BSc (Hons) Commercial Management (Quantity Surveying) (Construction Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship)

Program Overview

This course is designed for those pursuing a career in quantity surveying and commercial management in the construction industry. It includes the study of management and business practice in a construction context as well as law and economics. The course has a broad construction curriculum and develops expertise in relation to the procurement and financial management of construction.

Program Outline

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in scientific or technical fields, as well as other areas such as biology, law, finance, and teaching. Faculty members are active researchers in various fields, including astrophysics, astronomy, planetary science, particle physics, and computational science. The department emphasizes dynamic and interactive teaching methods, encouraging students to actively participate in learning and explore new concepts.

Careers:

A physics degree from Pacific opens doors to a wide range of career possibilities in scientific and technical fields, including:

• Aerospace, aviation, and defense
• Astronomy and astrophysics
• Atomic and molecular physics
• Biomedical engineering
• Cosmology
• Geophysics
• Ocean science
• Robotics

Other:

• The department offers three concentrations for the Bachelor of Science degree: Computational Physics, Astrophysics, and Mathematical Physics.
• Students have opportunities to participate in research projects outside the classroom, working alongside faculty on cutting-edge research in areas such as supermassive black hole formation, exoplanet characterization, galaxy discovery, and particle physics modeling.
• The department has modern facilities and equipment, including a 2.3-meter radio telescope, computer labs, and a scientific computing lab.
• The department hosts events such as field trips to observatories, guest lectures by renowned scientists, and student presentations at conferences.
• The department offers scholarships to students in their second year and beyond, with awards ranging from $4,000 to $8,000.
• The department also offers a minor in Data Science, a fast-growing career field.
• Pacific is one of only 21 schools in the United States with an accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering-Physics.
• The PacNoyce Scholars Program provides scholarships and support for STEM majors who become teachers in high-needs school districts.
• The Bachelor of Arts degree in Physics includes a teaching credential track, preparing students for careers as secondary physical science teachers.