Why choose this course?
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying is designed for students who want to manage the financial and procurement processes of construction projects.
You will learn how to organise, control and manage the costing of building projects - from estimating and contracts to construction technology and sustainability.
The course offers:
- opportunity to work on real briefs, many are provided by construction companies
- a very practical, hands-on approach to learning
- lots of site visits and industry input
- potential for a one-year work placement
- accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- option to change between full-time, part-time and sandwich study options to suit your own requirements.
NTU is ranked top in England for number of students on year-long work placements in Architecture, Building and Planning (HESA 08/09).
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Please note the following information for applicants
Course focus
This course develops the knowledge and skills to successfully undertake the role of quantity surveyor - ensuring that the aims and objectives of construction projects are met in terms of cost, value, quality and time.
Modules
Throughout the course you will cover the following modules:
Year One
- Architectural Science and Building Engineering Services
- Fundamentals of Construction
- Introduction to Measurement and Cost
- Law and Health and Safety
- Professional Skills for the Construction Industry
Year Two
- Construction Technology
- Estimating, Measurement and Cost
- Sustainability Technology with Building Engineering Services
- Contract Administration: Control and Finance
- Law and Contemporary Economics
Year Three
Optional work placement year
Final year
- Construction Procurement and International Studies
- Contract Practice
- Industrial Practice Quantity Surveyors
- Facilities Management and Maintenance
- Dissertation
The modules in Year One are shared with BSc (Hons) Construction Management and BSc Quantity Surveying and Construction Commercial Management.
This enables you to develop a multi-disciplinary perspective and gives the flexibility to switch to either of the other courses at the start of your second year (subject to your original entry qualifications).
Please refer to the part-time course entry for part-time modules.
How do you study?
This course is modular and teaching is delivered through:
- lectures
- tutorials
- workshops
- laboratory sessions
- seminar groups
- site visits
- individual and group projects.
The delivery of the course is enhanced by:
- the incorporation of guest lectures delivered by external practitioner experts
- extensive use of case studies and projects (some set by real companies)
- field trips.
Course visits and trips
Site visits and trips form an integral part of the learning process, allowing you to put theory into practice.
Work placement
The third year work placement option is spent in working in industry gaining relevant and valuable experience. A dedicated placement office assists you in finding, and supporting you during, your placement.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a mixture of coursework, project work, examinations and a final year project.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Student profiles
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Any questions?
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Nearly 95% of NTU graduates with first degrees from full-time study are employed or engaged in further study six months after leaving.*
Professional career
Quantity Surveyors are in demand both in the UK and worldwide.
Completing this degree will qualify you to go straight into a professional career in the dynamic and varied construction. There are many types of employers that you may work for including:
- commercial construction and development companies
- private practices
- local authorities
- government agencies
International opportunities
A career as a quantity surveyor is diverse and rewarding within a dynamic and global profession. There are many opportunities to work with international clients or in international markets and to immerse yourself in different and varied cultures.
NTU graduates
The profession offers a diverse range of interesting and exciting work. High-flyers are able to quickly rise to senior and well paid positions within the construction industry. Many previous NTU students have done just that and are now senior professionals in leading national and international firms.
* of those available for work, HESA survey 2008 / 09
NTU is ranked top in England for number of students on year-long work placements in Architecture, Building and Planning (HESA 2008 / 09).
This course gives students the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement (minimum of 36 weeks in one or more organisations). This will give you real, hands-on experience within the industry, opening up exciting opportunities for future employment.
Students on this course have done placements all over the world. Find out more about placement destinations.
Dedicated placement office
The School has a dedicated placement office who will assist you in securing a placement and guide you along the way providing everything you need to know before, during and afterwards.
Student experiences
Read about students' work placement experiences.
Although a work placement is highly recommended, obtaining one is based on an individual's efforts and is not guaranteed.
Entry requirement details
You will need:
- a minimum of 240 UCAS tariff points achieved from at least two A-levels or equivalent qualification
- General Studies A-level is accepted
- GCSE Maths at grade C or above
- GCSE English at grade C or above (literature or language)
- English language requirements for International and EU students
- mature applicants with non-standard qualifications but relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.
If the qualifications you have, or are currently studying for, are not included above, please take a look at the tariff table or contact us to find out whether we can accept them.
English language entry requirements
English language entry requirements for courses in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University are available on our website.
Pre-sessional English courses
We offer Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) courses from six to 30 weeks for students who need help achieving these requirements. Even if you have already met the minimum entry requirements you could still benefit, as many students do, from the study skills and orientation to the UK education system that is offered by a short PEAP course.
For more information on PEAP including dates, fees and English language entry requirements for these courses, please visit our website.
In-sessional English language support
In-sessional English language support classes are available to all international (non-EU) students studying on degree courses at NTU. There is no extra charge for these classes.
How to apply
You will need to complete the UCAS application form to apply for a full-time course. Candidates are not required to attend an interview.
For more general information on the UCAS application process please visit the UCAS website.
Please refer to the part-time course entry for further details about the part-time applications.
Advanced entry
Applicants wishing to enter the full-time course at year two or three will be considered, please contact us directly for further information.
Part-time option
You can also study the course up to six years part-time for one day a week. See the part-time course details for more information about how to apply.
Funding
We have a strong commitment to maintaining access for all to higher education. We recognise the need to invest financially in the future of our students, so we have introduced a system of bursaries aimed at enabling home students from lower income families to undertake a degree course. See the fees and funding section for information about NTU bursaries.
Open days
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the School on one of our open days. Our open days are an ideal opportunity for you to get a taste of Nottingham Trent University, and find out if it is the right place for you. You will be able to meet our staff and students, get an insight into student life, and find out more about the courses we offer.
Please book your place before you attend.
Find out more about our Architecture, Design and the Built Environment open days.
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