Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours)
Program Overview
Quantity Surveying focuses on the management of costs, contracts, and resources in construction projects. Students gain expertise in construction economics, project management, building technology, contract law, and sustainable development, preparing them to support Sarawak’s infrastructure growth and property development sector under PCDS 2030.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Built Environment / Professional Studies
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Infrastructure & Utilities
Study Duration
- 4 years (full‑time, on‑campus)
- Standard completion time: 8 semesters
- Extensions or repeated subjects are not funded under FTES
Admission Requirements
- STPM / A‑Levels / UEC with strong passes in Mathematics and relevant subjects
- Foundation or Diploma in Construction/Engineering/Science with minimum CGPA ≥ 2.5
- IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL iBT ≥ 75 / MUET Band ≥ 4
- Anak Sarawak (MyKad “K” status), first bachelor’s degree, full‑time enrollment, no other scholarships or loans
Career Pathways
- Quantity Surveyor
- Contract Administrator
- Cost Engineer
- Project Manager
- Construction Economist
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Government & Infrastructure: JKR Sarawak, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
- Construction & Property: Naim Holdings, CMS Construction, Hock Seng Lee, KKB Engineering
- Consultancy & Professional Services: Local QS firms, international consultancies with Sarawak projects
- Energy & Utilities: Sarawak Energy Berhad (large‑scale infrastructure projects)
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Quantity Surveyor / Assistant QS | RM 2,800 – RM 3,500 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administrator | RM 4,500 – RM 7,000 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior QS / Project Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Director of QS / Head of Contracts | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 |