ObjectivesIt provides the necessary academic background for a career associated with the business and management of construction and property development, with particular emphasis on design, maintenance, conservation and refurbishment of buildings.
Entry requirementsThis degree is designed for those intending to work in the building surveying field.
Course descriptionThe programme is one of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors partnership programmes offered by the School and prepares graduates for chartered membership of this body. The structure of the degree is based on an innovative mix of core courses and intensive project work. By the end of the programme, students are able to give expert advice on construction, conservation, maintenance, and repair and refurbishment of buildings.
Year 1
-Technology 1: Materials and Components
-Technology 2: Construction
-Economics 1: Microeconomics
-Management 1: Introduction to Management
-Applications 1: Building
-Law 1: Principles of English Law
-Practical Applications in the Built Environment
Year 2
-Technology 3: The Built Environment
-Economics 2: Macroeconomics
-Management 2: Techniques and Practice
-Management 3: Theory and Principles
-Applications 2: Construction
-Law 2: Company Law
-Construction Safety
Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)
Final Year
-Dissertation
-Studio (Building Surveying - Project based)
-Applications 3
-Construction Technology and Rehabilitation
-Analysis and Management of Risk in Construction Projects
One option from:
-Construction Contract Law
-Facilities Management
Career options
Building surveyors, contract managers and construction and project managers in the private or commercial sectors and central or local government
Entry requirements
Standard university entry requirements apply
240 UCAS points or equivalent; 3 GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics) or equivalent