It’s a two-year programme (students must complete year one and year two) and you’ll come out ready to start your new role. In fact, many of our students get part-time work in the industry in their second year. This qualification meets the academic requirements of the New Zealand Institute of Building and provides entry as an affiliate member to the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors. Membership to NZIQS is free while you are a full time student. What you will learn Understand building construction Develop skills in cost estimation and how to create preliminary cost estimates and cost plans Learn how the principles of published data relate to the provision of services for a project Measure and manage quantities of resources Gain skills in administering contracts and how to value building works Know how to prepare a construction project for quantity surveying

Under 20 years 50 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above with at least 12 credits in each of English, Maths and Science, or achieved a level 3 or 4 qualification in a related field. or relevant experience. 20+ years If you’re 20 years or over, you may qualify for special admission on this programme. Contact us if you don’t meet the Under 20 entry criteria. International students Minimum IELTS (academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.