Quantity Surveying major – Bachelor of Construction
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The Quantity Surveying major in AUT's Bachelor of Construction prepares you for a career as a quantity surveyor, with a focus on contract management, costing, and commercial management in the construction industry. The programme is accredited by industry bodies including NZIQS and RICS.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
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Develop skills for a career in quantity surveying
Gain knowledge and capabilities required to perform as a quantity surveyor in the construction industry, including understanding technical and commercial aspects of projects.
Understand contract management and commercial processes
Acquire expertise in managing building contracts, assessing costs, budgeting, and commercial management in construction.
Apply principles of law to construction projects
Learn the legal frameworks and practices relevant for construction industry professionals, particularly in relation to contract law.
What You're Signing Up For
This degree equips students for essential construction industry roles as quantity surveyors, preparing them to manage contracts, assess costs, and handle commercial aspects in building and infrastructure projects. Accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, graduates gain skills in technical construction practice, commercial management, and contract law, and are prepared for roles such as quantity surveyor, project manager, or estimator.
Course Content
- Mahitahi: Collaborative Practices
- Introduction to Construction Materials
- Principles of Law for Construction
- Construction Organisation and Practice
- Construction Technology I, II, III
- Construction Engineering Management I, II
- Construction Design and Implementation
- Measurement and Estimation
- Quantity Surveying
- Construction Process Integration
- Human Factors
- Reflective Work Practice
- Land Economy and Valuation
- Innovation, Advanced Construction Systems and Sustainability
- Safety Engineering and Site Operations
- Construction Integration Specialisation Project (Parts A & B)
- Quantity Surveying Practice and Advanced Measurement
- Leadership and People Management
- Commercial Management and Dispute Resolution
- Construction Planning
- Elective courses and Professional Practice minor courses
What you need to know first
University Entrance (UE) or equivalent, including literacy and numeracy requirements. For specific subject requirements, refer to the AUT Academic Calendar.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Quantity Surveying
Project Management
Cost Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Quantity surveyor (client, main contractor, or sub-contractor)
Project manager
Cost manager
Building control officer
Estimator
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