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    Surveys & Urban Planning at St. Michael's University Institute
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    HND IN Surveys & Urban Planning

    Measure. Plan. Transform.

    Map the land and design livable spaces through surveying, geomatics and sustainable urban planning.

    Program Type
    HND (Higher National Diploma)
    Location
    On-Campus Buea, Cameroon
    Duration
    2 Years (Full-time)
    School
    Engineering
    Learning Mode
    On-Campus
    Internship
    Industry placement required

    Program Overview

    The HND in Surveys & Urban Planning combines land surveying, geomatics and urban design. You'll learn to measure and map land, manage spatial data and plan sustainable, well-organised communities that support growth and quality of life.

    Why Choose Surveys & Urban Planning?

    Master precision surveying

    Work with spatial data & GIS

    Plan livable communities

    Design sustainable growth

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    What You'll Learn

    A balanced curriculum combining theory, hands-on training and real-world application.

    Land Surveying

    • •Leveling
    • •Total stations
    • •GPS/GNSS

    Geomatics & GIS

    • •Mapping
    • •Spatial data
    • •GIS software

    Urban Planning

    • •Land use
    • •Zoning
    • •Master planning

    Cadastre & Land Law

    • •Boundaries
    • •Title
    • •Regulations

    Infrastructure Planning

    • •Roads
    • •Utilities
    • •Services

    Professional Practice

    • •Ethics
    • •Project management
    • •Standards
    Surveys & Urban Planning hands-on training

    Hands-On Learning for Real-World Impact

    Gain practical experience through fieldwork, lab training and industry placements.

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates can pursue diverse and rewarding careers in both the public and private sectors, locally and internationally.

    Surveying Technician
    GIS Analyst
    Urban Planning Assistant
    Cadastre Officer
    Mapping Technician
    Further Studies
    ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

    The Engineering Team

    The School of Engineering at St. Michael's University Institute combines rigorous academic study with hands-on learning, research, and industry-oriented programs. Students develop technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills needed to address changing technological and infrastructural challenges and to practice as competent, responsible engineering professionals.

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    Map Today, Plan Tomorrow

    Build the surveying and planning expertise to shape well-organised, sustainable communities.

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