Quantity Surveying (Conversion) MSc

The Quantity Surveying (Conversion) MSc programme is ideal for students who hold a first degree in a non-cognate discipline and wish to pursue a career in quantity surveying and commercial management. The course offers an intensive introduction to the core technical, contractual, and professional skills required to operate effectively within the construction industry.

Throughout the programme, students study key areas such as Construction Technology, Measurement and Quantification, Construction Cost Management, Procurement and Tendering, Contract Administration, Construction Law, Risk and Value Management, and Professional Practice. These modules are designed to build both theoretical understanding and practical competence, even for those with no prior background in quantity surveying.

The conversion structure enables students to rapidly develop industry-relevant skills through applied coursework, case studies, and project-based learning. Teaching focuses on real-world construction scenarios, ensuring graduates are prepared to manage costs, contracts, and commercial risks across the lifecycle of construction projects.

Graduates of the Quantity Surveying (Conversion) MSc are well prepared for entry-level and graduate roles such as quantity surveyor, assistant quantity surveyor, commercial manager, and cost consultant within construction companies, consultancies, and property development firms. The programme also provides a strong academic foundation for progression toward professional accreditation, such as RICS, subject to individual eligibility.