Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Science in Quantity Surveying in South Africa

  • Course Name: Master of Science in Quantity Surveying()
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  • Course Category: Masters Courses

Master of Science in Quantity Surveying program provides in-depth knowledge and skills necessary for successful careers in the field. This postgraduate degree focuses on various aspects of quantity surveying including cost management, construction economics, project management and contract administration. Students will gain expertise in analyzing costs, managing budgets and ensuring projects are delivered within the allocated resources. Graduates of this program can expect a wide range of career opportunities in both the public and private sectors.


Here are some potential career paths for Master of Science in Quantity Surveying graduates:

1. Quantity Surveyor
2. Cost Consultant
3. Project Manager
4. Construction Manager
5. Contracts Manager
6. Asset Manager
7. Property Developer
8. Facilities Manager
9. Estimator
10. Construction Economist
11. Procurement Specialist
12. Risk Manager
13. Real Estate Analyst
14. Value Engineer
15. Construction Financial Manager.

Institutions Offering Master of Science in Quantity Surveying

  • University of the Witwatersrand University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
    Entry Requirements:
    1. Honours: A bachelors degree or equivalent.
    2. Masters: A Bachelor of Science with Honours from Wits or another university or a 4 year Bachelor of Engineering Science.
    3. Doctorate:
    - A Master of Science or Engineering from Wits or another university;
    - A supervisor from the Faculty of Engineering or the Built Environment must be identified and approached prior to application.


    Course Duration: 1 year

    Mode of Study: Full time
  • University of Pretoria University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
    Admission Requirements:
    BScHons (Quantity Surveying) (or equivalent) degree at NQF level 8 including 30 credits of research passed at honours level
    Relevant practical experience assessed by the departmental Postgraduate Committee

    Duration of study:
    1 year, full-time.
  • University of the Free State University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  




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