BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year - January Entry
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UCAS code
K242 -
A level offer
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Year of entry
2026/27 -
Course duration
Full Time: 4 Years
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Year of entry
2026/27 -
Course duration
Full Time: 4 Years
Learn about the mechanisms that determine the cost and price of construction, and how projects can be completed on time, with our BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year degree.
This programme is designed for international students. If you want to study quantity surveying at a British university but don’t have the correct qualifications, our four-year BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year programme enables you to undertake an undergraduate quantity surveying degree.
You will complete a foundation year (called Year 0) before progressing onto our three-year BSc Quantity Surveying degree. This means you can apply for a single four-year visa that covers the whole duration of your studies.
The foundation year is designed to equip you with the subject-specific and general study skills needed to cope with the demands of undergraduate study. Our high-quality teaching is geared towards the needs of students from a wide range of educational backgrounds. 98% of our students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 97.75% of responders from the School of Construction Management and Engineering).For more information, visit the International Foundation Programme website.
Overview
Learn about the mechanisms that determine the cost and price of construction, and how projects can be completed on time, with our BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year degree.
This programme is designed for international students. If you want to study quantity surveying at a British university but don’t have the correct qualifications, our four-year BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year programme enables you to undertake an undergraduate quantity surveying degree.
You will complete a foundation year (called Year 0) before progressing onto our three-year BSc Quantity Surveying degree. This means you can apply for a single four-year visa that covers the whole duration of your studies.
The foundation year is designed to equip you with the subject-specific and general study skills needed to cope with the demands of undergraduate study. Our high-quality teaching is geared towards the needs of students from a wide range of educational backgrounds. 98% of our students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 97.75% of responders from the School of Construction Management and Engineering).For more information, visit the International Foundation Programme website.
Entry requirements A Level See entry requirements
GCSE
Grades 9–4 (A*–C) in five subjects, or equivalent qualifications
IELTS
A minimum overall score of 5.5 in IELTS, with no component below 5.5
See our IFP English Qualifications page for full details of the academic and English language entry requirements for this course.
Structure
Optional modules include:
Module details
Title:
Environmental Sustainability
Code:
AD0FES
Convenor:
MS Rebecca Jerrome
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Academic English 1
Code:
IF0AE1
Convenor:
MRS Leslie Lust
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Academic English 2
Code:
IF0AE2
Convenor:
MRS Leslie Lust
Summary:
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Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Core Mathematics
Code:
IF0CMA
Convenor:
DR Rehana Bari
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Foundation Economics - Microeconomics
Code:
IF0EC1
Convenor:
DR Vee Muruko-Jaezuruka
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Foundation Economics - Macroeconomics
Code:
IF0EC2
Convenor:
DR Vee Muruko-Jaezuruka
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
An Introduction to Business and Management
Code:
IF0IBM
Convenor:
DR Meiko Murayama
Summary:
This module covers the fundamental theories in the domain of business and management.
Assessment Method:
Exam 50%, Report 20%, Class test 30%
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Quantitative Methods
Code:
IF0QM
Convenor:
DR Rehana Bari
Summary:
Assessment Method:
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The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Foundation Statistics and Data Science
Code:
IF0SDS
Convenor:
DR James Appleby
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The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Introduction to Sociology
Code:
PO0ISO
Convenor:
DR Dawn Clarke
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Topics in Sociology
Code:
PO0TSO
Convenor:
DR Dawn Clarke
Summary:
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Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Code | Module | Convenor |
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AD0FES | Environmental Sustainability | MS Rebecca Jerrome |
IF0AE1 | Academic English 1 | MRS Leslie Lust |
IF0AE2 | Academic English 2 | MRS Leslie Lust |
IF0CMA | Core Mathematics | DR Rehana Bari |
IF0EC1 | Foundation Economics - Microeconomics | DR Vee Muruko-Jaezuruka |
IF0EC2 | Foundation Economics - Macroeconomics | DR Vee Muruko-Jaezuruka |
IF0IBM | An Introduction to Business and Management | DR Meiko Murayama |
IF0QM | Quantitative Methods | DR Rehana Bari |
IF0SDS | Foundation Statistics and Data Science | DR James Appleby |
PO0ISO | Introduction to Sociology | DR Dawn Clarke |
PO0TSO | Topics in Sociology | DR Dawn Clarke |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Module details
Title:
Construction Science
Code:
CE1CCS
Convenor:
DR Mehdi Shahrestani
Summary:
This module introduces the fundamental concepts of Construction Science through an examination of the physical properties and mechanics of construction materials and the physics of heat, fluids, light sound and electricity. The application of these concepts is described in the CE1CCT Construction Technology Module delivered in the Autumn Term and the concepts are reinforced through the experimental elements of the CE1CES Empirical Science Module which is delivered in the Spring Term. This integrated approach enables the theories and concepts learnt in CE1CCS to be used in other modules, thus helping to reinforce knowledge and understanding and develop critical analysis.
Assessment Method:
Exam 80%, Set exercise 20%
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Construction Technology
Code:
CE1CCT
Convenor:
PROF Tabarak Ballal
Summary:
This is a core technology module in which students explore alternative construction materials and technologies used for low-rise built facilities. It is designed to enable students to comprehend the impact of choice of construction methods and materials on important issues including health and safety, sustainability and the environment.
Assessment Method:
Project 60%, Class test 40%
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Introduction to Economics and Law
Code:
CE1CEL
Convenor:
DR Martin Green
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Information and Communication
Code:
CE1CIC2
Convenor:
DR Ruth Dowsett
Summary:
This module is designed for the students to learn the importance of information representation, communication and digital technologies in the construction of building projects, providing practical skills to support the studies whilst at the University of Reading. The module focuses on the principles, tools and methods to graphically represent and visually communicate project-related information, which can be applied in related building technology modules and in a later practice.
Assessment Method:
Set exercise 10%, Project 90%
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Empirical Studies and Site Engineering
Code:
CE1ESE
Convenor:
DR Mate Janos Lorincz
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
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Title:
Introduction to Management and Projects
Code:
CE1IMP
Convenor:
DR Amna Shibeika
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Code | Module | Convenor |
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CE1CCS | Construction Science | DR Mehdi Shahrestani |
CE1CCT | Construction Technology | PROF Tabarak Ballal |
CE1CEL | Introduction to Economics and Law | DR Martin Green |
CE1CIC2 | Information and Communication | DR Ruth Dowsett |
CE1ESE | Empirical Studies and Site Engineering | DR Mate Janos Lorincz |
CE1IMP | Introduction to Management and Projects | DR Amna Shibeika |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Module details
Title:
Building Pathology and Surveying Practice
Code:
CE2BPS
Convenor:
MR Adrian Tagg
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Projects and Digitalisation
Code:
CE2CPD
Convenor:
PROF Tabarak Ballal
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Introduction to Quantification and Computerised Taking Off
Code:
CE2CTQ
Convenor:
MR Ekpo Ekpenyong
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Building Environment Systems and Technology
Code:
CE2EST
Convenor:
DR Alba Fuertes Casals
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Management of Construction Projects 1
Code:
CE2MCP
Convenor:
DR Shabnam Kabiri
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Construction Procurement and Contract Law
Code:
CE2PCL
Convenor:
DR Ariana Darvish
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Code | Module | Convenor |
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CE2BPS | Building Pathology and Surveying Practice | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE2CPD | Projects and Digitalisation | PROF Tabarak Ballal |
CE2CTQ | Introduction to Quantification and Computerised Taking Off | MR Ekpo Ekpenyong |
CE2EST | Building Environment Systems and Technology | DR Alba Fuertes Casals |
CE2MCP | Management of Construction Projects 1 | DR Shabnam Kabiri |
CE2PCL | Construction Procurement and Contract Law | DR Ariana Darvish |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Module details
Title:
Project QS
Code:
CE3CPQ
Convenor:
DR Upeksha Madanayake
Summary:
This module is designed to give students a practical experience in the basic techniques related to current practice of construction cost management related to the design, procurement and construction of buildings. The module is an individual student project consisting of pre-construction costing activities (including the relevant documentation) of a specified development project.
Assessment Method:
Project 100%
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Quantification and Costing: Buildings and Civil Works
Code:
CE3QBC
Convenor:
DR Upeksha Madanayake
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Research Skills and Dissertation
Code:
CE3RSD
Convenor:
DR Michael Peters
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Code | Module | Convenor |
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CE3CPQ | Project QS | DR Upeksha Madanayake |
CE3QBC | Quantification and Costing: Buildings and Civil Works | DR Upeksha Madanayake |
CE3RSD | Research Skills and Dissertation | DR Michael Peters |
Optional modules include:
Module details
Title:
Business Organisation and Management
Code:
CE3BOM
Convenor:
PROFESSOR Irem Dikmen
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Inclusive Environments
Code:
CE3CE1
Convenor:
MR Adrian Tagg
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Historic Built Environment
Code:
CE3CHB
Convenor:
MR Henry Russell
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Construction Live Project
Code:
CE3CLP1
Convenor:
DR Timothy Lees
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Construction Contract Management
Code:
CE3CM1
Convenor:
DR Ronan Champion
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Digital Technology use in Construction
Code:
CE3DCT
Convenor:
DR Dragana Nikolic
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Environmental Management and Assessment
Code:
CE3EVA
Convenor:
PROF Jacopo Torriti
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Green Innovation in Construction
Code:
CE3GCO
Convenor:
DR Shu-Ling Lu
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
International Construction
Code:
CE3INT
Convenor:
DR Ariana Darvish
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Human Resource and Health and Safety Management
Code:
CE3RHS
Convenor:
DR Florence Phua
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Sustainable Built Environments
Code:
CE3SBE
Convenor:
DR Eugene Mohareb
Summary:
Assessment Method:
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The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Module details
Title:
Commercial Surveying Practices and Advanced Building Pathology
Code:
CE3SBP
Convenor:
MR Adrian Tagg
Summary:
Assessment Method:
Disclaimer:
The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Code | Module | Convenor |
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CE3BOM | Business Organisation and Management | PROFESSOR Irem Dikmen |
CE3CE1 | Inclusive Environments | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE3CHB | Historic Built Environment | MR Henry Russell |
CE3CLP1 | Construction Live Project | DR Timothy Lees |
CE3CM1 | Construction Contract Management | DR Ronan Champion |
CE3DCT | Digital Technology use in Construction | DR Dragana Nikolic |
CE3EVA | Environmental Management and Assessment | PROF Jacopo Torriti |
CE3GCO | Green Innovation in Construction | DR Shu-Ling Lu |
CE3INT | International Construction | DR Ariana Darvish |
CE3RHS | Human Resource and Health and Safety Management | DR Florence Phua |
CE3SBE | Sustainable Built Environments | DR Eugene Mohareb |
CE3SBP | Commercial Surveying Practices and Advanced Building Pathology | MR Adrian Tagg |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Fees
New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £23,000 for 2026/27 Foundation year, then rising to the standard course fees for the duration of your bachelor's level study. The University of Reading will charge undergraduate home tuition fees at the upper limit as set by the UK government for the relevant academic year. The fee cap for 2026/27 hasn't been confirmed yet. Please check the fees and funding webpage for the latest information. For 2025/26 entry, the standard tuition fee is £9,535 per year.
New international students: £23,000 for 2026/27 Foundation year, then rising to the standard course fees for the duration of your bachelor's level study. The International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study as set out in your student contract. For 2026/27, the standard tuition fee is £30,650 per year. For more details, please visit our Fees for International Students page.
Tuition fees
To find out more about how the University of Reading sets its tuition fees, see our fees and funding pages.
Additional Costs
Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
Careers
The vast majority of our graduates move into careers in quantity surveying, although some choose to move into other construction roles such as project management, construction management or cost consultancy. Alternatively, you can choose to move on to postgraduate study.
Overall, 98% of graduates from Construction Management and Engineering are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation; of those in full-time employment, 97% are in graduate-level roles (Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2024, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22; includes first degree Construction Management and Engineering responders).