BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying & Construction Bachelor's degree at De Montfort University

This module will provide you with a fundamental understanding of sustainable and regenerative buildings. It introduces the concept of sustainable development in relation to the technical design of buildings and planning of the built environment, and the impact of current design trends in reducing the environmental footprints. It explores the main reasons behind sustainable principles, including relevant regulations, standards, technologies, materials, users' comfort and assessment tools. It also

This module explores sustainable construction technology concepts within the built environment. This includes an introduction to technological themes in relation to construction, structure, materials and environment. These themes inform the practice of architectural technology and quantity surveying. The module introduces a range of concepts and intuitive levels of understanding in building science. Concepts of structural principles will be discussed by drawing on case studies. Various forms of

This module explores the role of the quantity surveyor within the construction industry and within the construction team. The module introduces the concept of professionalism, and the core practices of inclusivity, teamworking, data management responsibilities to the client and the public. You will also be introduced to issues related to taking-off quantities and cost planning, sustainable development, use of technology in the quantity surveying profession, and the development of understanding o

In this module you will learn to quantify the cost of small scale buildings using industry measurement guidelines. This will support you to develop an understanding of measurement principles, within an understanding of procurement processes. You will learn about construction cost control and how to manage cost and risk during the construction process. The module introduces techniques required to measure, quantify and estimate the cost of construction work. You will read and interpret plans and s

In this module, you will learn the techniques required to estimate the cost of construction work. Drawing from the knowledge gained in the first year, you will read and interpret plans and specifications applicable to construction projects in order to assist with estimation, planning and supervisory activities. The estimated costs associated with the acquisition of materials, labour, and machines on construction sites will be established, together with the application of relevant overhead costs

This module introduces topics related to the principles of project management practice and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in the construction industry. The module explores knowledge areas in project management, building economics management, quality control, resource management, risk management, project procurement and professional practice. You will contextualise these practice-based concepts to develop understanding of everyday issues related to professional practice within the

This module will extend your understanding of how buildings perform environmentally, through drawn analysis and proposal of buildings. The module introduces a range of concepts related to the technology of construction and sustainability, providing you with a full understanding of current and innovative building technologies, materials and systems used in high performance buildings. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of basic building design, construction standards, surveying and environmen

The module will provide and develop your building surveying skills using appropriate measurement methods and technologies. It is designed to improve your numerical and analytical skills and to ensure you have an understanding of construction measurement through practical examples. The module also exposes you to the principles behind measurement and an understanding of the New Rules of Measurement required in carrying out a proper measurement of building works. You will also be introduced to the

The module introduces the general principles of the administration of construction-related contracts and their application to industry-related situations. You will learn about the legal framework within which the construction industry sits, relevant legislation, legal processes, contracts, procurement routes, and statutory applications necessary for ethical practice. You will further explore and differentiate the principal types of procurement systems and associated contracts, and contract law u

In this module you will develop the ability to interpret differing client needs and be able to develop relevant procurement strategies for differing clients and building types. The differing construction related contracts and their relationship to controlling risk and quality control will be explored so that you gain a holistic view of the building process. You will gain an understanding of the processes and techniques used to evaluate cost and its management, the concept of risk and value manag

This module provides you with the opportunity to engage in a detailed independent study of a self-chosen topic that is relevant to the built environment. The dissertation will develop your ability to manage a project with predetermined objectives; pursue it with logic, rigour and depth; and present the study in an appropriate manner. The final submission may take any of the following formats: written dissertation; written analytical case studies (with supporting material drawings, photographs et

This module is designed to develop your understanding of the key professional relationships between the various disciplines involved in the management of construction projects. This will be achieved and tested through responding to a design brief for adaptation and extension of an existing building. The design proposal will require you to synthesise your previous learning in one major project that combines core areas of architectural technology, quantity surveying and construction, embracing sus