Program Overview

University Foundation in Property and Surveying Stage1 at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level program. During Stage 1 you will complete a range of modules relevant to your chosen degree, as well as modules concentrating on the skills that are vital for University level education such as Critical Thinking.

Foundation

A Foundation pathway is available for students who:

• Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold GCSE level qualifications)
• Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
• Have been away from studies for a period of time
• Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
• Require additional English language training

If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth.

Progressing from Foundation

Stage 1 will be the first stage in the 4 stage process. Meaning that on successful completion of stage 1 you will seamlessly progress to stage 2, which is the first year of a bachelor’s degree. There is no need to reapply, you will simply just progress between each stage until you reach the final stage and graduate with a degree from International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth.

Quantity Surveying

Quantity Surveyors calculate and manage costs relating to the built environment. They are financial and contractual experts, covering cost and value management, contract law and risk assessment. Quantity Surveyors are integral to moving construction projects from the planning stage to reality. Due to the high costs and risks associated with these projects, your skills as a Quantity Surveyor will always be in high demand.

This BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree is designed and delivered by a team of experienced professionals. You'll learn to think like an entrepreneur, develop professional business acumen and learn sought after quantity surveying skills. You'll be prepared to confidently tackle the social, economic and technical issues associated with construction projects of all sizes.

Our Quantity Surveying graduates are widely respected. They work in all sectors of construction from housing to major infrastructure projects throughout the UK and internationally.

What you'll experience

On this course you'll:

• Learn the professional skills of the quantity surveyor along with commercial and business methods to shape and develop construction
• Use our suite of Building Information Modelling (BIM) software
• Keep up to date with the latest industry developments with teaching informed by research and professional
• Contribute to current debates by attending lectures from visiting guest speakers
• Experience your future working environment by conducting field work in locations in the UK and Europe
• Work on real projects as part of our partnerships with charities, local and global organisations