University of Derby

BSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management

University of Derby

Course overview

The BSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management at the University of Derby is a three-year programme designed to equip students with the financial knowledge and technical expertise required for construction roles. The programme covers key areas such as planning, procurement of construction work, assessing cost for design, and advising clients on a project's financial value. 

The course is professionally accredited by bodies including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), while learning methods include formal lectures and seminars, practical site visits and building surveys. Assessments for this course involve group projects, examinations, computer workshops and surveying field work. 

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement with reasons for applying to the course and other important academic information. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates generally need at least 104 UCAS Tariff points from  A-Levels at BBC, BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, T Levels and Access to HE Diplomas
  • Similar international qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking countries need to achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each section.
  • Similar English tests like PTE are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management from the University of Derby can become:

  • Quantity Surveyors
  • Construction Project Managers
  • Commercial Managers
  • Estimators
  • Civil Engineering Contractors

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for international students on the BSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management in the University of Derby is £17,500.

Admission

Candidates can apply directly to the University or through UCAS for the course. Reach out to our trained counsellors for help.

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