Quantity Surveying Specialisation

About the course

This undergraduate specialisation is designed for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) and builds capability in quantity surveying within contemporary construction practice. It focuses on understanding local industry contexts, with particular emphasis on measurement processes and sustainability practices that inform cost planning and project delivery. The specialisation is completed as a set of four units alongside your bachelor-level construction management studies.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their construction management profile with quantity surveying capabilities applicable across building and infrastructure projects. Skills developed support work in cost planning, measurement, procurement support and sustainability-informed project decision-making within contractor, consultancy or client-side environments. This specialisation helps prepare bachelor-level construction management students for roles that interface with quantity surveyors and commercial teams in the construction industry.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)