Please note: this programme is currently undergoing modifications for our September 2025 intake and is pending re-accreditation. Details will be updated here shortly.
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.
| Duration | Start date | Location | Entry level | End Point Assessment Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years part-time | September 2025 | Marylebone Campus, Central London | Level 5 | CIOB |
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.
Course structure
This is a three-year apprenticeship. Apprentices must be employed by a construction employer. Time spent on work and training is split, meaning the apprentices spend on average six hours a week 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:
- Development and Design Economics
- Construction Health and Safety for Quantity Surveyors
- Construction Engineering and Technology (Infrastructure)
- Procurement and Tendering
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:
- Construction Contract Practice
- Measurement of Civil And Infrastructure Works
- Sustainability Practice (Carbon Measurement and Management)
- Construction Project Finance
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.
To achieve the apprenticeship and complete the University qualification, apprentices must successfully progress into Gateway and attempt all elements of the End Point Assessment at the end of the course in order to be awarded the qualification certificate and attend a graduation ceremony.
Subjects of study include:
- International Building Challenge Project for Quantity Surveyors
- Measurement of Engineering Services (MEP)
- Project Commercial Management
- End Point Assessment Preparation
- Apprenticeship End Point Assessment
Credit level 6
Accreditations
The course is recognized and accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), which was established in 1834 and granted a Royal Charter in 1980. This accreditation signifies a peer review process and acknowledges the achievement of quality standards in delivering this course. It is periodically reviewed to ensure that the course continues to provide high-quality education in the built environment.
The CIOB serves as this apprenticeship's End-Point Assessment Organization (EPAO). An EPAO is responsible for delivering End-Point Assessments, which are the final and most critical stage of an apprenticeship. These assessments are unbiased and conducted independently to determine whether an apprentice has demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard.
On completing and passing the End Point Assessment, apprentices will automatically qualify for MCIOB–L6.
(Currently pending re-accreditation)
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 [email protected].
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 one of the above, you should have:
- GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher level
- GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 4
If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.
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 £1,589* (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
*Subject to UK parliamentary procedure
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
Aravinda Adhikari
Dr Aravinda Adhikari joined the University of Westminster as a Lecturer in Quantity Surveying, bringing with him a diverse background in both academic research and industry practice. He previously served as a Teaching Assistant at the City University of Hong Kong, where he also completed his PhD in Architecture and Civil Engineering. His doctoral research focused on Building Damage Detection and Quantification using machine learning and point cloud analysis, highlighting his expertise in integrating advanced technologies with construction practices.
Aravinda holds an MSc in Construction Management from the City University of Hong Kong and a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing the field of Quantity Surveying through both teaching and research.
With professional experience as a Quantity Surveyor in Bahrain, Aravinda has applied his technical skills and industry knowledge to real-world projects, further enriching his teaching practice. At Westminster, he leads the L4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician and L6 Construction Quantity Surveyor (CIOB) courses and serves as the Module Leader for several L5, L6, and L7 modules in Construction Management and Project Management.
In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Aravinda supervises Master's level students, guiding their research and helping them develop critical skills for the construction industry. He is also a Graduate member of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL), reflecting his active engagement with the professional community.
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 these broad categories:
- Practical: examples include presentations, videos, podcasts, lab work, creating artefacts
- 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:
T: +44 (0) 207 911 5027
E: [email protected]