BSc Quantity Surveying
University of Reading Malaysia · Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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With this BSc Quantity Surveying programme, you will learn how the mechanisms that determine the cost and price of construction work, and how projects can be completed on time, to specification and within budget.
You will develop transferable construction and surveying knowledge over the first years of study, and the final year is designed to build specialist capability in construction economics and contract law, with a dissertation and a quantity surveying project focused on preparing a design cost plan.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Construction Technology
- Construction Science
- Information and Communication
- Introduction to Economics and Law
- Empirical Studies and Site Engineering
- Introduction to Management and Projects
- Management of Construction Projects 1
- Building Environment Systems and Technology
- Introduction to Quantification and Computerised Taking Off
- Projects and Digitalisation
- Construction Procurement and Contract Law
- Building Pathology and Surveying Practice
- Quantification and Costing: Buildings and Civil Works
- Sustainable Built Environments
- Research Skills and Dissertation
- Project QS
- Construction Contract Management
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Compulsory modules | Construction Science | 20 | 120 |
| Construction Technology | 20 | |||
| Introduction to Economics and Law | 20 | |||
| Information and Communication | 20 | |||
| Empirical Studies and Site Engineering | 20 | |||
| Introduction to Management and Projects | 20 | |||
| Part 2 | Compulsory modules | Building Pathology and Surveying Practice | 20 | 120 |
| Projects and Digitalisation | 20 | |||
| Introduction to Quantification and Computerised Taking Off | 20 | |||
| Building Environment Systems and Technology | 20 | |||
| Management of Construction Projects | 20 | |||
| Construction Procurement and Contract Law | 20 | |||
| Part 3 | Compulsory modules | Construction Contract Management | 20 | 120 |
| Project QS | 20 | |||
| Quantification and Costing: Buildings and Civil Works | 20 | |||
| Research Skills and Dissertation | 40 | |||
| Sustainable Built Environments | 20 | |||
| Total | Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 compulsory modules | 360 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build specialist capability in construction cost management and financial administration, preparing you for roles connected to development project cost control and construction finance.
- You graduate with applied quantity surveying skills supported by digital construction training such as BIM lounge exposure and BIM-related learning, strengthening your industry readiness.
- You develop competence in quantification and costing for both buildings and civil works, supporting your pathway into quantity surveying and related cost consultancy work.
- You gain confidence through research and dissertation-focused learning, helping you communicate evidence-based cost and project decisions in professional environments.
- You are prepared for broad construction roles beyond quantity surveying, including project management and construction management pathways, depending on your career goals.
Employability rate
For quantity surveying graduates in Malaysia, you can typically expect an employability rate of about 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18% as demand concentrates around construction projects and cost consultancy needs.
Together, these figures suggest a solid, stable outlook for early-career opportunities when you build job-relevant QS and digital construction skills during your degree.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International Foundation or equivalent | International applicants with an accredited Malaysia foundation/matriculation programme by MQA may be considered with CGPA 3.0. Other relevant qualifications accredited and recognised by MQA may also be accepted. |
| School-leaving qualification (international) | International applicants can be considered with qualifications such as A-Level (BBB), IB Diploma (overall 30 points with 3 points in SL/HL Mathematics), or equivalent school-leaving qualifications. Entry requirements vary by the qualification you hold; Mathematics is included as a requirement as stated in the programme entry requirements. |
| Other international qualifications | The programme entry requirements also list other pathways such as UEC (ABBBB including Mathematics), STPM (BBB), and NCUK International Foundation Year (BBB including Mathematics). Kindly contact the admissions team for further details on how your qualification is assessed. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | Conditional match | International applicants should be prepared for a curriculum that includes economics, law, management, construction technology, quantification, cost management, and surveying practice. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the University of Reading Malaysia English language requirements shown for this undergraduate programme. If you do not meet the required scores, pre-sessional English options may be available.
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MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 48000 / per year | International students: RM 48,000 per annum. For international students, SST is applicable on tuition fees and other charges in accordance with the Malaysian Government directive effective 1 July 2025. |
Proof of financial resources
Before you apply for a student visa, international applicants are usually expected to show they can fund tuition fees and living costs for the period of study. Prepare your financial documents as early as possible so you can meet visa processing timelines.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | October 01, 2025 | July 21, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | May 11, 2026 | September 21, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | April 01, 2026 | September 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your qualifications and English evidence
Review the programme entry requirements for the qualification pathway that matches your previous study and confirm you meet the Mathematics requirement where stated. Gather your official academic transcripts and certificates for submission. Ensure you have a valid English language test result that meets the published minimum for this programme.
Submit the online application
Apply through the University of Reading Malaysia official application page during the published undergraduate admissions window. Select the correct undergraduate course (including BSc Quantity Surveying) and complete all required fields. Upload your documents in the requested format and pay the application fee shown for international applicants before the deadline.
Respond to any requests from admissions
After submission, admissions may request additional documentation or clarifications based on your international qualifications. Monitor your email and follow the instructions provided by the university promptly. Submit any requested items by the stated deadline to avoid delays.