Overview

If you enjoy numbers, planning and problem-solving, quantity surveying offers a rewarding career at the heart of the construction industry.

Quantity surveyors play a vital role in shaping the built environment. They act as the link between designers and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

This degree equips you with the technical knowledge and professional skills to manage construction costs, contracts and resources from project start to completion.

If you liked subjects such as maths, business studies, geography or design and technology at school, you’ll find familiar interests here.

You’ll study:

measurement
construction technology
cost planning
procurement
contract administration.

Along with complementary subjects like economics, management and law.

This course is designed to prepare you for a successful professional future, with a strong focus on real-world experience and career readiness.

In Year 3, you’ll take part in a collaborative design project, developing the teamwork and communication skills that employers are actively looking for. You can also choose to do a 24-week industry placement where you will gain valuable hands-on experience and the chance to apply your knowledge in a professional setting. This experience will help you stand out when you graduate.

You can study full-time or part-time, giving you the flexibility to balance your learning with work or family commitments.

Accredited by four major governing bodies, this course provides a clear pathway to internationally recognised chartered status—and opens doors to exciting global career opportunities.

Why study Quantity Surveying at GCU?

Accredited by four leading professional bodies, giving you a clear pathway to internationally recognised chartered status.
An optional 24-week industry placement prepares you for the world of work and stand out to employers.
Study full-time or part-time, fitting your learning around work, life, and family commitments.
GCU’s strong industry connections provide unique opportunities and enhance your employability.
Develop practical and digital skills that employers actively value in today’s workplace.

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

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Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors

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The Chartered Institute of Building

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Chartered Association of Building Engineers

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What you will study

Please note that full module information is in the process of being finalised for publication and will be made available here shortly.

In the meantime, you can view and download the Programme Specification at the bottom of this page. This document provides an overview of the course structure, including indicative modules, learning content and further key information. The modules listed on the Programme Specification are for the current academic year and are intended to give you an idea of what you may be able to study on this course.

Careers

With global construction output forecast to grow steadily, Quantity Surveyors are well placed to enjoy secure, rewarding careers in the UK and around the world.

Quantity Surveyors are in high demand across the construction and property sectors, with opportunities in consultancy, contracting, and project management, as well as client-side roles.

Typically, job titles include:

Quantity Surveyor
Cost Manager
Cost Consultant
Commercial Manager
Estimator.

As a GCU graduate, you'll be equipped with the technical expertise, as well as the communication and management skills needed to succeed as a future leader in the profession.

The course has strong industry links through professional accreditation, as well as close relationships with government, consultancy firms, and contractors.

Our graduates have gone on to work with major public sector employers and leading organisations such as:

BAM Group
Laing O’Rourke
Lendlease
Balfour Beatty
Turner & Townsend
Doig+Smith.

Many are involved in landmark infrastructure, utilities, commercial, and housing projects across the UK and overseas.

Course information

Award	Mode of study	Duration	Start date	Location	UCAS
BSc (Hons)	Part time	4 years	Sep 27	Glasgow		Enquire
Award	Mode of study	Duration	Start date	Location	UCAS
BSc (Hons)	Full time	4 years	Sep 27	Glasgow	K240	Enquire Apply
Award	Mode of study	Duration	Start date	Location	UCAS
BSc (Hons)	Part Time	4 Years	Sep 26	Glasgow		Enquire Apply
Award	Mode of study	Duration	Start date	Location	UCAS
BSc (Hons)	Full Time	4 Years	Sep 26	Glasgow	K240	Enquire Apply

Please note that admission to GCU is considered on a competitive basis, and the academic entry requirements stated here may be the minimum required to be eligible for an offer.

International students can get information on entry requirements specific to their country in our International Study section.

Year 1

Standard entry requirement

UCAS Tariff: 96

Scottish Higher: BBCC or equivalent

A Level: CCC or equivalent

Minimum entry requirement

UCAS Tariff: 90

Scottish Higher: BCCC or equivalent

A Level: CCC or equivalent

Year 2 entry

Standard entry requirement

HNC Candidates from a Built Environment course with a minimum B in the graded unit

Year 3 entry

Standard entry requirement

HND Quantity Surveying with a minimum C grade in Year 1 and minimum B grade in Year 2

Additional information for international applicants

Entry requirements by country
Application deadlines
English language tests
Knowledge of English - Applicants from a majority English speaking country may not be required to provide further proof of your English language proficiency. Information about this requirement is available on the Student Visa section of the gov.uk website.

Additional information for all applicants

Relevant experience (Recognition of Prior Learning)

GCU's flexible entry policies exist to allow relevant work experience and prior learning to be considered towards standard entry or advanced entry into a course.

If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements are for widening access students only. If you are from a group that is not currently well-represented in higher education you may qualify as a widening access student. This includes living in a target postcode area, attending a target school or college, attending SWAP, are care-experienced or provide care for someone else, have refugee status or are an asylum seeker.

Teaching methods

You will experience a variety of teaching methods including:

lectures,
workshops,
laboratories,
tutorials,
industrial and site visits.

Assessment methods

Expect a variety of assessment methods, including coursework activities and formal examinations. You’ll take part in the unique Interact Project where you work with students from other disciplines across three other universities. As part of your assessment, you will prepare costings based on architectural drawings while keeping within budget.

Industry professionals will deliver guest lectures, and you will be able to access web-based materials through the Management Learning Environment. You will be expected to work on projects individually and in a group, and will have the opportunity to go on field trips.

Work placements

An optional 24-week industrial placement can be incorporated into Year 3. This will give you the opportunity to apply your skills and benefit from on-the-job learning. Many of our students are offered a job as a result of their work placement.

You’ll be responsible for arranging your own placement or industry collaboration, but we’ll support and guide you through the process.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by four leading professional bodies, reflecting the high standards and industry relevance of the programme. On successful completion, you’ll be academically eligible to progress towards Chartered Membership (MRICS or equivalent, where applicable) with:

Each professional body has its own pathway to full membership or chartered status. This may include additional professional training, an interview, a written submission, or a period of assessed professional practice. We encourage you to review the specific requirements of your chosen institution to understand the steps needed to achieve chartered membership.

Download the programme specification

In addition to the core modules that all students must undertake, some courses offer students a choice from a selection of optional modules to shape the focus their degree. Optional modules where available, form part of the overall credit structure of the course.

Download the programme specification for a detailed breakdown of the course structure, including modules, what you'll learn and other useful information.

Terms and Conditions

Details of the University’s terms and conditions are available here.

Overview

Why study Quantity Surveying at GCU?

Accreditations

What you will study

Careers

Course information