MSc Quantity Surveying

University College of Estate Management

OVERVIEW

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.

ABOUT YOUR PROGRAMME

This programme will give you an informed view of the key areas of knowledge required to develop your quantity surveying skills including cost management, contract practice and procedures, procurement and building economics. There is also a research project which will provide an in-depth assessment of a topic of your choice.

This programme is designed to align your skills to the educational requirements of the industrys professional bodies. It provides a rigorous understanding of the principles and practice involved in quantity surveying. This conversion MSc Quantity Surveying programme enables graduates from disciplines unrelated to construction and real estate to obtain an accredited degree covering the core technical disciplines of the quantity surveying specialism and their role within the wider context of the built environment.

STUDY METHODS

Studying online means taking control of when and where you study so you can study at your own pace, no matter where you are in the world. It means being able to balance your home and work life with your education so you can earn while you learn.

When you study at UCEM, youll be using our state-of-the-art Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), a specialised resource which provides you with everything you need to keep on top of your studies and succeed.

Youll be guided through your learning with weekly study schedules and course guides, which you can adapt to suit your needs, pace and lifestyle. Studying online doesnt mean studying alone as youll be fully supported by tutors and a community of students throughout your journey.

THE ONLINE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Your learning experience with UCEM will be fully supported through a range of activities on our VLE. Youll also have access to UCEMs valuable and comprehensive e-library service, providing you with a wealth of subject-specific materials to support you throughout your studies.

YOUR CAREER

This programme equips you with the essential subject knowledge and postgraduate skills and expertise to enable you to work within the quantity surveying areas of practice in the built environment. The opportunities available are extensive and include diverse career specialisms for students to pursue after completing this programme. Our students and graduates typically find employment in private and public sector firms, contracting companies and developers. Youll also have extensive opportunities to work in an international environment.

YOUR CAREER AT A GLANCE:

• Quantity surveying
• Cost consultancy
• Project management
• Contract administration
• Contractor surveying
• Commercial management of construction
• Facilities management