Taught course

Quantity Surveying

Institution
Glasgow Caledonian University · School of Engineering and Built Environment
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

UK honours Degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in construction, surveying or civil engineering-related subjects.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Available in London and Glasgow

Capable professionals with skills in commercial management and quantity surveying are always in high demand in the construction industry. With these valuable skills, you'll play an essential role in managing costs for construction projects in the UK and overseas.

GCU's MSc Quantity Surveying is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). The programme is available at both the London and Glasgow campuses for full-time, part-time and distance learning.

The curriculum is practical and career-focused, making you a more competitive candidate for leadership roles in construction.

Expand your frame of reference and your understanding of construction economics and project management

Explore topics like risk and value management, quantification and costing of work, financial management and construction economics

Investigate sustainable design and construction

Learn how to handle construction contracts and disputes

Connect your expertise to the real world with industrial case studies

Complete a dissertation to integrate your knowledge and develop subject expertise

As the University for the Common Good, GCU's community emphasises real ways to make a positive impact. We work hard to excel at what we do so we can drive change in our communities and in our world. We're doers and builders. We hope when you graduate, you'll take that spirit with you, no matter where you go.

As a construction professional, you'll help build cities, businesses and homes; you also have the power to build the Common Good.

Information for international students

IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24-60 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12-16 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Admissions
Email
studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)141 331 8630