The Level 6 Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying strand) is designed for students who want to build a career in cost control, construction finance, estimating, and contract management.

It trains you to manage the financial side of construction projects—from planning budgets to controlling costs during building execution.

Key Benefits

• Open to international students only (NZMA delivery)
• Strong focus on construction cost planning and financial control
• Learn to estimate costs for small to large building projects
• Develop contract and procurement knowledge
• Work with construction drawings and measurements
• Gain skills in feasibility studies and budgeting
• Pathway to Quantity Surveyor and construction finance careers

Programme Structure / Subjects Covered

Core Construction Knowledge

• Construction materials and methods
• Building design fundamentals
• Structural principles

Quantity Surveying Core Skills

• Cost estimating and cost planning
• Measurement of building works
• Preparation of bills of quantities
• Financial control of construction projects

Contract & Procurement

• Construction contracts
• Tendering and procurement processes
• Project cost administration

Project Cost Management

• Budget development and forecasting
• Variation management during construction
• Feasibility studies and cost analysis

Industry Skills

• Construction drawings interpretation
• Communication in construction teams
• Health & safety compliance

Disciplines / Specialisations

After graduation, students can move into:

• Quantity Surveyor (Assistant / Junior level)
• Cost Estimator
• Construction Cost Analyst
• Contract Administrator
• Procurement Assistant (Construction sector)
• Project Cost Controller

Highlights

• 66-week professional diploma in construction finance
• Strong focus on cost estimation & budgeting skills
• Learn real project cost planning techniques
• Industry-aligned quantity surveying training
• Pathway to Quantity Surveyor career
• International students only intake
• High demand skill in NZ construction industry

Career Outcomes

Graduates may work as:

• Junior Quantity Surveyor
• Cost Estimator
• Construction Cost Assistant
• Contract Administrator
• Project Cost Assistant

Work Sectors

• Construction companies
• Quantity surveying consultancies
• Infrastructure development firms
• Residential & commercial building contractors
• Government infrastructure projects

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

• Programme available only for international students
• Strong emphasis on Green List construction pathway relevance
• On-campus study required in Auckland
• Includes real-world construction cost simulation projects
• Designed for job-ready entry into quantity surveying field

Visa Requirements (International Students)

To study in New Zealand, students must apply for a Student Visa.

Required Documents

• Offer of Place from NZMA
• Valid passport
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Evidence of funds for living expenses
• Medical & travel insurance
• IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5 recommended for Level 6)
• Health & character requirements

Programme Summary (Quick View)

• NZQF Level 6 Construction Diploma (Quantity Surveying)
• 66 weeks duration
• On-campus Auckland study
• Focus on construction cost control & estimating
• Strong pathway to Quantity Surveyor careers
• International students only
• High-demand construction finance skill set in NZ