BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying at Manchester Metropolitan University

The construction industry is evolving rapidly, driven by sustainability targets, digital innovation, and the need to deliver high-quality projects more efficiently. This creates strong demand for professionals who can manage costs, add value, and support key decisions across the built environment. Our BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree prepares you to take on this role.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Engineering and Environment  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year available  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Quantity surveying explores how cost, commercial management, and strategic decision‑making shape successful construction projects across the built environment. This degree blends technical knowledge of quantity surveying with leadership, management, and business insight, equipping you with the skills to manage costs, add value, and influence projects from inception to completion. Year 1 core: Construction Technology and Project Financial Management, Introduction to Quantity Surveying, Fundamentals of Law, Design Project. Year 2 core: Sustainability and Responsible Leadership, Built Environment Practice and Professionalism, Procurement, Contracts, and Contract Law, Group Project. Year 3 core: Construction Management and Innovation, Risk and Commercial Management, Individual Project, Quantity Surveying Project 3.

Career pathways

Quantity surveying graduates can expect to progress into roles across the construction and built environment sector in the UK and internationally. With continued demand for housing, infrastructure, commercial development and sustainable construction, opportunities for skilled cost management professionals remain strong.

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