The Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc Honours at the University of Westminster is designed for aspiring professionals keen to master the financial and contractual intricacies of the built environment. You will gain a deep understanding of the context, core concepts, and theories essential for quantity surveyors and commercial managers, focusing on the creation of a sustainably built environment for national and international clients. This course is ideal for students aiming for professional practice, as it emphasizes the behaviours and attitudes required of modern construction professionals, integrating subjects like health and safety, construction technology, and digital construction.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, you will engage with real-world projects and case studies from the outset, visiting building sites and attending industry events. Your learning journey progresses from basic construction principles to complex high-rise structures, covering measurement, cost estimation, project financial management, and procurement law. In your final year, you will investigate a current issue of your choice and explore professionalism, preparing you for roles in project evaluation, cost information systems, and supply chain management, with opportunities for international field trips to broaden your perspective.