FEDERAL SCHOOL OF SURVEYING ACT

What Is This Policy?

This Act establishes the Federal School of Surveying in Oyo as a federal institution providing education and training in surveying, cartography, and geomatics to supply the public and private sectors with qualified survey professionals.

Who Does It Target?

Students seeking certificate and diploma-level qualifications in surveying and cartography Survey technicians and field workers upgrading their skills Government ministries and agencies requiring trained surveying support staff

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

To produce competent, job-ready survey technicians and sub-professionals for the surveying and geospatial sector in Nigeria, supporting national land administration, mapping, and infrastructure development needs.

Key Features

School Establishment: Creates the Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, as a federal institution with a dedicated mandate for surveying education Certificate and Diploma Programmes: Authorises the school to offer government-recognised certificate and diploma programmes in surveying, cartography, and photogrammetry Governing Board: Establishes a governing board with representation from the surveying profession and government Practical Training: Mandates extensive field-based practical training as a core component of all survey programmes Certification Authority: Empowers the school to award certificates and diplomas accepted by SURCON and the surveying profession

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Operational at the main campus in Oyo Coverage: Nationwide; open to students from all states Funding: Federal government budgetary allocation and student tuition fees

How to Access

Students can apply for admission into certificate and diploma programmes at the Federal School of Surveying, Oyo. Minimum of five credits at WAEC or NECO level including mathematics and relevant sciences Completed admission application form Payment of prescribed application and tuition fees Application method: Federal School of Surveying admissions office, Oyo, Oyo State; or via the school's website

Official Resources

Website: www.fss.gov.ng

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The Federal School of Surveying operates under the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) Act, the Survey Act (Cap S16 LFN 2004), and the Surveyors Council of Nigeria Act. Funded through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011. Aligns with the International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) education standards.