Kickstart your surveying career

Become a residential surveyor in just 24 months with the Sava School of Surveying. Our industry-recognised Diploma in Residential Surveying and Valuation is the UK's leading professional route into the industry, sought after by surveying firms.

What does a residential surveyor do?

Residential surveyors are the "house detectives" inspecting people’s homes for issues and defects and reporting on condition. As a surveyor, you'll typically be offering your expert advice to homebuyers, owners and housing providers as they invest in their properties. Many residential surveyors are also qualified to carry out valuations for lenders and private clients. 

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How can I qualify as a residential surveyor?

Here at the Sava School of Surveying, we offer the UK's leading professional route into residential surveying through our Level 6 Diploma in Residential Surveying and Valuation. This industry-recognised qualification opens the door to a rewarding and respected career in property surveying - perfect for complete career changers and those looking to step up in property.

How does Sava's surveyor training work?

Mobile Hero Banner - SSoSOur training programme is designed to be completed part-time through blended learning, enabling you to continue working while you study. Our expert trainers will teach you everything you need to know from the ground up, including residential construction, building pathology, surveying technique and valuation methodology. During your training, you'll attend a mix of face-to-face and virtual learning days, including 5 practical visits to our training properties, plus supplementary online learning through our state-of-the-art Sava Learn platform. 

Unlike a university where the focus is on theory, at the Sava School of Surveying we value applied learning through practical, hands-on teaching, giving you the skills and knowledge to practise as soon as you emerge from the programme.

With us, you can expect: 

  • Part-time learning

    With an average of just two contact days per month, you can learn alongside your existing role.

  • Accredited training

    Our qualifications are accredited by the Awarding Body for the Built Environment (ABBE) and regulated by Ofqual.

  • Expert tutors

    Our trainers are all renowned surveyors, valuers and property professionals who are active in their fields.

  • In-demand qualification

    Our surveying graduates are sought-after by UK surveying firms, and have a 95% employment rate.

  • Professional memberships

    Apply for direct entry into the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).

  • High salary prospects

    On average, Sava surveying graduates are earning a basic salary of £60k after just two years in the field.

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Kudos from employers

Callum Walker, Sava Graduate

"After meeting surveyors during my estate agency roles and shadowing them, I knew it would be a something I'd enjoy.  It's the best thing I've ever done from a career perspective."

- Callum Walker, Sava School of Surveying graduate and owner of WR Surveying

Vicky Newby

"Sava gave me the qualification that allowed me to do the job that I do today, and a job I really love. It was a great course that I really enjoyed doing...I wouldn't look back."

- Vicky Newby, Sava School of Surveying graduate and professional surveyor at a firm based in London/S.East

Talk to us

If you're ready to take your career in a new direction, get in touch with a Sava School of Surveying course advisor today. We can take you through the exciting role of a residential surveyor and how our surveying diploma can help you get there. Talk to us to explore: 

  • Upcoming intakes and locations
  • Modules and assessment methods
  • Course fees and payment options
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Visit our main website: www.sava.co.uk

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