BSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management

This Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) course at Coventry University trains students on how to measure, plan, and manage costs and contracts in construction projects. It covers quantity surveying (measuring building work), cost estimating, procurement (buying goods and services), contracts, costing refurbishment and maintenance, and value management. Students learn both traditional methods and digital tools for quantification and cost control.

Live or recent projects are used to apply learning in real-life settings. The course is accredited by CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building), which helps students to achieve professional status, and move into industry roles. The standard route is three years full-time at the Coventry campus. There are optional features such as a work placement year and study abroad. The course is designed to meet employment needs. Coventry has strong links with industry, with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) involved. That means modules are designed with advice from practitioners.

Students are taught through lectures, seminars, workshops, labs and real-project work. Students also visit sites and work with case studies. Assessment includes written reports, project work, presentations, exams, group assignments and a final research or dissertation project. Feedback is regular to help improve.

Coventry University traces its origins to the Coventry School of Design, founded in 1843, and later evolved through polytechnic status to a full university in 1992. The main campus is in Coventry city centre, with faculties in Engineering, Architecture and the Environment, Business and Law, Health and Life Sciences.

Coventry is known for applied learning, real projects, and links with employers. Student life is active with clubs, societies, sports, support services, and events. The city offers affordable housing relative to many UK cities and good public transport, which helps students on site visits. In teaching and education, Coventry emphasises hands-on, skill-based learning. Staff are often practitioners or have industry background.

Grade Requirement:

• UCAS tariff: 112 points minimum.
• 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English Language and Maths.
• Relevant Level 3 qualifications such as A-Levels or BTEC.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your first language, you need to show proof of English Proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no section below 5.5.
• Other equivalent English language tests, such as TOEFL and PTE, may also be considered.

The annual tuition fee for international students to study Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management at Coventry University is £19,850 for full-time study.

Coventry University offers many scholarships and financial support schemes for students. Merit awards are given to those with strong academic performance. International student fee discounts are also available to eligible students. Bursaries may help with living costs or special expenses like field-trip travel or purchasing software.

Coventry also provides information and help to students through their student finance services to apply for external scholarships. Students should check the Fees and Funding section on the official Coventry website for eligibility, values, deadlines, and application instructions.

Graduates of Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management from Coventry University can take up roles such as:

• Quantity Surveyor
• Cost Estimator
• Contract Manager
• Construction Consultant
• Procurement Specialist

Prospective students for the Coventry University Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management can apply through UCAS. If you need assistance, you can reach out to one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.