Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons)
[N/526/6/0045] [8/25] [MQA/FA 3577]
APPROVAL LETTER REF. NO. | (165)dlm.KKR/LJBM/077/(28)Jld.6-18/11/2336 |
ACCREDITATION SERIAL NO. | BQSM/QSAC/2018/4 |
QUALIFICATION | Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) |
COURSE DURATION | 3.5 years |
INTAKES | February, July, September |
CAMPUS | Sibu, Sarawak |
This programme would provide strong theoretical and practical foundations in quantity surveying practice, preparing students for future employment in construction workplace by cultivating generic and specific competencies. This includes the development of analytical mind, creativity and problem-solving skills which are essential for their long term growth in QS profession. The students will require to attain 128 credit hours of study in order to graduate.
ACCREDITATION
The Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Hons) has received Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) approval and accreditation by the Quantity Surveying Accreditation Council (QSAC) from the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) Malaysia.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
- Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM)
- Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM)
- Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS)
- Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
OUR VISSION
To be a global technical university founded on science and technology
OUR MISSION
To provide world-class educational programmes and learning environment to nurture creative and entrepreneurial leaders
through a broad education in science and technology
PROGRAMME AIM
To produce quantity surveying alumni who are capable of discharging their roles competently, professionally and ethically in a competitive global environment. The graduates will be equipped with sound and coherent technical knowledge as well as management skills, within a broad appreciation of cost, time, and quality in construction and sustainable development.
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
- • To prepare QS graduates with adequate knowledge and skills that underpin the quantity surveying practices
- • To produce QS graduates who possess transferable skills which is imperative for pursuing a career in quantity surveying
- • To produce QS graduates with positive personal qualities who are capable of engaging lifelong learning and cognizant to the needs of built environment.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)
At the end of the programme, students should be able to attain the following learning outcomes:
- 1. Demonstrate in-depth understanding in the principles of construction technology, legal, building economics and management in the context of built environment (Knowledge).
- 2. Demonstrate competency in the application of practical skills in discharging their roles at professional level (Practical Skills).
- 3. Demonstrate the application of entrepreneurship and managerial skills in the process of managing an integrated project from inception to completion (Entrepreneurship and Managerial Skills).
- 4. Possess adaptable social skills and positive attitudes when interacting and collaborating with other participants in teamwork (Social Skills and Responsibilities).
- 5. Capable to communicate ideas professionally and effectively in enhancing teamwork and inter-professional collaboration (Communication, Leadership and Teamwork Skills).
- 6. Demonstrate confidence to undertake scientific inquiry independently utilizing appropriate scientific and thinking skills (Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills).
- 7. Demonstrate proficiency in information management so as to be capable of undertaking lifelong learning independently (Lifelong Learning and Information Management Skills).
- 8. Demonstrate the ability to be conversant with the professional ethics and social responsibilities towards sustainable development and construction process (Ethics, Professionalism & Humanities).
- Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) / A-Level with minimum Grade C (2.00) in 3 subjects, or
- Pass Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with minimum Grade B in 5 subjects including Mathematics, or
- Pass Matriculation/Foundation Programme from recognised institutions with minimum CGPA of 2.50, or
- Pass with a Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.0.
FAQs
The programme will prepare you with the required knowledge in technology, economics, laws, and management pertinent to the construction industry. The learning process is blended with practical and management skills allowing you to adapt to different project natures and to resolve problems creatively. Overall, this programme encompasses the following core knowledge of quantity surveying:
- • Construction Technology
- • Building Services
- • Building Measurements
- • Civil Engineering Measurements
- • Building Economics
- • Construction Law
- • Estimating
- • Project Management
- • Financial Management
- • Quantity Surveying Practice
In addition, all students will be exposed to construction workplace during their practical training to acquire industry-relevant experiences.
Majority QS graduates works as assistant quantity surveyors within 6 months after graduation. A continuous infrastructure expenditure by government means there is always a vast employment opportunities for most graduates working in civil engineering and building. Largely, these QS graduates are employed in:
- • Quantity surveying consultancies
- • Project management consultancies
- • Building contractors
- • Civil engineering contractors
- • Property development firms
- • Oil and gas companies
- • Local authorities
- • Statutory bodies
- • Universities
You are allowed to register for a maximum of 20 credit hours and 12 hours in long and short semester respectively. However, students who are under probation status are not permitted to register more than 12 credit hours.
What is the total duration of my undergraduate study if I am granted with an advanced entry ?
You must possess an accredited Diploma by Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM) and obtain a minimum CGPA of 2.67 so as to be eligible for advanced entry into this programme.
Nevertheless, matured students with relevant qualifications and experience, and students with a diploma in QS or related disciplines may be exempted from certain courses and may be given an advanced entry.
The duration of undergraduate study may be determined based on the previous programme attended, qualifications and grades achieved and / or the number of years of relevant experience held. In essence, you are to be assessed on a case by case basis in accordance with the latest Guidelines for Advanced Entry into BQSM Accredited Degree Programmes published at BQSM website.
The programme is subject to the continuous quality improvement process implemented internally by the Center of Quality Assurance (CQA) of the University. Externally, the programme is answerable on its operation to the Malaysian Quality Assurance (MQA) agency as well as the professional institution such as Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM). Internationally, the programme is closely monitored by the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) on its quality and continuous improvement.
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University College of Technology Sarawak
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96000 Sibu Sarawak
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