Become a professional chartered quantity surveyor by mastering construction technology, cost management, contracts, and project delivery across private and public sector developments.
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Kingston University
Quantity surveyors play a vital role in shaping construction projects — managing costs, contracts, and resources to ensure successful project delivery. They operate across engineering, finance, and law, contributing to both private and public sector developments. This course builds a strong foundation in construction technology, measurement, procurement, and project management, covering core areas including construction law, cost planning, and contract administration. Students also explore sustainability in the built environment and digital tools in quantity surveying practice. The curriculum equips graduates with the knowledge, intellectual ability, and practical skills to become professional chartered builders and surveyors and to pursue careers in related professional areas. Employability is a key element of the course. Students may start working from their second year, gaining real-world experience while completing their studies. Final-year students undertake a major research project, applying their knowledge to tackle real-world issues in cost control, project management, or sustainable construction.
Pathway to becoming a professional chartered quantity surveyor
Employability focus — students can start working from Year 2
Covers sustainability, BIM, and digital construction information systems
Final-year research project on real-world construction challenges
Strong coverage of construction law, contracts, and procurement
Construction technology, measurement, and estimating
Procurement, tendering, and contract administration
Building Information Modelling and digital tools
Construction law, legal frameworks, and dispute resolution
Value engineering, cost control, and sustainability
Advanced quantity surveying practice and consultancy (Year 3)
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
3 years
Full-time
Location
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A/L qualification or equivalent (minimum 2 passes) for direct entry, or relevant HND/foundation qualification
English language proficiency may be required
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Location
Colombo
Duration
3 years | full-time
Upcoming Intakes
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Course fee: USD 6,000
Application fee: USD 300