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Quantity Surveying – (M.Sc.)
Heriot-Watt University
School of the Built Environment
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,600 - ≈ € 11,920 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, May, October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The need for quantity surveyors is vital for the efficient financial management of construction projects. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), in recognition of the demand for these specialists, has adopted the approach of accepting graduates from other disciplines.
As a partner university of RICS, the School of the Built Environment is instrumental in meeting the educational needs of such graduates by building on their previous education and experience to prepare them for the demands of this profession.
For the MSc, students undertake eight taught modules plus the research dissertation. Students on the Diploma course take the eight taught modules only.
The demand for Quantity Surveyors is high and there is consistent competition amongst those wishing to enter and develop a career in quantity surveying in order to gain an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification, such as this MSc from Heriot-Watt University. Successful completion of the course develops the necessary skills to provide a quality benchmark recognised by prospective employers to enhance an individual's career progression.
Contents
For the MSc, students undertake eight taught modules plus the research dissertation. Students on the Diploma course take the eight taught modules only.
The demand for Quantity Surveyors is high and there is consistent competition amongst those wishing to enter and develop a career in quantity surveying in order to gain an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification, such as this MSc from Heriot-Watt University. Successful completion of the course develops the necessary skills to provide a quality benchmark recognised by prospective employers to enhance an individual's career progression.
Module Choice
* People and Organisational Management in the Built Environment
* Contracts and Procurement
* Sustainability for Facilities Management
* Value and Risk Management
* Quantity Surveying Financial Management
* Construction Financial Management
* Construction Technology
* Business Management for Built Environment Professionals
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* Management and Information Systems in Construction
This course is taught using principles that are applicable in many quantity surveying and financial management industrial sectors. It provides students with access to both a solid theoretical base and current and future approaches to practical quantity surveying practice. It is focused on industrial relevance, ensuring that graduates of the course are quickly able to make a positive and effective contribution to the success of their working environment, and the development of their own professional careers.
Accreditation
The MSc course is accredited by RICS. If a student is in relevant structured employment whilst studying on the course, they may register for the APC and work towards obtaining their relevant competencies. On successful completion of the MSc in Quantity Surveying graduates may then complete their RICS membership and on successful completion of the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) will achieve full chartered status.
About the Course Leader
Dr Fiona Grant is Programme Director for the Construction Management and Surveying Programme and Course Leader for the postgraduate and undergraduate courses in Quantity Surveying.
Dr Grant is also an active member of the RICS as an APC Assessor, she has involvement at national and international level in the institution. She is currently the RICS Scotland Hon Treasurer, a member of the UK Education and Standards Board and RICS International Governing Council, she has also acted as also a trustee of Lionheart, the benevolent fund of the RICS.
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Requirements
For MSc level entry students must hold: a good (minimum 2nd class) honours degree in a relevant discipline; or a minimum upper 2nd class honours in a non-cognate discipline; full membership of a relevant professional institution; or an equivalent UK/overseas qualifications which may be considered on an individual basis.
Those with a lesser qualification will be considered for entry via the postgraduate diploma. Students admitted onto the Diploma course who perform at MSc standard during the course may transfer to the MSc. Requirements for diploma entry are the same as above or: a relevant ordinary degree and an acceptable period of relevant industrial experience; a good (minimum 2:2) honours degree from another discipline; or a sub degree qualification plus substantial work experience in the field.
English Language Requirements
If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, we’ll need to see evidence of your English language ability. The minimum requirement for English language is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. We offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement prior to starting your masters programme:
* 2 semesters English (for IELTS of 4.5-5.0);
* 12 weeks English (for IELTS of 5.5);
* 6 weeks English (for IELTS 5.5*-6.0). (*minimum 5.5 reading and writing)
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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You can contact Construction Management & Surveying Programme Leader F Grant to ask a question about Quantity Surveying at Heriot-Watt University.
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