Program Overview

Master of Science in Quantity Surveying

Overview

The MSc Quantity Surveying is a part-time conversion programme that enables graduates of a non-cognate discipline to acquire a qualification in Quantity Surveying at Masters level (Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications). The programme is delivered by highly experienced staff within the School of Surveying and Construction Innovation (SSCI) in the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment.

Programme Details

• TU Code: TU223
• NFQ Level: Level 9
• Award Type: Major
• Award: Master of Science
• ECTS Credits: 90
• Duration: 2 Years
• Course Type: Postgraduate
• Mode of Study: Part Time
• Method of Delivery: Blended
• Commencement Date: September 2025
• Location: Bolton Street
• Fees: €7,650 Total Fee

Programme Aim

The aim of the course is to educate and prepare learners for a career as a Quantity Surveyor (QS) and upon completion, graduates are eligible to register the title of Quantity Surveyor in line with the Building Control Act, 2007.

Programme Content

The programme content is aligned with the competencies required of a Quantity Surveyor, and comprises a number of mandatory modules in year 1; with a surveying capstone project, mandatory and elective modules in year 2.

Year 1

• Semester 1:
  • Construction and Sustainable Technologies (Residential)
  • Quantification of Building Work (Residential)
  • Procurement and Tendering
  • Construction Law
• Semester 2:
  • Construction and Sustainable Technologies (Non-Residential)
  • Quantification of Building Work (Non-Residential)
  • Contract Practice
  • Construction Economics

Year 2

• Surveying Capstone Project: Undertaken over both semesters in year 2.
• Semester 1:
  • BIM for Quantity Surveying and Cost Management
  • Commercial Management
• Semester 2:
  • Sustainable Construction and Life Cycle Analysis
  • Strategy and Leadership (elective)
  • Project Management (elective)

Professional Accreditation

The programme is fully accredited by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) and consequently the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Minimum Entry Requirements

Applicants to the MSc QS programme should be working in the construction and built environment sector and wish to pursue a career as a Quantity Surveyor. In order to be admitted to the course, applicants must:

• Hold an honours (2.2 grade or higher) in a Level 8 bachelor degree or equivalent in a non-cognate discipline;
• Work within the construction and built environment sector – preferably in a trainee Quantity Surveying or estimating role.

English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose first language is not English, will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency through an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum score of 6 in each section.

RPL Applicants

Applicants wishing to apply on the basis of RPL must submit a portfolio of evidence in relation to formal and/or informal learning to include transcripts of results, certificates and industry references. Typically, RPL applicants will hold a minimum of 8 years relevant construction industry experience, and all RPL applicants will be interviewed.

Schedule

The MSc QS is a part-time course delivered on a blended basis combining in-person on campus and online delivery over two years (4 semesters). A full schedule is provided at the commencement of each academic year, with classes typically requiring attendance (either in person or online) on two evenings per week. Lectures take place two evenings per week (usually on a Monday and Wednesday) and require up to 8 hours per week of attendance, be it in person or online, over the two evenings.