BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Top-Up Degree
PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY - UNITED KINGDOM
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The BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying program is an industry-focused academic offering jointly delivered by NSBM Green University and the University of Plymouth. Designed to prepare students for professional roles in Quantity Surveying, the program emphasizes applying theoretical concepts to real-world challenges in the construction and built environment sectors.
The curriculum integrates advanced technical skills, sustainability principles, legal expertise, and practical exposure, equipping students with the competencies necessary to meet the dynamic demands of the global construction industry. The program spans three academic levels, with each level progressively developing students’ knowledge and practical capabilities.
KEY FEATURES
- The program is pursuing accreditation with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
- Students are trained to evaluate and implement sustainable construction practices.
- Modules are delivered by academic staff with both industry and research expertise, ensuring that students benefit from cutting-edge insights.
- Opportunities for internships, site visits, guest lectures by industry professionals, and involvement in real-world projects.
- Students gain exposure to related fields such as property development, contract law, and building technologies.
Aims of the Top- Up Program
- Provide a seamless academic pathway for diploma and industry professionals to upgrade their qualifications through a recognized, globally accredited program.
- Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of construction technologies, cost management, sustainability, legal and contractual frameworks.
- Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze and address complex challenges in construction projects.
- Equip students with practical skills in quantity surveying techniques, BIM tools, and project management methodologies.
- Foster professional responsibility, ethical awareness, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders in the construction industry.
- Prepare graduates for professional recognition and employability in both local and international construction markets.
- Support sustainable construction practices by embedding environmental and ethical considerations into learning and professional development.
- Contribute to the development of Sri Lanka’s construction industry by addressing the demand for qualified Quantity Surveyors capable of supporting infrastructure growth and sustainable development.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The program is structured across three academic levels, totaling 360 credits, and is aligned with the Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework (SLQF) and Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) benchmarks for Land, Construction, Real Estate, and Surveying.
Year 1
- > Principles of Economics
- > Digital Built Environment
- > Built Environment Project 1
- > Fundamentals of Construction
- > Building Physics
- > Construction Materials and Site Surveying
- > Introduction to Sustainability
- > Business English
Year 2
- > Construction Technology
- > Quantity Surveying Principles
- > Property Development and Refurbishment
- > Contract Procedures
- > Common Challenge: Built Environment
- > Building Services Engineering
Year 3
- > Quantity Surveying Professional Practice
- > Sustainable and Safe Construction
- > Building and Property Law
- > Built Environment Internship
- > Research Methods in the Built Environment
- > Dissertation Project
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
The BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying program offers structured lateral entry points into Level 5 (Year 2) and Level 6 (Year 3), enabling students with prior qualifications or professional experience to advance their education seamlessly. These entry levels are aligned with the Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework (SLQF) to ensure quality and equivalency.
Lateral Entry to Level 5
Eligibility: This entry point is designed for students who have completed qualifications equivalent to SLQF Level 4. Students entering Level 5 must have foundational knowledge in construction and related fields.
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Lateral Entry to Level 6
Eligibility: This entry point is for students with qualifications equivalent to SLQF Level 5, ensuring they possess intermediate knowledge of advanced construction technologies and Quantity Surveying principles.
Entry Point | Eligibility Requirement |
Year 3 (Final Year) |
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COURSE FEE
Semester-based Flexible Course Fee Structure, Contact us for more details +94 11 544 5000
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