Courses
Quantity Surveying (Apprenticeship)
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Course Details
| Course Code | SG_QQUAN_H08 |
|---|---|
| Level | 8 |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Credits | 240 |
| Method of Delivery | Online |
| Campus Locations | Sligo |
| Mode of Delivery | Full Time |
Course Overview
With Quantity Surveying on the critical skills list in Ireland, demand for graduate Quantity Surveyors from Employers is high. For this reason, the Quantity Surveying Consortium was formed to develop formal qualifications in this space by way of apprenticeship and thus increase the uptake of Quantity Surveying as a profession.
Launched in 2026, this innovative programme creates an alternative learning experience for students wishing to attain a Quantity Surveying qualification in Ireland. This apprenticeship will bridge the shortfall in Quantity Surveying graduates, providing employers within the built environment with high calibre graduates.
This apprenticeship offers a level 6, 7 and 8 qualifications with opportunities to progress through each of the levels. Apprentices attend online lectures one day per week (fixed day each semester) and four days per week in the workplace, gaining invaluable experience and applying the theory learned during online lectures to live active projects. This method of learning gives students an advantage over traditional full-time learning, whereby the theory of learning can be applied immediately.
Recommended Study Hours per week
8 hours lectures per week with 5 hours independent learning
Examination and Assessment
This course is a mixture of examinations and continuous assessment. Several modules will be assessed by continuous assessment only. The work-based learning element will also be assessed by continuous assessment
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
No on-campus attendance required
Progression
Level 9 in Quantity Surveying
Entry Requirements
To become an apprentice in Ireland, you must be hired by an employer. SOLAS formally approves apprenticeship employers in advance of employing apprentices. Apprentices will receive a formal employment contract as part of their apprenticeship.
To find an apprenticeship, you can search for apprenticeship vacancies on the Apprenticeship Jobs Page (Generation Apprenticeship). You can also search for vacancies on company websites and online jobs forums.
Leaving Certificate Entry Requirements
6 subjects at 06/H7
2 subjects at H5 English or Irish at 06/H7 Maths at 06/H7
Three distinctions and a pass in C20139 or
5N1833 or C20174 or C20175 of 5N18396
or 5N0556 or Leaving Certificate Maths at 06/H7
QQI/FET Requirements
Three distinctions and a pass in C20139 or
5N1833 or C20174 or C20175 of 5N18396
or 5N0556 or Leaving Certificate Maths at 06/H7
Careers
General Contractors
Civil Engineering Contractors
Mechanical and Electrical Contractors
Professional Practice
Local Authorities
Financial Institutions
Civil and Public Service e.g. ESB, Irish Water, Transport etc.
Further Information
Who Should Apply?
This course is appropriate for those with an interest in the construction industry and a problem solver with a view to becoming a chartered quantity surveyor
Contact Information
T: +353 (0)71 91 55222
Department
Civil Engineering and Construction (Sligo)
