MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying

The Heriot-Watt University MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying programme is intended to set you up for success in the cost management and quantity surveying fields of the infrastructure and construction sectors. This course provides you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to advance professionally, regardless of your level of experience. 

With a focus on the construction industry, this master's degree blends fundamental knowledge of construction technologies, procurement, contract management, cost control, and measurement with critical transferable skills. After graduation, the course provides a clear route to Chartership status. 

The MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying from Heriot-Watt University guarantees your learning with a faculty of seasoned academics, working surveyors, and business experts.

Established in 1821, Heriot-Watt University has built a strong international reputation for academic excellence. Originally founded as the School of Arts of Edinburgh, it was granted full university status in 1966. The institution is named after two prominent Scots: philanthropist George Heriot and engineer James Watt.

Heriot-Watt is particularly well regarded for its strengths in Design, Business, Engineering and Science. It is home to Edinburgh Business School, one of Scotland’s largest and most recognised business schools.

With campuses in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia, and an extensive online learning provision, students can access Heriot-Watt’s programmes from anywhere in the world. The university is known for its innovative teaching and commitment to preparing graduates for the global job market.

Grade Requirements

To study this course, a minimum of a second-class honours degree in a relevant discipline is required. Those with non-relevant subjects are to include evidence of essay writing and a personal statement that shows their interest in the course. 

English Proficiency

• Non-native English speakers are expected to show proof of proof of proficiency in English by having an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component. 
• For those who do not meet this requirement, the university offers a number of English language courses to help students meet it before the commencement of their studies.

For the 2025/2026 session, the tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study an MSc in Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying at Heriot-Watt University is £19,816.

Well-qualified, ambitious students are encouraged to study at Heriot-Watt University through access to several scholarships and financial aid opportunities. One such is the International Merit Scholarship. This awards £500,000 in merit scholarships to international fee-paying students enrolling in January and September 2025. These scholarships are typically applied as partial tuition fee reductions for the first year of study. The award value varies by region and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Also, there is the Postgrad Solutions Bursary available for postgraduate students commencing their studies in 2025. This bursary is worth £2,000 and open to all postgraduate students, regardless of their subject choice or mode of study, and can be used in conjunction with other funding. Applications are open until 30 September 2025.

Graduates of MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying at Heriot-Watt University are qualified for roles such as:

• Quantity Surveyor
• Construction Manager 
• Building Surveyor 
• Estimator 
• Commercial Manager 
• Building Surveyor

Applications should be made directly through the university’s online application link. If you require further details on the application process, our trained counsellors are available to assist you.