BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying at University of Portsmouth

Be a leading figure in the next generation of innovative construction projects by learning to think like an entrepreneur and developing sought after quantity surveying skills. Our foundation course in Engineering and Technology with Foundation Year is designed to develop the vital underpinning skills in maths, science and technology needed for studying at degree level. From this course you can progress onto a variety of degrees including computing, engineering, mathematic and physics.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Law, Economics and Accounting in The Built Environment; Measurement, Value and Building Safety Fundamentals; Professional and Digital Skills for Surveying and Real Estate; Sustainable Building Futures; Applied BIM; Introduction to Project Management Principles; Procurement and Pre-Contract Practice; Quantity Surveying - Professional Skills and Applied Project; Tender Documentation and Measurement; Fieldwork for Construction.

Career pathways

Due to the high costs and risks associated with construction projects, your skills as a quantity surveyor will always be in high demand. 95% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation and 100% are working in highly skilled roles in all sectors of construction – from housing to major infrastructure projects (such as HS2) throughout the UK and internationally.

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