What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

How to get a scholarship to study abroad?

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off!

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.

How to study abroad for free?

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant.

How to get an education loan for studying abroad?

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally.

How to go abroad for studies?

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)

Our Bachelor of Quantity Surveying programme offers a recognised qualification and serves as a stepping stone towards becoming a Registered Quantity Surveyor—a pivotal role within the construction industry.

By enrolling in this programme, you will automatically become a member of the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM), a widely recognised professional body. This affiliation not only validates your expertise but also provides you with access to a vast network spanning over 140 countries through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Additionally, our programme is accredited by the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS), further enhancing its credibility and value.

School
Architecture, Building and Design

Intake Month

February, April and September

Study Options

Full time only

Accreditation

by BQSM, PAQS and RICS

Overseas Transfer Options

United Kingdom (UK)

Study Programme

3.5-year

Interested to know more? Start your journey with us now.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

In the Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) programme, the Common Core, University Core and Complementary Study components form the cornerstone of your education. These modules provide essential knowledge and skills that are fundamental to the discipline of Quantity Surveying.

Get ready to explore a range of exciting subjects designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.

Primary Major

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

Year 1

Construction Technology I
Legal Studies
Environmental Science And Services
Fundamental Measurement & Costing
Construction Technology II
Building Services Technology

Year 2

Advanced Measurement
Construction Economics & Management
Construction Project Management
Measurement Of Building Works & Costing
Core Elective (Choose 1)
Procurement & Contract Administration

Year 3.5

Quantity Surveying Studio 2
Value Engineering And Management
Construction Law & Dispute Resolution
Construction Research Project II
Industrial Training
Engineering Measurement
Professional Practice
Construction Research Project I
Quantity Surveying Studio 1

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

University Core

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. It consists of compulsory and nationally mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
Emotional Intelligence in Action
Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah
Social Innovation Project

Note:

Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Flexible Education

The Flexible Education component offers students the flexibility to explore modules in a related or unrelated field, enhancing and complementing their primary major. This component allows students to broaden their knowledge and skills by selecting modules from the same or different schools within the university.

Flexible Education can take various forms, including free electives, extensions, minors, or even a second major. These options provide students with the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of interest or broaden their understanding by exploring a different field of study.

Click here to see a full list of all available Flexible Education Components.

You will need to choose one of the packages below.

Core Electives

Sustainable Housing Development
Construction Supply Chain Management
Strategic Management in Construction

Occupational Health and Safety Management
Facility Management

The electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Our programme offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the field of Bachelor of Quantity Surveying. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Prerequisites

A pass in SPM/O-level or equivalent with 5 credits, including Mathematics, for students from Foundation programmes

A pass in SPM/O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits including Mathematics for students from Pre-U (CPU, STPM, UEC, IB or equivalent from other institutions) and Diploma qualifications.

A Pass in Mathematics at a higher level can be used to replace the prerequisite Credit in Mathematics in SPM/O-Level/or equivalent

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Entry Pathway

Taylor’s Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.50 (not subject to AA)

Taylor’s Foundation in Design (FID)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.50

Other Taylor’s Foundation

Other Taylor’s Foundation in related field (Demonstrated numerical proficiency in Mathematics, Accounting, Principles of Economics or Statistics) with min CGPA 2.50

Taylor’s Diploma

Pass with min. CGPA 2.67

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Min. CGPA 2.00 for 3 subjects

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with Min. 5Bs including Mathematics or Advanced Mathematics or Advanced Mathematics 1 or Advanced Mathematics 2

A Level

Min. DDD

AUSMAT (SACEi)

Min. ATAR 65

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

Min. 24 points and above based on 6 subjects

MUFY

Overall 60%

Foundation in related field from other institution recognised by Malaysian Government

Pass with CGPA 2.50 (demonstrated numerical proficiency in Mathematics, Accounting, Principles of Economics or Statistics)

Diploma from other institution recognised by Malaysian Government

Pass with CGPA 2.67

Other foundation, matriculation, high school certificates from other institution recognised by Malaysian Government

Notes:

All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

English Requirements

IELTS

Band 5.0

TOEFL

40 (Internet Based Test)

MUET

Band 3

UEC English

O-Level

Grade C

Cambridge English/ELS also recognised; the minimum score varies by programme

1119 (GCE-O)

Grade C

Taylor’s EET

Overall Score 5.0

Taylor’s IEN

Level 2 – Grade C

Pre-University / Diploma

Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

OVERSEAS TRANSFER OPTIONS

We offer the option of completing your Bachelor of Quantity Surveying programme with one of our established partner universities in the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom (UK) 🇬🇧

UWE Bristol

BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management | 1 + 2 years

Nottingham Trent University

BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management | 2 + 1 years

FUTURE CAREERS

When you’ve successfully completed this Bachelor of Quantity Surveying programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers in the construction and civil engineering industries, including: