Real Estate Development MSc

Program Overview

Real Estate Development MSc

Overview

The Real Estate Development MSc is a practical Master's course that prepares students to adapt and excel in the complex and ever-changing real estate market. The course is informed by the University's extensive commercial and professional partnerships within the property sector and is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Course Structure

The course consists of seven core modules and one option module, totaling 180 credits. The modules are designed to provide a detailed understanding of the property development and appraisal process, encompassing valuation, financial, physical, legal, and social aspects.

Core Modules

• Asset Management (20 credits)
• Project (40 credits)
• Law for Property Professionals (20 credits)
• Property Development (20 credits)
• Property Finance (20 credits)
• Property Valuation (20 credits)
• Sustainability and Real Estate (20 credits)

Option Modules

• Applied Valuation (20 credits)
• Landlord and Tenant (20 credits)
• Planning in Practice (20 credits)
• Property Investment Portfolio Analysis (20 credits)

Professional Accreditation

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

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of a lower second-class honors degree (2:2) and GCSE Grade C Maths.
• Relevant degree disciplines include geography, economics, finance, a traditional science, a property-related discipline, or law.
• If the first language is not English, an overall IELTS 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, is required.

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fee: £14,900 (Price per academic year)
• International tuition fee: £18,000 (Price per academic year)

Teaching and Assessment

The course is taught through a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars, case study analysis, project work, and workshops. Assessments include coursework, presentations, and exams.

Location

The course is located at the University of Westminster's Marylebone Campus.

Westminster Business School

The course is part of Westminster Business School, which has excellent industry links and a strong commitment to social enterprise. The school is accredited by professional bodies, including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).