New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Level 6) Quantity Surveying

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QUALIFICATION

New Zealand Diploma (Level 6, 240 credits)

Duration

2 years full-time (part-time options available)

Location

Petone Campus

Fees

NZD $28,500 (indicative for 2027)

Entry Score

IELTS: Academic 6.0 overall (no individual band lower than 5.5)

Next Intake

March

Programme Overview

This diploma prepares students for work as quantity surveyors and in related construction cost roles. It covers construction methods and materials, measuring quantities from drawings, cost planning, tendering and contract administration.

The programme is Level 6 (240 credits) and runs for two years full-time, with part-time options available. It is taught at the Petone campus, with an international start date of 1 March 2027.

What You'll Study

The programme page lists these learning outcomes:

Building construction methods, materials and processes
Preliminary cost plans, estimates and budgets
Measuring quantities from construction drawings
Preparing and pricing tenders, and planning construction procurement
Administering contracts, and assessing progress payments, variations and final accounts
Using digital measurement, estimating and cost management software
Communicating with clients, consultants and contractors, and applying professional, ethical and commercial principles

The full course list is in the course selection sheet linked on this page.

Why Choose This Programme?

Professional recognition: the programme meets the academic requirements to apply for membership of the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NZIQS).
A route to a degree: graduates may receive credits towards a Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying), subject to the receiving institution's credit recognition policy.
International study grants: the institution says grants are available for international students. Contact the team for eligibility.

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Career Pathways

Sector	Roles
Quantity surveyor	Professional, contractor or subcontractor quantity surveying roles, often starting as a cadet or graduate.
Estimator	Prepare cost estimates and tender prices.
Contract administrator	Administer construction contracts, payments and variations.
Construction, project or commercial manager	Progress into management roles with experience.

Entry Requirements

Under 20: NCEA Level 2 with 12 credits in mathematics (excluding statistics) and at least 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1, or a relevant NZQF Level 4 or higher qualification, or a recognised equivalent.
Over 20: applicants may qualify for special admission. The Head of School may grant entry to applicants who do not meet every requirement but can complete the programme.
English: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with no band lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
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