Our degree apprenticeship courses

We currently offer a range of degree apprenticeship courses. For the full range of courses visit our apprenticeships page for applicants or for business partners.

Course summary

This Level 6 degree apprenticeship provides industry-led study of the management and organisation of sustainable construction production, focused on the economic, commercial, financial, legal and contractual dimensions of projects.

DurationStart dateLocationEntry levelEnd Point Assessment Organisation
3 years part-timeSeptember 2024Marylebone Campus, Central LondonLevel 5CIOB

Starting at Level 5, equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree, apprentices gain a BSc Honours in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. Those with insufficient experience can study our Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship first.

Supported by their employer to ‘earn while they learn’ without paying course fees, apprentices will learn about the design, technology and management of domestic construction processes, including planning and programming, health and safety, project life cycle assessment, people management, leadership, and business management. Real-life case studies, problem- and work-based learning bring professional practice to the classroom, while apprentices apply their learning to workplace projects.

The University is ranked 14th in the UK for Building by The Times Good University Guide 2021, placing Westminster 2nd in London. Our central London location and numerous industry contacts, which include Great Portland Estates, Mace, Lendlease, The Portman Estate, Wilmott Dixon, Multiplex, Transport for London and The Crown Estate, enable us to invite practising professionals to speak and visit major construction and infrastructure projects.

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Course structure

This is a three-year course. Apprentices must be employed by a construction employer. Time spent on work and training is split 80/20, meaning the apprentices spend 20% of their time learning, which can include time at the University and work-based training, linked to the apprenticeship, provided by the employer.

Year 1 introduces the principles that underpin the study of construction, specifically in relation to simple building forms, the key theories and concepts of building design, building science, construction technology, site surveying and data analysis. Right from the start, apprentices will be introduced to real-world projects and case studies.

Subjects of study include:

  • Construction Engineering Technology
  • Environmental Science and Services
  • Project and Commercial Management (Management 5)
  • Advanced Measurement (Management 6)

Credit level 5

 

Year 2 considers how to manage building design and procure construction services, including measurement, quantification and estimating of building costs together with the principles underlying project financial, contractual and site management.

Subjects of study include:

  • Project Procurement, Management and Law (Management 3)
  • Construction Project-Based Learning (Management 4)
  • Contract Administration and Practice (Management 11)
  • Construction Technology and Innovation (Technology 6)

Credit level 5-6

Year 3 focuses on construction frameworks and contracts, including project evaluation, development, sustainable and modern construction, cost information systems, whole life costing, industry challenges and supply chain management. At the end of Year 3, apprentices take an end point assessment based on their work experience, comprising an online test, project and professional discussion.

Subjects of study include:

  • Professional Practice (Management 7)
  • Project Management (Management 9)
  • Project Evaluation and Development (Management 10)
  • Current Issues in the Built Environment

Credit level 6

Accreditations

This apprenticeship will include the knowledge, skills and behaviours typically required to achieve full member or chartered status with the industry’s recognised professional bodies. The final assessment process for this apprenticeship will typically be partly representative of the review process required for professional registration.

The Quantity Surveying and Commercial BSc Honours is fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the world's leading professional body for qualifications and standards in land, property, infrastructure and construction. Successful completion fulfils the academic requirements to become a professional member with the designation MRICS after gaining experience in the workplace and passing the Assessment of Professional Competence. Additionally, the course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), which has granted Westminster Business School ‘Accredited Centre Status’. Graduates from this course can apply, with appropriate experience, for membership of CIOB and the designation MCIOB. The course is also accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).

On completing and passing the End Point Assessment, apprentices will automatically qualify for MCIOB–L6.

Programme specification

For more details on course structure and modules, and how you will be taught and assessed, see the programme specification.

To request an accessible version of the programme specification, please email .

Download the Programme Specification

Entry requirements and eligibility

Our apprenticeships are only available to those employed as part of an agreed apprenticeship scheme in a related role, who are aged 18 or over on the first day, are not in full-time education and meet the ESFA funding eligibility criteria. Further details are available on our How to apply page.

Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements of the course:

  • BTEC HND/HNC in Construction or Built Environment: Merit profile

or

  • Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship (an interview might be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for the apprenticeship)

In addition to the above, it is a requirement that all applicants can demonstrate competency at a Level 2 standard in English and maths. This will be assessed during the application process, as part of the initial assessment stage.

It is a mandatory requirement, that in order for an apprentice to reach End Point Assessment, they must hold a Level 2 achievement in English and maths and be able to provide a copy of the original certificate of achievement.

Current acceptable evidence can be found on the Education and Skills Funding Agency's list of acceptable qualifications for English and maths requirements.

Those who are able to demonstrate competence at Level 2 but who are unable to provide evidence of prior attainment, such as a GCSE at grade C or 4 and above in English and Maths, will be required to obtain this during their first year of the apprenticeship. The University of Westminster will support any apprentice this affects, by facilitating an option to study for Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths with a partner organisation, in order to meet the requirement to progress to year two of the apprenticeship.

Fees

Employers who pay the levy are able to use their available levy funds to cover the training and assessment costs. Employers who do not pay the apprenticeship levy share the cost of training and assessing their apprentices with the government – this is called 'co-investment'. Non-levy paying employers will contribute 5% towards the cost of apprenticeship training and the government will pay the rest (95%) up to the funding band maximum.

University module retakes are not included in apprenticeship levy funding. Employers will be charged separately. The current fee is £1,540 (price per 20-credit module).

One End Point Assessment (EPA) attempt is included in the apprenticeship levy funding. Any EPA resits are payable by the employer outside the levy. The EPA resit fees are:

  • Knowledge Test £50 (first resit fee)
  • Appendix B and C (Project) £200
  • Professional Discussion £400

Careers/professional development

This course complements and enhances workplace knowledge and experience, boosting the apprentice’s career prospects, on-the-job performance and satisfaction. It also demonstrates the employer’s commitment to staff development, enhancing their appeal to future employees.

Apprentices must be in full-time employment, as a trainee, assistant commercial manager or more experienced role. They will develop a well-rounded understanding of the construction process, the specification of building work, cost analysis, procurement and management of building contracts.

Course Leader

Olayinka Omoboye

Olayinka Omoboye is a respected leader in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. With a forward-thinking approach and an impressive educational background, Olayinka is currently in the final stages of his PhD in Quantity Surveying at the Federal University of Technology, Minna. He seamlessly blends academic knowledge with extensive practical experience, gained over 17 years of dedicated service in the construction industry.  

As a consultant, Olayinka has overseen complex projects, managed procurement processes with meticulous attention to detail, and consistently delivered successful project outcomes. He has earned qualifications such as the Chartered Construction Manager designation from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Chartered Quantity Surveyor status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). He is also affiliated with esteemed professional bodies such as the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) and the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS). Olayinka is a dedicated educator, currently serving as a Lecturer in Quantity Surveying at the University of Westminster. He is committed to providing his students with a comprehensive and industry-relevant education, reflected in his exceptional pass rates. He also plays a crucial role in curriculum development and academic guidance as the head of the Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management course.  

Beyond academia, Olayinka is passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. He champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring each student feels valued and respected. His research interests include AI's ethical application and resilience within the built environment. Olayinka's contributions have earned him well-deserved recognition, reflecting his unwavering commitment to excellence. He is a visionary leader dedicated to shaping the future of Quantity Surveying.

Teaching and assessment

This is how you can expect to be taught and assessed at the University of Westminster. Your apprenticeship will include additional requirements, agreed in partnership with your employer, designed to develop and evidence your skills in the workplace.

How you'll be taught

Teaching methods across all our undergraduate courses focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application.

Learning typically falls into two broad categories:

  • Scheduled hours: examples include lectures, seminars, practical classes, workshops, supervised time in a studio
  • Independent study: non-scheduled time in which students are expected to study independently. This may include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks, or revision

How you'll be assessed

Our undergraduate courses include a wide variety of assessments.

Assessments typically fall into three broad categories:

  • Practical: examples include presentations, videos, podcasts, lab work, creating artefacts  
  • Written exams: end of semester exams
  • Coursework: examples include essays, reports, in-class tests, portfolios, dissertations

Course location

Our Marylebone Campus has benefitted from a multi-million-pound refurbishment resulting in new workshops, digital studios and development of the Marylebone Library. The campus is home to Westminster Business School and our award-winning Architecture, Planning and Tourism courses.

For more details, visit our Marylebone Campus page.

Contact us

We are keen to establish new relationships with employers from a wide range of sectors and welcome enquiries. For more information please contact our dedicated apprenticeships team on:

+44 (0) 207 911 5027