Program Overview

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Building Surveying BSc (Hons)

Be at the heart of decision-making in construction projects that could transform the built environment or contribute to a more sustainable world.

Key Information

UCAS Code:

7D71

Accreditation:

This course is Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Typical Offer:

112-120 UCAS points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent.

Study Mode and Duration

• 3 years full-time
• 4 years sandwich with work placement

Start Date

• September 2025

Course Information

Overview

As a building surveyor, you'll be at the heart of decision-making in construction projects that could transform the built environment or contribute to a more sustainable world. You'll advise on the specification of exciting new development proposals and be responsible for assessing the success of repairs and renovations.

On this BSc (Hons) Building Surveying degree course, you'll develop the technical skills and experience you need for a specialist career as a chartered building surveyor. You'll also have the expertise to consult and lead on facilities management, project management, and building conservation.

Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), graduating from this degree course is the first step to becoming a Chartered Building Surveyor.

Course Highlights

• Learn from practising building surveyors and guest speakers, including leading industry professionals and members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
• Benefit from our links to industry through our professional advisory board, a collection of professionals in relevant industries who help shape our course content.
• Simulate projects you'll do in your career, with practical surveying sessions in residential and commercial test environments.
• Work collaboratively with students from other courses to complete projects, preparing for a career working in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Put theory to the test on field trips to locations such as the Passivhaus standard housing development, school refurbishment projects, and The National Self Building and Renovation Centre.
• Get the opportunity to visit a European city and develop a research project around the city's built environment.
• Develop your knowledge of building information modelling (BIM) techniques on industry-standard software.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Entry Requirements

BSc (Hons) Building Surveying Degree Entry Requirements

Typical Offer (September 2025 Start)

• UCAS points - 112-120 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent.
• A levels - BBB-BBC
• T-levels - Merit
• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM-DMM
• International Baccalaureate - 29

English Language Requirements

• English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

Facilities and Specialist Software

Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software

Use our suite of Building Information Modelling (BIM) software, including our computer-aided design tools that use digital images to show physical and functional characteristics.

Surveying Store

Get practical experience with all the equipment you'll need to develop your skills, including automatic levels, theodolites for measuring angles between designated points, computer-aided design and drafting software as well as a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers for surveying and marking land.

Design Studio and Modelling Workshop

The studio and workshop host integrated AV projection systems, a dedicate model-making workshop, a refitted modelling room, and space for model building and large format poster design.

Port-Eco House

Our Port-Eco House is a 3-bedroom property equipped with various monitoring systems, which measure everything from the efficiency of heating and insulation to dampness and exterior weather conditions.

Careers and Opportunities

90% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation, and 95% are working in highly skilled roles in areas of architecture, surveying, construction, engineering, and management.

What Jobs Can You Do with a Building Surveying Degree?

Roles you can go onto include:

• Building surveyor
• Assistant building surveyor
• Project manager
• Facilities manager
• BIM coordinator
• Historic building conservationist
• Property developer

Ongoing Career Support – Up to 5 Years After You Graduate

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Modules

Year 1

• CAD and BIM - 20 credits
• Introduction to Law for the Built Environment - 20 credits
• Multidisciplinary Project - 40 credits
• Property Economics and Financial Accounting - 20 credits
• Construction Design and Sustainability - 20 credits

Year 2

• Procurement and Pre-Contract Practice - 20 credits
• Introduction to Project Management Principles - 20 credits
• Planning Procedures and Practice - 20 credits
• Applied BIM - 20 credits
• Building Surveying - Professional Skills and Applied Project - 20 credits

Year 3

• Individual Major Project - 40 credits
• Building Pathology - 20 credits
• Contract Administration, Claims Management, and Dispute Resolution - 20 credits
• Energy and Environmental Management - 20 credits
• Professional Practice - 20 credits

Teaching

Teaching methods on this course include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• One-on-one tutorials
• Practical group work

Teaching Staff

These are some of the expert staff who'll teach you on this course:

• Miss Amanda Thomas
• Mr Stephen Neale
• Dr Keiron Roberts

Supporting You

The amount of timetabled teaching you'll get on your degree might be less than what you're used to at school or college, but you'll also get support via video, phone, and face-to-face from teaching and support staff to enhance your learning experience and help you succeed.

Types of Support

• Personal tutor
• Learning support tutors
• Laboratory support
• Academic Skills Tutors (AST)
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Disability advice and additional support
• Library support
• Mathematics and stats support
• Support with English

Costs and Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 per year (may be subject to annual increase)
• EU students – £9,535 a year (including Transition Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
• International students – £19,200 per year (subject to annual increase)

Additional Course Costs

• Accommodation and living costs
• Recommended reading
• General costs
• Final year project
• Safety boots
• International field trip
• Placement year and study abroad tuition fees

Apply

Ready to Apply?

To start this course in 2025, apply through UCAS. You'll need:

• The UCAS course code – 7D71
• Our institution code – P80

Apply now through UCAS.

If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application form.

You can also sign up to an Open Day to:

• Tour our campus, facilities, and halls of residence
• Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
• Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies, and which clubs and societies to join

If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.

Applying from Outside the UK

As an international student, you'll apply using the same process as UK students, but you'll need to consider a few extra things.

You can get an agent to help with your application. Check your country page for details of agents in your region.

Find out what additional information you need in our international students section.

If you don't meet the English language requirements for this course yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.