BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying at University of Greenwich

This quantity surveying degree teaches you about project management, contract management and law, economics, commercial awareness and ethics in the construction and property industries. Via the course modules, you'll gain practical skills relating to construction technology and sustainability, health and safety and measurement. You have the option of a placement year so you can gain industry experience.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Science  |  Department: Engineering  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time; sandwich  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop vital knowledge and understanding of technical competences of a quantity surveyor including tendering, cost and estimates, project and risk management, contract administration and law, and construction economics. Gain an understanding on managing the construction procurement process, commercial and financial matters. Focus upon construction systems and performance requirements of the building fabric from a commercial perspective. Using industry-standard software you will learn about the technical, ethical, economic and political aspects of the built environment.

Career pathways

Career opportunities exist in many areas of the construction and property industries. These include roles in private practice, with contractors, developers and housing associations, or within central and local government.

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