Quantity Surveying

University of West London

This Quantity Surveying course will prepare you for a career in the construction industry - one of the largest sectors of the UK economy. You will learn to assess the amount of materials and labour required for building operations so that you are ready to work alongside architectural technologists, building surveyors, project managers and other roles.Additionally, you will learn to meet contemporary challenges and opportunities in quantity surveying. These include the digitisation of design and automation of some aspects of project planning and management.Here at UWL, the Career University, we are committed to equipping you with the skills required by the job market today.This course is fully accredited by the RICS ( Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).**What you'll study**On this Quantity Surveying degree course, you will learn the skills to equip you for a career in the construction industry, including:• communicating effectively via 2D and 3D drawings• measurement and surveying• contract administration and contract law• financial management of construction projects• risk management• dispute resolution.As you learn, you will develop broader skills in oral and written communication and teamwork. These skills are not only essential for Quantity Surveyors but also in the wider job market.This is a truly contemporary course, so you will gain a good knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry today. For example, you will learn about:• application of new technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and project management software• sustainability and sustainable construction.Your learning activities will be wide-ranging to suit a variety of learning styles, spanning practical and written tasks, including:• lectures • tutorial sessions • demonstrations • workshops • practical laboratory sessions • online discussions • peer review and observation • in-class presentations.

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