1. BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (Level 8)
Programme Code: SG_JQUAN_K08
Delivery: Online
About Quantity Surveying
This programme offers graduates a broad skills base for the specialised profession of quantity surveying. The
need for quantity surveyors is vital for the efficient cost management of construction projects. The current
economic climate means the role of the quantity surveyor is in high demand as both public and private clients are
pursuing the agenda of obtaining value for money and greater cost certainty in all construction activities. On
completion of this programme graduates will be prepared for the current and future role of the quantity surveying
profession. We work very closely with employers, practitioners and professional organisations to ensure that our
course reflects the current needs of the work place.
The Role of the Chartered Surveyor:
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Accreditation
The programme is fully accredited by the Royal Institution
of Chartered Surveyors / Society of Chartered Surveyors
Ireland. These qualifications are recognised internationally,
providing graduates with an opportunity to achieve full
chartered status, following successful completion of the
Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).

2. About this Programme
The BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying is an honours degree programme offered via online distance learning over
a period of 2 years on a part-time basis. The programme will be delivered using the internet (using the Adobe
connect online teaching application) and students will be instructed in this method at the start of the programme.
Online lectures, programme materials, innovative learning, web-links and assessments will be uploaded to a
Moodle course management system. The programme will provide students with the following key skills:
 Measurement in accordance with the agreed method of measurement.
 Preparation of building estimates, cost plans and bills of quantities using current software.
 Construction technology skills, including the growing environmental, sustainability, conservation and
renovation areas, giving the ability to examine architectural and engineering drawings for measurement
purposes.
 Negotiation skills.
 Ethical and health and safety requirements.
 Interpret the Capital Works Management Framework required on all public works projects.
 Research skills required to complete the dissertation.
 Management and maintenance of modern buildings.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be qualified to obtain employment in a wide variety of areas such as consultant quantity surveying
firms, contracting organisations, specialist sub-contracting firms and elsewhere within the industry. Graduates
may operate specifically as quantity surveyors or may become involved in related areas of work such as facilities
management, project management, property management and dispute resolution.
Entry Requirements
The BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying online programme is directed at graduates who have obtained a minimum
final result of 60% in a cognate Level 7 degree.

3. Modules (credits awarded)
Year 1
SEMESTER 1 CREDITS SEMESTER 2 CREDITS
Multi-Disciplinary Project 1 5 Multi-Disciplinary Project 2 5
Quantitative Studies 1 5 Quantitative Studies 2 5
Construction Economics 1 5 Construction Economics 2 5
Year 2
SEMESTER 1 CREDITS SEMESTER 2 CREDITS
Dissertation 1 5 Dissertation 2 10
Capital Works Management Framework 1 5 Capital Works Management Framework 2 5
Property and Facilities Management 5
Fees
Total €8,400
Per Year €4,200
Per 5 credit module €700
Per 10 credit module €1,400

4. Award: Level 8
Duration: 2 years
Application Deadline: August 29th 2014
Delivery: Online
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Tel: 071 931 8511
E-Mail: admissions@itsligo.ie