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BSc in Quantity Surveying at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

Quantity surveyors act as independent financial and contractual consultants on construction projects, preparing budgets and tender documents and working with architects, engineers and contractors. The degree is accredited nationally by SACQSP and internationally by RICS.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Duration: 3 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Financial management of construction projects: budgeting, tender documentation, contractual and financial administration.

Career pathways

Quantity surveying practice (private sector or as a contractor's quantity surveyor), project management, valuation (with relevant registration), government departments, property, banking, insurance, engineering and manufacturing industries, own professional practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 30. NSC/IEB: English Home/First Additional Language 5, Mathematics 5, Physical Sciences or Accounting 4.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 69,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc QS (Bachelor of Science Quantity Surveying)'); the source states a range of R69,000 to R72,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later year Source

Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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