It depends on where they plan to work. Usually, they’ll only need a degree in a course accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Then, they may need to gain a few years of experience before receiving professional accreditation or a licence. Some areas may require a licence before they can start working as a quantity surveyor in that locality. Lastly, they’ll need to pass a special test if they want to become a member of RICS.