As an apprentice, youâll work at a company and get hands-on experience. Youâll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.\nThe Level 6 Graduate Apprenticeship Construction and Built Environment (Quantity Surveying) combines academic study with on-the-job training, leading to a bachelor's degree in quantity surveying. \nIt typically lasts 5 years and offers practical experience in cost management, budgeting, and project finance. \nApprentices may also gain professional accreditation through RICS. \nAn apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.\n The Level 6 Graduate Apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying trains apprentices through a blend of practical workplace experience and structured academic study within the construction and built environment sector.\n\nWorkplace Experience:\n\nApprentices spend a significant portion of their time working on live construction and infrastructure projects, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as cost planning, procurement, contract administration, risk management, and project financial control\n\nApprentices will typically rotate across commercial teams, project management units, and site-based roles to develop a comprehensive understanding of cost consultancy and financial management within construction projects\n\nExposure to various project stages including feasibility, tendering, construction, and final account settlement, enables apprentices to understand the full project lifecycle\n\nFormal Education:\n\nApprentices attend university on a part-time basis while working towards a Quantity Surveying or Construction Management degree aligned to industry requirements\n\nThe academic programme covers core subjects such as:\n\nConstruction technology\nCommercial management\nContract law and procurement\nMeasurement and estimating\nProject planning and control\nSustainable construction practices\n\nThe apprenticeship includes coursework, examinations, and work-based learning assessments to ensure theoretical knowledge is effectively integrated with practical application\n\nMentoring and Support:\n\nApprentices receive structured guidance from experienced quantity surveyors or commercial managers who act as professional mentors\n\nOngoing performance reviews and progress meetings ensure apprentices are meeting competency standards and professional development objectives\n\nSupport is provided to help apprentices understand commercial decision-making processes and contractual responsibilities within construction environments\n\nSkills Development:\n\nApprentices develop technical competencies in cost estimation, budgeting, financial reporting, and contract administration\n\nTraining focuses on applying commercial and legal principles to real-world construction scenarios\n\nKey transferable skills such as communication, negotiation, analytical thinking, teamwork, and leadership are also enhanced throughout the programme\n\nProfessional Development:\n\nApprentices gain experience using industry-standard software for cost management, measurement, and project planning\n\nAdditional development may include training in Building Information Modelling (BIM), value engineering techniques, and sustainability in the built environment\n\nUpon completion, apprentices will have achieved a bachelorâs degree-level qualification alongside the professional experience required to pursue roles as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry and progress towards professional accreditation with bodies such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Entry Requirements\n\nTo apply for this Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship, you must:\nBe aged 18 or over\nHave the right to live and work in Scotland\nHave been ordinarily resident in the UK for the past three years in order to qualify for funding\n\nYou must also hold a pass in National 5 Maths (or an equivalent qualification), along with one of the following:\nSQA Highers at AABB or BBBBC, including Maths\nA-Levels at ABC or BBB\nScottish Baccalaureate Pass\nInternational Baccalaureate with a minimum of 29 points\nFoundation Apprenticeship in Construction or Civil Engineering in conjunction with SQA Highers at AAB, including Maths\nA combination of qualifications totalling 96 SCQF credits at Level 6, or a minimum of 126 UCAS tariff points\n\nApplicants are encouraged to inform the employer of any other relevant qualifications or experience within the construction or built environment sector, as the apprenticeship may be adjusted to reflect prior knowledge and competencies in areas such as commercial management, cost planning, or project delivery.