimes extend or bring forward their deadlines.

### What documents do I need to apply?

For the South African Geomatics Council bursary you will typically need to prepare SAGC lists several supporting documents applicants may need to submit with their applications., Matric certificate, if already completed;, identity document;, and tertiary qualification certificate(s), where applicable;. Make sure any copies you submit are certified and clearly legible, as incomplete applications are often rejected. It also helps to scan everything in advance so you can upload or attach the documents quickly when you apply.

### How do I apply for the South African Geomatics Council bursary?

The application process involves obtaining the prescribed SAGC bursary application form and submitting it with the required supporting documentation. Completed applications and relevant supporting documents must be submitted to: bursary@sagc.org.za Applicants can obtain the application form and current instructions through the official SAGC bursary application page. You can start your application using the official link provided on this page. Apply early and keep a copy of any reference number or confirmation you receive, in case you need to follow up.

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### Do you qualify?

Check each requirement before you apply.

BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Land Surveying;

BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Engineering Surveying;

BSc Surveying/Geomatics – Photogrammetric Surveying;

BSc Honours Mine Surveying;

BSc Honours Geoinformatics;

GIS and Remote Sensing;

BSc Mine Surveying;

BSc Geoinformatics;

Spatial Science;

Bachelor in Geomatics/Built Environment – Engineering Surveying;

Bachelor in Geomatics/Built Environment – GISc;

Advanced Diploma in Geomatics – Engineering Surveying; and

Diploma in Geomatics – GISc/Engineering Science.

Because qualification names can differ between institutions, applicants should not decide eligibility purely from a course title.

Confirm that your programme satisfies SAGC’s accreditation and bursary requirements.

According to SAGC’s published eligibility criteria, applicants must be enrolled in full-time study at a higher education institution offering an SAGC-accredited qualification.

financial need; and

a strong academic record.

Both conditions matter.

This is therefore not simply an academic-merit scholarship where household circumstances are irrelevant, nor should applicants assume that financial need alone guarantees selection.

The programme combines financial need with academic merit.

This is particularly important for a profession such as geomatics.

Before committing to a qualification, investigate the qualification itself and the professional pathway associated with it.

The Edupstairs Career & Qualification Explorer brings together more than 1,500 South African OFO careers and over 22,000 SAQA qualification records, allowing students to investigate qualifications, NQF levels, credits and career-to-qualification connections.

Land Surveyor → Surveyor → Geomatics → GIS → Geoinformatics → Mine Surveying → Spatial Science

You can also read the Edupstairs guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before making an important study decision.

Remember that SAQA registration of a qualification and professional recognition by a statutory professional body are related but distinct issues.

For a regulated profession, investigate both.

Use the Career & Qualification Explorer to investigate South African careers, OFO occupations, SAQA qualifications, NQF levels and career-to-qualification connections.

Read the Edupstairs guide on how to find recognised SAQA qualifications for 2027 before enrolling.

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