Quantity Surveying
University of PlymouthQuantity Surveying BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Plymouth, based in Plymouth, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
See entry requirements
Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
96 - 112 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Our industry-recognised BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying course will help you develop knowledge and skills in the commercial and financial management of construction projects. Through lectures, tutorials with industry partners, real assessments and projects briefs, and an optional year-long paid industry placement, you will learn the requirements for managing risk and proving value for a variety of clients, taking into account sustainable and ethical dimensions.
Flexible pathways: this course is designed around a common first year with BSc (Hons) Building Surveying and BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management, allowing you to transfer to these courses after successful completion of Year 1.
Gain industry experience with the option to take part in a year-long, paid work placement in a leading surveying company in the UK or abroad.
Learn using industry-standard facilities, resources and equipment, including a designated design studio space, specialist laboratories (materials and immersive visualisation) and Mac and PC suites with industry-standard software (such as Revit, AutoCAD, MS Project and BCIS database).
Live, real-world design and build projects guided by our panel of industrial advisers enable you to develop the professional skills to stand out in the sector.
Accredited by leading professional bodies: the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Plymouth
Avg. grad pay (5y): £27,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Plymouth
Avg. grad pay (5y): £27,000
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Plymouth
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Architecture and planning, Building and construction
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £27,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ