Construction and the Built Environment Programmes
Advanced diploma in quantity surveying
GSTM stopped accepting applications for this course on 10 May 2022. Students who are currently enrolled in this program must have completed all course requirements by the teach out end date: May 31, 2023.
Introduction
GSTM stopped accepting applications for this course on 10 May 2022. Students who are currently enrolled in this program must have completed all course requirements by the teach out end date: May 31, 2023.
Programme Specification & Synopsis
Our Advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying provides a detailed understanding of the building industry and thorough preparation for a future career in quantity surveying within the construction industry concerning construction costs and contracts.
For more details:
Eligibility
- Completion of GSTM Specialist Diploma in Quantity Surveying; OR
- Polytechnic Diploma in Construction and Built Environment Industry; OR
- Other PEI qualification (e.g. BCA Diploma that are equivalent to GSTM’s Specialist Diploma); OR
- Matured students: At least 30 years old with at least 8 years relevant working experiences will be considered.
English Language Requirement:
- *A pass in English at GCE ‘O’ Level or IELTS 5.5 and or equivalent; OR
- Completed a prior Diploma or equivalent where the medium of instruction is English
Duration
- Full Time: 8 months Institutional Learning and 6 months Industry Attachment (weekday)
- Part Time: 10 months Institutional Learning and 6 months Industry Attachment (evening weekday / weekend)
Class Mode
Full Time:
- Weekday - 9:00 am to 12:00pm OR 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Part Time:
- Weekday - 7.00 pm to 10.00 pm OR
- Weekend - 10.00 am to 5.00 pm / 2:00pm to 5:00pm / 6.00 pm to 9:00 pm
Find out more: CHANGES TO SAFE MANAGEMENT MEASURES
Licensing of Builders
- Students need to have at least 5 years (in aggregate) of practical experience in the execution of construction projects (whether in Singapore or elsewhere) after attaining the above mentioned program in order to apply to BCA as a General Builder GB Class 2 Technical Controller.
Student Membership
- Eligible to apply for The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Student Membership
- Benefit of Student Status - find out more
- Eligible to apply for Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Student Membership
- Benefit of Student Status - find out more

Assessment Method
- 30% Coursework and 70% Examination
For more information of the course, please contact our Education Consultant at info@gstm.edu.sg OR +65 64239580
Employability
Graduates of this Advanced Diploma will enable them able to pursue careers within the respective Industries. E.g. Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Cost Controller, Project Coordinator in Building Information Modeling, Site Supervisor, Project Manager