Bachelor of Science (Hons) Quantity Surveying

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Quantity Surveying program equips students with the expertise needed to manage costs, contracts, and economic aspects of construction projects. Quantity surveying is a multidisciplinary profession that requires technical, economic, legal, and management skills to ensure the effective planning, execution, and financial control of building developments. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of the Quantity Surveyor’s role throughout the entire construction lifecycle. The curriculum ensures that students develop analytical and problem-solving skills essential for cost-efficient and sustainable construction practices. In addition to academic study, students gain hands-on industry experience through A minimum of six months of practical training at a quantity surveying firm or a construction-related company, providing real-world exposure to industry operations

With its strong industry focus, technical training, and research-based approach, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Quantity Surveying program prepares graduates for rewarding careers in cost management, contract administration, and project consultancy within the construction industry.

• STPM: 3 Passes (min. Grade C), including Mathematics; Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• A-Level: 3 Passes (min. Grade D), including Mathematics/Applied Mathematics; Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects, including Mathematics & Bahasa Malaysia/English; Credit in SPM/O-Level Bahasa Melayu/English (if no Grade B in UEC).
• SAM: ATAR 70 & Grade B in 2 relevant subjects, including Mathematics; Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• CPU: Min. 70% in 2 relevant subjects + 4 others (including Mathematics); Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• IB Diploma: Min. CGPA 2.50 (Arts: 2 relevant subjects incl. Mathematics); Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• Matriculation / Foundation (Other Institutions): Min. CGPA 2.50; Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• Diploma (Level 4, MQF): Min. CGPA 2.67 (max. 30% credit transfer); Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• Quantity Surveying Diploma (Not accredited by BQSM): Min. CGPA 2.67 (full programme required); Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• Diploma (Related Fields: Engineering, Architecture, etc.): Min. CGPA 2.67 (full programme required); Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.
• Other equivalent qualifications: Recognised by the Malaysian Government; Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.

Note: 

1. International students with equivalent SPM/O-Level qualifications must have at least a pass in Mathematics or equivalent.
2. Malaysian Applicants must also have a pass in SPM English/equivalent + credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu/O-Level OR Grade B in UEC Bahasa Malaysia.

English Language Requirement:

Malaysian Applicants (STPM / UEC / Non-English qualifications): 

• Credit in SPM English / Grade C in O-Level English / Grade B in UEC English / MUET Band 3 / IELTS Band 5.0 / TOEFL 40(iBT) / 7.5 (Essentials) / PTE 47 / Cambridge English 154/100 (OET) / ELS CIEP Level 107.
• Not required for A-Level/SAM/CPU or fully English-conducted qualifications, but must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent.
• Applicants not meeting the above requirements: Required to take the English Enhancement Programme and pass English Levels 7 & 8.

International Applicants: 

• Minimum IELTS Band 5.0 / MUET Band 3 / TOEFL 40(iBT) / 7.5 (Essentials) / PTE 47 / Cambridge English 154/100 (OET) / ELS CIEP Level 107 / equivalent.
• Not required for fully English-conducted qualifications or students from English-speaking countries, but must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent.
• Mathematics & Language Credit Requirement (BQSM): Credit in SPM/O-Level Mathematics & Bahasa Melayu/English.

     Year 1

• Building Materials 
• Building Services
• Building Structural System
• Construction Technology I
• Construction Technology II
• English for Professional Communications​
• Elective I 
• Measurement of Building Works I
• MPU1*
• MPU1**
• Site Surveying​
• Technical Drawing and CADD​

      Year 2

• Co-Curriculum 
• Computer Aided Quantity Surveying
• Construction Financial Practice​
• Economics of Construction Industry​
• Estimating​
• Introduction to Law and Malaysian Legal System
• Measurement of Building Works III 
• Measurement of Civil and Infrastructure Works 
• Mechanical and Electrical Services 
• National Language/Other Languages
• Professional Practice And Procedure I 
• Research Methods for Construction 
• Sun Zi’s Art of War and Business Strategies​

      Year 3

• Applied Construction Technology and Maintenance​
• Construction Economics 
• Industrial Training​
• Measurement of Building Works III​
• Professional Practice and Procedure II​

      Year 4

• Construction Law 
• Construction Management​
• Integrated Project 
• Professional Practice and Procedure III 
• Elective II​
• Project 
• Project Management 
• Property Development 
• Value Management

Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)

• Data Analysis for Business Intelligence​
• Management Principles 
• Organisation and Human Resource
• Personal Financial Planning and Investment​

Elective II - Choose 1 course(s)

• Current Construction Issue (Only Offer in Jan Trimester)
• Digital Construction ​
• International Construction (Only Offer in May Trimester)

MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students 
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students 

MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

• Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students 
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban  - For Local Students 

National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course

• Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
• Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
• Introduction to French
• Introduction to German Language
• Introduction to Japanese
• Introduction to Korean
• Introduction to Tamil Language
• Introduction to Thai Language