QUANTITY SURVEYING BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship

Level 6
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Newry Campus
The Open University (Subject to Validation)

Overview

The aim of the Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship, accredited by the Open University, is to produce graduates who will be able to apply their understanding, knowledge, experience, skills and know-how to create social and economic value within the context of the Northern Ireland and UK economy.   

This Degree in Quantity Surveying will develop graduates with the technical knowledge, commercial awareness and professional skills required to succeed within the construction industry. Students will develop an understanding of the principles that underpin the sector and learn how to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges, balancing cost, quality, value and risk throughout the construction process.

The programme aims to develop graduates who:

Apply their knowledge and skills practically and creatively to develop effective solutions to construction and commercial challenges.
Use numerical, analytical, computational and technical skills confidently, supported by appropriate industry tools and technologies.
Understand the importance of cost, value and risk management and apply these principles effectively within construction projects.
Recognise their wider professional responsibilities, including ethical, social, cultural, environmental, health and safety considerations.
Understand the role of business and enterprise and how effective quantity surveying contributes to economic and social value.
Appreciate the wider national and global context in which the quantity surveying profession operates.
Understand and apply appropriate professional standards and codes of conduct, including when responding to ethical challenges.
Demonstrate a professional approach to their work, with strong communication, teamwork, decision-making and management skills.
Develop the confidence and adaptability required to respond to changing technologies, working practices and demands within the construction industry.

Graduates will be equipped with a broad range of transferable and industry-relevant skills, preparing them to progress within the quantity surveying profession and contribute effectively to the successful delivery of construction projects.

Graduating with a Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Degree offers diverse career opportunities in the construction, engineering, and property sectors. Graduates can pursue various roles, including Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor, Cost Manager, Project Manager, Estimating Manager, Contract Manager, Building Surveyor, Construction Manager, Building Services Manager, Development Manager, Sustainability Consultant (in Construction), Procurement Manager or Risk Manager.

Further information on Open University regulations can be found at this link or below.

Programme Specification

SRC HE Attendance Guidelines

SRC OU Admissions Guidelines

SRC OU Assessment Handbook

SRC OU Extenuating Circumstances Procedures

SRC Student Protection Plan

SRC Regulations for Validated Awards

SRC Level 6 Descriptors

Southern Regional College is approved by The Open University as an appropriate organisation to offer higher education programmes leading to Open University validated awards.

Students entering the Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship will be expected to meet the minimum entry requirements set out below.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.
Applicants must hold a Foundation Degree in a construction discipline, with a pass mark of 55% or above in Level 5 modules (or other relevant Level 5 qualification such as a Pearson Higher National Certificate/Diploma in an construction related discipline).
Applicants must have achieved GCSE English language and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above or approved equivalent.
Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft Teams) and will play an important role in the selection of all courses.
For those entering a Higher Level Apprenticeships (HLA), employers may further enhance the entry criteria at their discretion. All applicants for HLAs will be interviewed by prospective employers to decide their suitability prior to being employed by a company. Each the applicant must secure employment with a Northern Ireland based company with a minimum contract of 21 hours. Entrance to HLAs is subject to meeting DfE Operational requirements.

The College’s Admissions Policy reflects the expectations of the UK Quality Code May 2023. Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

To find out more about the application process for Higher Level Apprenticeships please see Information on Higher Level Apprenticeships.

For further detail on our entry requirements please review our Admissions Policy & Criteria.

Modules include:

Advanced Construction Economics
Collaborative Project
Construction Practice and Administration
Project Management and Professional Ethics
Research and Dissertation

Learners will be assessed continuously throughout the two years of the course. Assessment methods include module exams, reports, case studies and presentations.

This Higher Level Apprenticeship is FREE, fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

Students can also progress onto Level 7 courses at UK universities dependent on university entry requirements. This may include:

Quantity Surveying
Construction Management
Site Management
Project Management

Graduating with a Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Degree opens the door to a wide range of rewarding and diverse career opportunities in the construction, engineering, and property sectors. Quantity surveyors play a crucial role in managing costs and ensuring the financial success of construction projects, from residential buildings to large-scale infrastructure projects. With their expertise in cost estimation, project management, and contract law, graduates are well-equipped to work in a variety of roles across multiple industries. Below are some of the key career paths available to graduates of this degree: