Program Overview

Overview of the Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Degree

The Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) degree is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to manage construction projects effectively. The program focuses on the financial and managerial aspects of projects, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry.

Program Structure

The program is offered as a 4-year full-time course with a placement year or a 3-year full-time course. The typical offer for the program is BBB or ABC at A Level, with fees ranging from £9,535 for UK students to £30,700 for international students per academic year.

Course Content

The course covers a range of topics, including:

• Professional Skills
• Principles of Law and Economics for the Built Environment
• Construction Technology 1
• Professional Practice 1
• Measurement and Site Surveying
• Project Initialisation
• Materials and Structures

In the second year, students will study:

• Construction Technology 2
• Planning, Estimating and Cost Management
• Measurement of Complex Structures
• Construction Finance and Risk
• Building Services Technology
• Professional Practice 2
• Estimating Practice
• Project Commercial Management

In the final year, students will study:

• Strategic Commercial Management
• Research Dissertation
• Integrative Project
• Construction Law and Contract
• Teamwork and Leadership
• Cost Planning and Management
• Carbon Modelling and Management
• Advanced Professional Practice and Emerging Technologies

Teaching and Assessment

The program is taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, field trips, independent study, group work, supervision, workshops, and practical sessions. Assessment is based on a combination of examinations, in-class tests, coursework, projects, and presentations.

Placement Year

The program offers an optional placement year, which provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the industry. The placement year is typically taken after the second year of study and is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of the construction industry and the skills required to succeed in it.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) degree can pursue a range of career opportunities in the construction industry, including project management, commercial management, and quantity surveying. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in these roles and to provide a strong foundation for future career advancement.

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the program is BBB or ABC at A Level, with fees ranging from £9,535 for UK students to £30,700 for international students per academic year. Students are also required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9-4 (A*-C) including 4/C in Maths and English Language.

International Entry Requirements

The program accepts students from a range of countries, with typical offers ranging from 80% to 93% in the relevant qualifications. Students from countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent, while students from countries such as China and India are required to have a senior secondary school diploma or equivalent.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program range from £9,535 for UK students to £30,700 for international students per academic year. The fees are subject to change and do not include additional costs such as accommodation and living expenses.

Additional Costs

In addition to the tuition fees, students are required to pay for accommodation, living expenses, and other costs associated with studying in the UK. The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to help students with these costs.

Career Support

The university provides a range of career support services to help students succeed in their chosen careers. These services include career counseling, job fairs, and internship opportunities.

Companies Students Have Worked For

Graduates of the Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) degree have gone on to work for a range of companies, including Arcadis, Balfour Beatty, BAM, Gardiner & Theobald, Kier, LendLease, Morgan Sindall, Skanska, Simons, Taylor Woodrow, VINCI, and Walter Lilly.

Related Courses

The university offers a range of related courses, including Civil Engineering BEng, Civil Engineering MEng, Construction Engineering Management BSc, Urban Planning BSc, and Urban Planning MPlan. These courses provide students with a range of options for studying construction and related fields.