Enrolled candidate guidance
Once you are enrolled as an APC candidate, there are many ways you can get support on your assessment journey
RICS student status is free for those on their way to a professional career in surveying within land, real estate, construction and infrastructure. This includes full and part-time students, as well as apprentices.
Being an RICS student is free and can help you realise your potential by working to the highest standards of education at college or university.
The study help and networking opportunities available to you as an RICS student helps you to not only excel in your course but gives you the support to take your first step to becoming a future leader of the profession.
RICS is the thought leader across land, property, construction and infrastructure and therefore we have access to a wealth of information and knowledge to not only help with your studies but keep you at the forefront of industry developments.
Latest news and articles from RICS
RICS Journals and Modus: High-quality news, opinion and commentary
RICS Professional Standards: Our standards and guidance cover all areas of surveying practice
You automatically become a member of RICS Matrics as part of your RICS Student status. It not only provides an excellent network of local, regional and nationwide contacts but provides a good source of advice as well as being good fun – with regular social events and networking opportunities.
RICS Students are encouraged to become involved locally and can benefit from mentoring schemes, access to literature and market intelligence. Career advice and APC mentoring support is provided in a social environment as well as more formally as part of the university visits and forums. Placements and business opportunities are often offered as part of the RICS Matrics network.
Gaining an RICS accredited degree will put you ahead of the competition.
Once you are working in the field of surveying you can enrol on our Assessment of Professional Competency (APC) and start your journey to becoming a Chartered Surveyor.
More information about the APC route to Chartered qualification
RICS Recruit is our official jobs board, connecting you with professionals surveying jobs worldwide.
Access all jobs as well as articles with tips and advice on careers information, including CV and interview tips.
You can start your journey to an RICS qualification whilst undertaking a work placement.
Become a RICS Student and then follow the steps below :
If you haven't already got an online account, you'll need to create one.
Then you can apply to be a RICS Student
Apply to become a RICS Student