Annual Salary
£22,000 to £43,000
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Rural surveyors value farms and areas of land, plan how land is used and advise clients.
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: evenings / weekends; attending events or appointments
There will be
2.4% more Rural surveyor jobs in 2027.
In this role you could:
You could work on a country estate or on a farm.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers and you'll travel often.
You can get into this job through:
You'll usually need a degree or postgraduate qualification that is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or approved by the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers.
There's no specific degree subject you need to become a rural surveyor. However, some relevant subjects include:
You might be able to do a postgraduate conversion course if your first degree is not related to surveying.
Graduate training scheme
You could get a postgraduate qualification through a graduate trainee scheme. Find out how to get a place on a graduate scheme.
You'll usually need:
You could do a surveying degree apprenticeship.
You can find out more about surveying apprenticeships from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
You'll usually need:
You could start as a trainee rural surveyor. You can find opportunities through organisations like the National Trust.
If you're already working for a surveying company, you could get a graduate diploma in surveying from the University College of Estate Management.
You might find it helpful to get some experience in farming or conservation before you apply for jobs. Find out some different ways to get work experience.
You can join the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers for professional development training and networking opportunities.
You can get more advice about careers in surveying from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
With experience you could:specialise in a particular area of rural surveying like valuations; become a senior rural surveyor or a partner in a private practice; become a self-employed consultant
You'll need: