COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc Quantity Surveying program is a fast-track route designed to enable graduates from non-construction disciplines, as well as existing quantity surveyors, to achieve the professional competencies required for chartered status. The course equips students with a comprehensive understanding of construction project management, cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and financial control, ensuring they can manage the economic and contractual aspects of building projects effectively. Students develop practical skills through applied projects, case studies, and simulations, gaining experience in cost estimation, budget management, risk assessment, and value engineering. Emphasis is placed on professional practice, communication, and leadership, preparing students to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders. The curriculum also integrates research skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving, enabling students to assess industry challenges, implement evidence-based strategies, and adapt to new construction technologies and sustainability practices. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, the program prepares graduates to deliver projects efficiently, manage resources responsibly, and support sustainable construction outcomes. Graduates leave the course ready to pursue careers as quantity surveyors or construction cost consultants, equipped with the skills, knowledge, and professional understanding to achieve chartered status and contribute to the success and integrity of the construction industry.