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Diploma in Quantity Surveying Assistant

The Diploma in Quantity Surveying Assistant prepares learners for entry-level roles in construction cost management. It builds skills in measurement and take-offs, basic estimating, BOQ preparation, materials knowledge, site documentation, and simple contract awareness. Graduates can work as QS assistants, measurement assistants, or office/site support staff, with clear pathways to higher qualifications.

Duration

12 months

Credits

120 credits

Assessment

Assignment based

Modules

9

Programme overview

Build knowledge for your next academic or career move

The Diploma in Quantity Surveying Assistant prepares learners for entry-level roles in construction cost management. It builds skills in measurement and take-offs, basic estimating, BOQ preparation, materials knowledge, site documentation, and simple contract awareness. Graduates can work as QS assistants, measurement assistants, or office/site support staff, with clear pathways to higher qualifications.

Entry requirements

Who can apply

GCE O/L & A/L with one pass, or an IVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject, or an NVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject.

What you will study

Programme modules

1

Drawings practice for Quantity Surveying

2

Estimating & Tendering for Construction

3

Management Accounting and Finance

4

Pre Contract Management

5

Surveying & Leveling

6

Civil Engineering Construction and Technology

7

Measurement 1 - Building & Service

8

Computer-Aided Designing using

9

Auto-CAD & PlanSwift

Fees and instalments

Payment information

Total programme fee

LKR 43,000

Initial payment

LKR 23,000

Instalment 1LKR 5,000

Instalment 2LKR 5,000

Instalment 3LKR 5,000

Instalment 4LKR 5,000

Fee effective date: To be confirmed. All amounts must be confirmed before the page is published.