Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from Coventry University campus.<br/><br/>This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding for a career in quantity surveying and commercial management. <br/><br/>The foundation year will introduce you to the world of business with a sharp focus on aspects of management, business communications and marketing in a global context. The foundation year creates opportunities for students to develop key business skills and to put theory, both traditional and contemporary, into practice with real-world scenarios. Students who successfully complete their foundation year will then progress onto the Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) degree within Coventry University’s School of Energy, Construction and Environment. <br/><br/>The degree covers construction cost estimating, including aspects of refurbishment and maintenance cost, procurement, quantification of elements using both traditional and electronic techniques, value management and contract/commercial issues. Aiming to develop contemporary skills such as the use of digital software for quantification and cost management the degree will use live, upcoming or recently completed projects to enable application of skills and knowledge learned in an industry specific and contextualised manner. <br/><br/>**Key benefits of the degree**<br/>* Strong links with industry and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) means that course delivery is mapped to employment needs<br/><br/><br/>* Research-led teaching aims to ensure you are at the forefront of knowledge when entering the industry as a graduate<br/><br/><br/>* Opportunity to gain additional professional qualifications (at no extra cost, subject to application) as well as your degree, upon successful completion – an Autodesk certificate in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and chance to undergo a Building Research Establishment Energy Assessment Method (BREEAM) to become an Accredited Graduate (BREEAM AG)<br/><br/><br/>* Study on shared modules alongside students on a wide range of other professional disciplines, such as, construction management, architectural technology, building surveying, building services engineering and civil engineering, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of today’s construction industry<br/><br/><br/>* Simulation Centre provides opportunity to gain theoretical knowledge and skills, and apply this knowledge to realistic industrial situations within a safe environment<br/><br/><br/>See our website for further details.

Studying at Coventry's city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You'll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry's Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You'll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Register Interest today to find out more about the campus and where you'll study!