Future Skills is a Category 1 NZQA-accredited provider in Auckland, New Zealand that focuses on practical, industry-aligned education. It offers hands-on programmes that prepare students for real-world careers, including construction and building surveying disciplines.

 

This degree is offered under the Construction and Building Surveying cluster alongside other programmes such as building compliance and construction certificates.

 

Why Study This Programme?

The Bachelor of Building Surveying and Control equips students with the specialised knowledge and skills needed to understand and apply building standards, regulatory frameworks, and safety inspection practices. It prepares graduates for roles that ensure building safety, legal compliance and quality in the built environment — a sector with strong growth prospects in New Zealand.

 

This degree is particularly valuable if you want a professional career in building regulation, inspections, compliance, or surveying — fields that are essential for local authorities, construction firms and consulting practices.

 

Subjects & Programme Structure

The degree combines regulatory, technical and managerial coursework relevant to building surveying.

Year 1 – Foundations (Compulsory)

• Regulatory Environment

• Building Consent Authority Environment

• Construction Technology

• Building Code & Acceptable Solutions (Residential)

• Residential Plan Processing

• Residential Site Inspections

Year 2 – Commercial & Legal Frameworks

• Building Code & Acceptable Solutions (Commercial)

• Commercial Plan Processing

• Statutory Powers, Offences & Enforcement

• Statutory Requirements & Risk Management

• Commercial Site Inspections

Year 3 – Advanced & Elective Focus

Compulsory:

• Inspection & Reporting

• Building Pathology

• Advanced Construction Systems

• Applied Business Management

Elective Options (choose one from each group):

• Contract Law OR Dispute Resolution & Natural Justice

• Construction Innovation OR Design Buildability & BIM

• Construction Project (Case Study) OR Construction Project (Research)

 

Disciplines & Specialisations

The bachelor’s focuses on the Building Surveying discipline — including:

• Building inspections and reporting
• Compliance with building codes and legal standards
• Construction pathology and defect analysis
• Advanced construction systems
• Elective topics like contract law, BIM and innovation

 

Highlights

• First degree of its kind in NZ specifically in building surveying and control.
• Blends theory with hands-on practice to build real workplace skills.
• Covers both residential and commercial surveying and regulatory environments.
• Offers electives and research opportunities in specialised areas.
• Graduates can enter a sector with strong demand for compliance and inspection professionals.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

• Building Surveyor
• Building Control Officer
• Building Inspector
• Building Compliance Officer
• Regulatory Specialist in local/council or private firms

 

Latest Updates & Industry Context

Construction sector is one of NZ’s largest and fastest-growing industries, with strong demand for skilled construction and compliance professionals. Growth is driven by housing needs (e.g., 22,000 new homes in Auckland projected) and infrastructural projects across the country.

 

Visa Requirements (International Students)

If you plan to study this programme on campus in New Zealand, you must apply for a New Zealand Student Visa. Typical requirements include:

• A confirmed offer of place
• Evidence of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs
• Health/medical insurance
• Valid passport and supporting documents
• Proof of English proficiency