MSc Quantity Surveying

The Quantity Surveying MSc at Birmingham City University is a full-time degree program lasting 12 months. The course aims to equip students with the skills to become competent quantity surveyors who can play significant roles in the continually changing landscape of this field. Students are exposed to live projects and can also avail of the opportunity to work on dissertations focusing on real-world problems.Course Content: Throughout the course, students will explore subjects in Quantity Surveying such as Project Financial Control and Reporting, Strategic and General Management, Advanced Measurement and Estimation, and Development and Project Economics. The program also includes modules in Legal Resolution and Arbitration, and the students will complete a self-directed dissertation.Key Modules: The quantity surveying degree incorporates modules such as Quantitative and Research Techniques, Development Project, Measurement and Estimating, and Commercial Management. The course also includes a module on Sustainability in Built Environment to equip the students with the skills required to approach quantity surveying tasks with an emphasis on sustainability.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), making the students eligible for a professional membership after successfully completing the course.Future Careers: Upon successful completion of the course, students can pursue careers in sectors such as property, construction, civil and structural engineering, architectural and design services. They are prepared for a range of roles, including Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Cost Manager, Contract Administrator, and Cost Engineer.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.