QUALIFICATION
Graduate Diploma (Level 7, 120 credits)
Duration
1 Year
Location
City Campus (Madras Street), Christchurch
Fees
NZD 26,572
Entry Score
IELTS: Academic 6.0 overall (no band lower than 5.5)
Next Intake
July
Programme Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying is designed to enhance technical, applied, and legal knowledge for those already holding a degree in a construction-related field. It equips students with specialized skills to provide strategic, budgetary, and financial advice throughout the lifecycle of a construction project.
The program is a practical pathway for architectural technologists or civil engineers looking to pivot into quantity surveying. Graduates are eligible to gain full membership of the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NZIQS) after two years of post-qualification work experience.
What You'll Study
The 120-credit curriculum is split between technical measurement and high-level project coordination.
Core Courses (Level 6 & 7)
- BCQM605: Measurement 2 (15 credits)
- BQEF610: Estimation and Financial Administration (15 credits)
- BQMC600: Measurement and Cost Planning (15 credits)
- BCCP700: Cost Planning / BIM (15 credits)
- BCSP700: Sustainable Property Development (15 credits)
- GDBM705: BIM 4D and 5D Coordination (15 credits)
- GXSM700: Construction Codes, Standards, and Practice (15 credits)
- GDAP701: Applied Project (15 credits) — Apply research and critical thinking to an industry-based project.
Why Choose This Programme?
- Professional Pathway: Direct route to NZIQS membership and professional registration.
- Modern Technology: Strong focus on Building Information Modelling (BIM) 4D and 5D coordination.
- Industry Project: Includes a significant applied project to build real-world experience and industry networks.
- Regional Hub: Study in Christchurch, a city with ongoing large-scale infrastructure and residential development.
Career Pathways
| Sector | Roles |
|---|---|
| Consultancy | Professional Quantity Surveyor, Registered Quantity Surveyor |
| Construction | Estimator, Cost Planner, Procurement Manager |
| Management | Contracts Manager, Construction Cost Manager |
| Academia | Quantity Surveying Lecturer/Researcher |
Entry Requirements
- Academic: A relevant New Zealand Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field (e.g., BCon, BEng, BArch, BAS) or equivalent.
- Additional: Must provide a CV, transcript, or portfolio demonstrating an understanding of timber-framed construction technologies.
- English: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher.
- Credit Recognition: Prior relevant work experience or related study may be eligible for credit recognition.
