UFS Department of Quantity Surveying and Construction Management

As the June examination period begins, many of our students are carrying more than academic pressure alone.

Exams can bring stress, uncertainty, fatigue, and quiet moments of self-doubt. Please remember – you do not have to navigate this season alone.

Your well-being matters just as much as your academic progress. Reach out for support when needed, take care of yourself, and lean on the people and support systems around you.

At the University of the Free State, we deeply believe in your potential not only to succeed academically, but also to help shape a more thoughtful, ethical, and compassionate society.

To every Kovsie preparing for exams: we see your effort, and we are walking this journey with you.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

Every successful construction project depends on sound economic planning.
The Introduction to Building Economics Programme introduces professionals to the financial and economic principles that guide infrastructure and building projects.
This programme is ideal for professionals working in construction, engineering, property development, or project planning.

Duration: 4 weeks
Delivery: Online
Cost: R8 900
Develop knowledge that strengthens your role in the built environment.

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
https://kpha.ufs.ac.za/Account/Login

Gerda Steyn, one of our graduates, has just claimed her seventh consecutive Two Oceans Marathon title! Coincidence… we think not! 😅

Congratulations, Gerda! What an extraordinary achievement. You are the epitome of epic! 🏆

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University of the Free State

🌍✈️ Leadership in action!

Now in her third week of international travel, our Head of Department, Prof Benita Zulch, continues to represent us across multiple countries — attending conferences, strengthening global relationships, and fostering meaningful collaborations that create valuable opportunities for our students and staff.

We are proud of the commitment to international engagement and academic excellence, and we look forward to the knowledge, partnerships, and inspiration she will bring back to our department. 🌱📚n

🎓 Welcome to Our 2026 First-Year Students! 🎓

The Department of Quantity Surveying and Construction Management at the University of the Free State proudly welcomes our 2026 first-year cohort!

Congratulations on choosing to pursue your studies in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management. You have selected a dynamic and highly respected profession that plays a critical role in shaping the built environment, driving economic development, and ensuring sustainable infrastructure delivery.

Thank you for placing your trust in our department and in the University of the Free State as your academic home. We are committed to providing you with a rigorous, industry-aligned education that will equip you with the technical expertise, ethical grounding, and professional competence required to succeed in the construction and built environment sector.

As you begin this exciting journey, embrace the opportunities ahead, engage actively in your lectures, build meaningful relationships with your peers, seek mentorship, and challenge yourself academically. The foundation you lay during these first years will shape your professional future.

We wish you every success as you embark on this new chapter. May your time with us be enriching, transformative, and filled with growth.

Welcome to the UFS family. We look forward to walking this journey with you!





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𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 – if you have received offers from the University of the Free State, please refer to your offer letters for registration information and next steps, including details on online registration.

Official registration communication for first-year students is issued directly to students who have received offers.

For general registration information, including guidance for first-year students, visit the UFS registration website: https://www.ufs.ac.za/register

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: if you are registering for the 2026 academic year, you are reminded that registration at the University of the Free State is conducted primarily through the online registration platform – as outlined in official offer letters.

Access to the campus will be strictly controlled during the registration period – only applicants with official offers for 2026 will be granted access for registration-related assistance.

No walk-in assistance available for individuals without an offer.
Please refer to your offer letters and make use of the online registration platform for guidance and next steps.

Further information is available on the UFS registration website: https://bit.ly/3Y4dEDx