Programme

New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)

The growing construction sector is driving demand for quantity surveyors to manage expenses and financial plans, making this qualification ideal for those with strong numerical and measurement skills.

Southern Institute of Technology (SIT)

Location

Invercargill

Subjects

Architecture and Building

Qualification Type

Diploma

Study level

Level 6

Duration

2 years

Intakes

Feb

Credits

240

International fees

About $27,000 (one academic year)

Course description

The NZ Diploma in Construction program provides an opportunity to acquire knowledge in construction principles and methodologies, relevant building legislation, conflict resolution, contract conditions and administration, as well as environmental sustainability. Additionally, you will learn to quantify and estimate both material and labor costs. This two-year qualification equips you with the necessary knowledge, understanding, and skills to operate with minimal supervision in the role of a Quantity Surveyor.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the New Zealand Diploma in Construction with the strand in Quantity Surveying (Level 6) will be able to work as a:

Quantity Surveyor
Estimator

With further training and/or experience graduates of this Diploma may be able to work as a:

Senior quantity surveyor
Senior Estimator
Quantity surveying consultant/contractor
Contracts manager
Senior Cost manager
Quantity surveying tutor

Entry requirements

Four years secondary education and/ or New Zealand Trade Certificate in Carpentry or National Certificate in Carpentry. Mature students are welcome to apply.

Non-native English speakers must provide proof of proficiency through one of the following:

IELTS Test
Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5

Pearson Test of English – PTE
Academic score of 50 with no band score lower than 42

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights