Program Overview

BSc Quantity Surveying

The BSc Quantity Surveying program at the University of Reading is designed to prepare students for a successful career in quantity surveying. The program is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the Chartered Institute of Building, and the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia.

Overview

The program focuses on the mechanisms that determine the cost and price of construction, and how projects can be completed on time, to specification, and within budget. Sustainability is a key theme throughout the program, and students will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to help make a positive impact on the transition to a more sustainable future.

Why Choose BSc Quantity Surveying at Reading?

The University of Reading is one of the UK's top-ranking universities for teaching and research in the built environment. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the disciplines that underpin construction management and the surveying professions.

Flexible Course Options

The program structure provides an opportunity to explore a range of construction-related disciplines prior to specializing in the final year. Students will be able to transfer onto other programs, such as BSc Building Surveying or BSc Construction Management, at the end of their second year if they wish to do so.

Placements

The program includes a successful placement scheme that establishes a balance between outstanding academic achievements and relevant industrial experience. Students will have the option to carry out a paid industrial training placement between their second and final year, which can vary from four to sixteen weeks.

Scholarships

Students who join the BSc Quantity Surveying program in 2026 will have the opportunity to secure an annual £1,000 scholarship for each of the three years of the undergraduate degree, subject to conditions.

Learning

The program is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the disciplines that underpin construction management and the surveying professions. The first two years will focus on developing knowledge of subjects such as economics, law, industry practice, and building technology.

Compulsory Modules

The program includes a range of compulsory modules, including:

• Construction Science
• Information and Communication
• Construction Technology
• Introduction to Economics and Law
• Empirical Studies and Site Engineering
• Introduction to Management and Projects

Optional Modules

The program also includes a range of optional modules, including:

• Digital Technology Use in Construction
• Human Resource and Health and Safety Management
• Inclusive Environments
• Construction Contract Management
• Commercial Surveying Practices and Advanced Building Pathology
• Construction Year in Industry
• Environmental Management and Assessment
• Sustainable Built Environments
• Green Innovation in Construction

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the program is BBB at A level. International students will need to meet the English language requirements, which are IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5.

Fees

The home tuition fee for 2026 entry is £9,790, and the international tuition fee is £30,650. The fees are subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study.

Careers

The program is designed to prepare students for a successful career in quantity surveying. Graduates will have the opportunity to work in a range of roles, including quantity surveying, project management, construction management, and cost consultancy.

Graduate Destinations

Graduates from the program have gone on to work in organizations such as AECOM, Arcadis, Berkeley Group, Core Five LLP, Costain, Cushman & Wakefield, Gardiner & Theobald, Hollis Global, ISG, JLL, Laing O'Rourke, Mace, Morgan Sindall, Rider Levett Bucknall, Skanska, Turner & Townsend, and WSP.

Studying the Built Environment

The School of Construction Management and Engineering at the University of Reading has a world-renowned research facility and a strong reputation for excellence within the construction industry. The school has partnership arrangements with leading firms within the industry and offers students the opportunity to network with future leaders in the construction sector.