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    Quantity surveying degrees abroad

    By studying a degree in quantity surveying, you’ll learn all about the financial management of construction projects, including the concept, design, build and maintenance. As a qualified quantity surveyor, you’ll be in demand around the world and play a vital role in deciding whether building projects are viable.

    You’ll explore the scientific, social, legal, economic and political aspects of the built environment, and get to grips with issues such as value for money and health and safety. Quantity surveying is an ideal program for problem solvers with an analytical mind.

    It’s possible to study quantity surveying abroad in a number of countries like the UK, South Africa and Malaysia. Most programs will be accredited by that country’s governing body, for example, programs accredited by the RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) allow you to work in the UK, but may not let you work in other countries.

    Quantity surveying program structure

    You can study quantity surveying as a diploma, certificate, bachelor’s or master’s degree. Which option is right for you will depend on your previous education and career aspirations. Bachelor’s are available as a BSc and are usually taught over three or four years, or you can study an MSc in quantity surveying over two years.

    Many bachelor’s programs offer an internship year, sometimes referred to as a sandwich year, which means you get to work in the industry. You’ll be able to put what you’ve learned into practice while earning a wage and gaining valuable experience.

    Most quantity surveying programs are taught through lectures, seminars and workshops, and many will include field trips and regular site visits. You’ll be assessed through a range of methods to measure your progress, including exams, assignments, presentations, practical work and group work.

    What’s covered in the program content will differ depending on where you’re studying, and the requirements of the country’s governing body. However, there are a number of core modules and subjects that most courses will cover, including:

    • Construction materials
    • Study research skills
    • Construction design
    • Introduction to the built environment
    • Construction technology
    • Principles of cost control
    • Construction project management
    • Construction economics
    Quantity surveying program structure

    You can study quantity surveying as a diploma, certificate, bachelor’s or master’s degree. Which option is right for you will depend on your previous education and career aspirations. Bachelor’s are available as a BSc and are usually taught over three or four years, or you can study an MSc in quantity surveying over two years.

    Many bachelor’s programs offer an internship year, sometimes referred to as a sandwich year, which means you get to work in the industry. You’ll be able to put what you’ve learned into practice while earning a wage and gaining valuable experience.

    Most quantity surveying programs are taught through lectures, seminars and workshops, and many will include field trips and regular site visits. You’ll be assessed through a range of methods to measure your progress, including exams, assignments, presentations, practical work and group work.

    What’s covered in the program content will differ depending on where you’re studying, and the requirements of the country’s governing body. However, there are a number of core modules and subjects that most courses will cover, including:

    • Construction materials
    • Study research skills
    • Construction design
    • Introduction to the built environment
    • Construction technology
    • Principles of cost control
    • Construction project management
    • Construction economics

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    Quantity surveying undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in quantity surveying

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      Commercial Management (Quantity Surveying) - BSc (Hons) London South Bank University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      19,063 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,780 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Quantity Surveying - BSc Institute of Technology Sligo, Ireland

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,581 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,500 EUR

      Start date
      September
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      Quantity Surveying - BSc (Hons) University of Portsmouth, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      24,347 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,600 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Quantity Surveying - BSc (Hons) University of Greenwich, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      19,367 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,000 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics - BSc (Hons) (with foundation) Technological University Dublin, Ireland

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      5 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,977 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,500 EUR

      Start date
      September, January
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      Quantity Surveying (Foundation) - FD Leeds Beckett University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,079 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,900 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
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    Quantity surveying graduate programs

    Master's in quantity surveying

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      Quantity Surveying - MSc University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      17,984 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,000 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Quantity Surveying - MSc University of Portsmouth, UK
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      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,173 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 8,800 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Future quantity surveying careers

    The aim of most quantity surveying students is to become a qualified surveyor and work in the construction industry. However, there are different roles you can pursue, including:

    • Quantity surveyor
    • Cost manager
    • Site manager
    • Construction project manager
    • Town planner
    • Architect

    Some professions may require additional training after graduation, so check what’s needed if you know what role you want.

    Making use of a sandwich year or any other internship opportunities at university is a great way to gain experience and help you work out what career path to follow.