Quantity Surveying
Would you like to work as a Quantity Surveyor (QS) ?
Have you an aptitude for numbers and problem solving?
Are you a good communicator and do you enjoy working with other people?
Are you interested in a career in the construction industry?
Then why not consider a career as a Quantity Surveyor.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
You must have achieved 5 passes or 5 O6/ H7s or a combination of 5 O6/H7s or have achieved the LCA with a Merit profile,or have achieved a full relevant QQI Level 4 Award.
Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability
Careers / Further progression
PROGRESSION TO FURTHER STUDIES
If you want to get a degree, then you can apply through the CAO system for entry into courses in the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme such as:
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics or BSc (Hons)
Property Economics or BSc (Hons) or Architectural Technology
BSc (Hons) Construction Management
Technological University Dublin [City] - www.tudublin.ie
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
South East Technological University [Carlow] - www.setu.ie
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
South East Technological University [Waterford] - www.setu.ie
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Technological
University Shannon [Limerick] - www.tus.ie
BSc Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
Atlantic Technological University [Sligo] - www.atu.ie
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue careers in a range of areas including:
· Quantity Surveying
· Construction Management
· Project Management
· Purchasing & Procurement
Further information
Classes will commence in mid-September 2025.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly. Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement
Student Financial Support
The range of schemes and measures available to assist students in Further Education Colleges include the:
Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
Back To Education Allowance (BTEA)
Maintenance Grant Scheme
Fund For Students With Disabilities
Other Funding
PLC Bursary for Displaced Persons (Ukraine) Scheme 2023
www.studentfinance.ie provides comprehensive and user-friendly information on the range of financial support schemes and programmes available to full-time further and higher education students.
For September 2025 Intake BFEI is open for applications on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 8:30am.
All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.
This course offers progression links to third level Quantity Surveying, Building and Construction Management Degree programmes.
What will I study?
• Computer Aided Drafting
• Architectural Drawing
• Mathematics
• Building Construction
• Legal Practice and Procedures
• Communications
• Work Experience
Will I do anything additional on the course?
• Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the Guidance and Career Service.
• Field Trips to various building sites
• Safe Pass Training
5M5010
What qualification will I get when I finish the course?
You will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Construction Technology (5M5010)
Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie