Course description
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
A career in quantity surveying is both diverse and exciting – one where you could work all over the world, taking on new challenges right at the forefront of the built environment. You will have fantastic career prospects and the opportunity to learn a broad set of skills.
This is an industry-recognised qualification that provides you with the academic preparation you need for a career as a chartered surveyor. It is a fully supported online programme with great flexibility to earn while you learn, giving you the ability to study anywhere in the world.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
You are required to be 18 years or over at the start of your programme.
THIS PROGRAMME IS FOR YOU IF:
- You want to begin or enhance your career as a professional quantity surveyor
- You want to study an accredited programme and gain professional membership
- You want to learn the principles of quantity surveying and strengthen your skills in the practice
Requirements
- 96 UCAS tariff points (or an equivalent level of attainment through recognised qualifications not included in the UCAS tariff)
- All UCEM programmes are taught and assessed in English. In addition to the programme entry requirements listed above, all applicants will therefore be required to demonstrate adequate proficiency in the language before being admitted to a programme.
- GCSE Grade 4 (or C) or above in Mathematics or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in Mathematics as defined by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England.
For other entry requirements, and alternative means of entry, please contact the institute.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
BSc (HONS) in Quantity Surveying
Training Course Content
Autumn Entry
Part Time
Semester One
- Law for the Built Environment
- People and Organisational Management
- Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
- Measurement and Quantification of Construction Work
- Contract Administration and Practice
- Estimating and Tendering
- Construction Law
- Commercial Management in Construction
- Construction Project Management
- Project (continued)
Semester Two
- Digital Technologies
- Construction Technology 1
- Construction Technology 2
- Economics for the Built Environment
- Construction Technology 3
- Design Economics and Cost Planning
- Professional Quantity Surveying Practice
- Project
Full Time
Semester One
- Law for the Built Environment
- People and Organisational Management
- Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
- Measurement and Quantification of Construction Work
- Contract Administration and Practice
- Estimating and Tendering
- Construction Law
- Commercial Management in Construction
- Project
Semester Two
- Digital Technologies
- Construction Technology 1
- Construction Technology 2
- Economics for the Built Environment
- Construction Technology 3
- Design Economics and Cost Planning
- Professional Quantity Surveying Practice
- Construction Project Management
- Project (continued)
Spring Entry
Part Time
Semester One
- Digital Technologies
- Construction Technology 1
- Construction Technology 2
- Economics for the Built Environment
- Construction Technology 3
- Design Economics and Cost Planning
- Professional Quantity Surveying Practice
- Construction Project Management
- Commercial Management in Construction
- Project (continued)
Semester Two
- Law for the Built Environment
- People and Organisational Management
- Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
- Measurement and Quantification of Construction Work
- Contract Administration and Practice
- Estimating and Tendering
- Construction Law
- Project
Full Time
Semester One
- Law for the Built Environment
- People and Organisational Management
- Introduction to Regulatory Frameworks
- Measurement and Quantification of Construction Work
- Contract Administration and Practice
- Estimating and Tendering
- Construction Law
- Commercial Management in Construction
- Project (continued)
Course delivery details
This programme provides the academic underpinning and skills necessary to prepare you for a career as a quantity surveyor up to Bachelor’s degree standard. You will have the flexibility to study either a part-time or full-time option.
PART-TIME ROUTE
Designed for busy working professionals, supported online education offers the flexibility to fit your studies around your work, enabling you to fast-track your career and directly apply your learning to your work.
The part-time route is for you if:
- You want to earn while you learn, picking up new skills or upskilling whilst balancing your work and life
- You want to get ahead in your industry while you study
- You want to put your learning into practice within your industry
Part-time route duration:
Students will be automatically registered for the 4.5-year programme duration from Autumn 2021 onwards. You may wish to complete your programme in four years. Students will be offered the opportunity to manage their final year of study once on programme.
FULL-TIME ROUTE
If you want to study full-time and complete your studies within three years, then this route is for you.
The full-time route is for you if:
- You want to complete your studies faster than our part-time route
- You have the ability to focus completely on your studies
- You want to be in demand in your profession even sooner
To consider:
You’ll have the flexibility to go part-time at a later date if you decide you want to slow down the pace or study alongside work.
Assessment:
Given the intensive nature of the full-time route, applications will be reviewed by a member of the academic team who may contact you for a discussion about your application.
Expenses
Standard Fee: £20,400 + VAT