Quantity Surveying
    Duration16 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 15,500 / Year
    Next IntakeJanuary 29, 2024

    Quantity Surveying

    About

    Available in London and Glasgow

    Capable professionals with skills in commercial management and quantity surveying are always in high demand in the construction industry. With these valuable skills, you'll play an essential role in managing costs for construction projects in the UK and overseas.

    GCU's MSc Quantity Surveying is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). The programme is available at both the London and Glasgow campuses for full-time, part-time and distance learning.

    The curriculum is practical and career-focused, making you a more competitive candidate for leadership roles in construction.

    • Expand your frame of reference and your understanding of construction economics and project management
    • Explore topics like risk and value management, quantification and costing of work, financial management and construction economics
    • Investigate sustainable design and construction
    • Learn how to handle construction contracts and disputes
    • Connect your expertise to the real world with industrial case studies
    • Complete a dissertation to integrate your knowledge and develop subject expertise

    As the University for the Common Good, GCU's community emphasises real ways to make a positive impact. We work hard to excel at what we do so we can drive change in our communities and in our world. We're doers and builders. We hope when you graduate, you'll take that spirit with you, no matter where you go.

    As a construction professional, you'll help build cities, businesses and homes; you also have the power to build the Common Good.

    Please note that new applications to this programme's January 2023 intake are now closed for international and EU (without pre-settled status) students. Applications remain open for students from the UK and Republic of Ireland.

    Take existing skills in numeracy, problem solving and communication, and apply them to negotiation, dispute resolution, project management and international construction. Progress to a career as a quantity surveyor or commercial manager.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Bachelor degree with GPA of 2.3/4.0 scale OR;
    • Bachelor degree with GPA of 2.7/5.0 scale

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 54
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 78

    Career

    The MSc Quantity Surveying degree will prepare you for a surveying profession at a strategic level. You'll find employment in areas such as project management and economics, dispute resolution and international construction.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    The easiest way to apply for a postgraduate programme is using our online application form. This form is simple to complete and allows you to upload additional documentation to support your application.

    At peak times, the University receives an exceptionally high volume of applications and enquiries. We will make every effort to respond to applicants as soon as possible.

    Please note that currently, it may take slightly longer than usual to respond to your enquiry or provide an initial decision on your application.

    Some additional documents help GCU evaluate your application. They support the information you provided in your application form. Certificates, transcripts and references are very important. Your personal statement is your opportunity to tell GCU why you want to apply for your chosen course and so is equally as important.

    Quantity Surveying

    Glasgow Caledonian University

    Glasgow Caledonian University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Glasgow