BSc: Construction Economics (Quantity Surveying with Financial and Business Management)

Nelson Mandela University

BSc: Construction Economics (Quantity Surveying with Financial and Business Management)

Programme Overview:

Students are introduced to the following fields of expertise related to the quantity surveying profession and construction industry: construction methods and materials; costs of various construction elements and components; the influence of the economy on the industry; rights and obligations of different parties; the use of computers and the principles of entrepreneurial success; personal and professional ethics; and general professional practice and management. Take note: The BSc (Construction Economics) is followed by the BSc Honours (Quantity Surveying) in order to develop the additional expertise needed to register as a candidate quantity surveyor with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession.

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Department:

Department of Construction Management

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

–

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

–

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 55%. Recommended NSC/IEB Subjects: • Engineering Graphics & Design • Physical Science Please note: As a limited number of students can be admitted, admission is subject to departmental selection based on academic merit.

Career opportunities:

Quantity Surveyors act as financial consultants on construction and property development projects. In addition to working as consultants in private practice, quantity surveyors’ skills are also utilised in areas such as civil engineering construction, facilities management, mining, government administration, advising on property finance and conducting research at Tertiary Institutions.

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