The BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (Online) has been designed to produce graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful quantity surveyor. The need for quantity surveyors is vital for the efficient cost management of construction projects. The evolving international economic climate means the role of the quantity surveyor is in high demand as both public and private clients are pursuing the agenda of obtaining value for money and greater cost certainty in all construction activities. On completion of this programme graduates will be prepared for the current and future role of the quantity surveying profession. The programme utilises the latest information technology and software used in the construction industry and we work very closely with QS practices, contractors, sub-contractors and professional bodies to ensure that the curriculum reflects the current and future needs of the work place. Programme StructureThis add-on programme is offered via online distance learning over a period of 2 years on a part-time basis. The programme consists of ten subject modules - three per semester and learners may take as few modules as they wish and complete the programme over a number of years to suit their own circumstances. Online lectures, programme materials, innovative learning, web-links and assessments will be uploaded to a Moodle course management system. Subject areas include:Measurement of complex structures and civil engineering worksBuilding Information ModellingProperty Development and Economics Commercial ManagementOverview of the Public Works Contracts Practical Capstone project, whereby a cost planning and value engineering exercise will be carried out on a commercial building Research dissertation on a relevant topic of their choice Special FeaturesThis degree course is fully accredited by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). These qualifications are recognised internationally, providing graduates with an opportunity to achieve full chartered status, following successful completion of the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Honours Bachelor Degree |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Fee | 9000 |
| Entry Requirements | The BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying add-on programme is directed at graduates who have obtained a minimum final result of 50% in a cognate Level 7 degree. Graduates who have not obtained this minimum may incorporate other equivalent qualifications and relevant work experience and apply for assessment via the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. RPL is a process that may allow you to gain admission to a programme or to receive exemptions/ credit for some parts of the programme based on demonstrated learning that you may have achieved through another programme of study or through your work or career.Further information is available at www.atu.ie/recognition-of-prior-learning which our dedicated RPL portal or by contacting our admissions team at admissions.sligo@atu.ie |
| Career Path | Graduates will be qualified to obtain employment in a wide variety of areas such as consultant quantity surveying firms, contracting organisations, specialist sub-contracting firms and elsewhere within the industry. Graduates may operate specifically as quantity surveyors or may become involved in related areas of work such as project management, property management and dispute resolution. |
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