Building Surveying
Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Access - at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or English Literature at grade C or 4; Mathematics at grade C or 4
Advanced entry - for direct entry to year two you would normally have a minimum of an of an overall / average Merit across all units in a construction related HND/HNC, not including key or common skills. Compensation for a pass in one unit with a distinction in another unit is permitted.
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels, or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example: BBC at A Level. DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies.
About this course
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**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**
**Course summary**
- Experience all forms of the profession, from surveying techniques and building technology to appraisal and conservation
- Learn how to design, manage and advise on new and refurbished building projects
- Tackle current industry challenges, such as sustainable design and redevelopment
- Get out of the classroom and explore diverse projects, with field trips in the UK and Europe
- Work on real-life briefs with industry experts and practising surveyors at prestigious organisations
Discover everything you need to know about the building surveying profession – including building pathology, construction technology, building conservation, project management and design.
**How you learn**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
As one of the longest-running Building Surveying courses in the UK, our tutors are highly regarded throughout the industry. Not only are they experts in their field, but they also have strong connections within the profession, giving you a headstart in your career. At every level of the course, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with professionals and diverse buildings, places and communities – both locally and globally.
As the course progresses, you’ll explore the latest trends in the sector. You'll also learn how to apply your skills to real-world challenges, such as the need to balance economic, social and environmental goals in the name of ‘sustainable development’.
You learn through:
- Lectures and seminars
- Technical workshops
- Industry visits
- Field trips
- Independent study
- Practice-based learning
- Group work
- Work placements
**Applied learning**
Your course has been designed to embrace real-world challenges and provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to be successful.
**Work placements**
You’ll have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement before your final year. This gives you valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV.
We put a big focus on applied learning, and you’ll get lots of real-world experience on this course, which in turn will heighten your employability when you graduate.
**Live projects**
This course boasts some great hands-on, practical experience. In each year of study, you’ll work on real projects, responding to briefs set by employers, and interacting with building surveying professionals. This could include investigating and profiling an employer, or working with students from other courses to creatively address environmental issues.
You’ll also have the chance to work with our estate partners on campus development projects. Not only could you help us meet our environmental targets, but you can also have a direct impact on how our University will look.
**Field trips**
In the first year of the course, you’ll take a field trip to a UK town or city (at no additional cost). Previous destinations have included Durham, Newcastle, Edale and Matlock Bath.
In your second year, there will be an optional overseas field trip to a European city (for which additional cost contributions may be required). Previous destinations have included Lisbon and Berlin.
**Networking opportunities**
Property is all about people. We’ll help you build a network of professional contacts by hosting networking events with employers. You’ll also be introduced to high-profile industry leaders through guest lecturers and masterclasses.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
**Important notice:** The structure for this course is currently being reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment are all likely to change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Once the changes have been confirmed, updated module information will be published on this page.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.
**Year 1**
**Compulsory modules**
Fundamentals Of Buildings & Materials
Introduction To The Built Environment
Practical Surveying Skills
Sustainability, Law And Economics
**Year 2**
**Compulsory modules**
Construction Technology and Safety
Contract Administration
Property Administration And Remediation
Resilient Built Environments
**Year 3**
**Compulsory modules**
Placement
**Final year**
**Compulsory modules**
Building Surveying Professional Practice
Heritage Conservation & Climate Action Retrofit Project
Research Methods
Research Project
Assessment methods
Coursework, Exams, Practical
Tuition fees
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Extra funding
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
The Uni
Sheffield Hallam University
College of Social Sciences and Arts
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Want to take a degree that is definitely in demand? Try building! We're short of graduates in this area, so most graduates get jobs quickly. Building graduates make excellent surveyors, and that's currently one of the jobs that employers find hardest to fill, so there are great opportunities available of you want to try your hand at a surveying career. Building graduates also go into jobs in site and project management and other high skilled parts of the construction industry. There are jobs to be had in most parts of the country, so if you're technically-inclined and want to work somewhere specific, it might be worth considering this as an option. Building graduates are more likely than most to start their career with an employer who gave them work experience, so it’s particularly worth trying to secure links with industry if you take this degree.
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