Converting to a career in surveying doesn't mean going back to do another full undergraduate degree.

It simply means completing an intensive postgraduate conversion course.

The course must comprise 1,800 study hours (180 UK credits) such as a Masters course.

Universities can give up to 600 study hours (60 UK credits) for cognate learning on a previous higher education course.

These courses are often combined with work for an employer - some of which are able to sponsor students on the course.

Graduates are then able to divide time between work and study, translating theory into practice as they proceed.

Study is intensive and requires a great deal of commitment and energy but most students agree it's an extremely worthwhile and enjoyable experience.

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