Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Bachelor of Science with Honours - BSH

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Optional Study Semester 

Study Abroad

Placement Year

Optional placement

Level 5 Core

Level 5

Level 6 Core

Level 6

Programme Structure

Applicants studying (or have completed) a HNC, HND or Foundation Degree in a relevant subject will be considered for direct entry into Level 5.

Applicants studying (or have completed) a HNC, HND or Foundation Degree in a relevant subject will be considered for direct entry into Level 5. Offerings: All

Overseas student applicants must have the equivalent qualifications as UK students. In addition they must have achieved an IELTS score of at least 6 with at least 5.5 in each component for non UK/EU students.

Overseas student applicants must have the equivalent qualifications as UK students. In addition they must have achieved an IELTS score of at least 6 with at least 5.5 in each component for non UK/EU students. Offerings: All

Applicants should have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes of at least grade C including Mathematics and English.

Applicants should have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes of at least grade C including Mathematics and English. Offerings: All

Applicants should have or expect to obtain a total of 112 UCAS points.

Applicants should have or expect to obtain a total of 112 UCAS points. Offerings: All

Describe and evaluate building technologies employed in the construction of domestic, industrial and commercial buildings including modern methods of construction.

Apply critical understanding and empathy of the principles and processes that deliver an inclusive environment recognising the diversity of user needs by putting people (of all ages and abilities) at the heart of the building surveying process.

Communicate effectively via different methods including written reports, portfolios, graphical posters and verbal presentations.

Analyse and evaluate the performance requirements of buildings and facilities.

Describe and critically evaluate the technical factors affecting the design and construction of buildings.

Recognise and evaluate the impact of differing design options in the construction of buildings.

Recognise, evaluate and recommend broad approaches and options for the management, repair and maintenance of buildings and facilities.

Identify and analyse the impact of legal and regulatory requirements for the effective design, construction and occupancy of buildings and facilities.

Effectively use general and specific IT tools and software in building surveying tasks and projects.

Describe and analyse the socio-economic factors influencing property development, construction and building use.

Understand and evaluate the professional and ethical frameworks associated with the development and use of buildings and facilities.

Apply critical understanding and evaluation of the impact of climate change on the management, repair and maintenance of buildings and facilities.

Apply critical understanding and evaluation of the interaction between people and buildings, including their health, productivity, sustainability, comfort, and movement.

Manage resources and apply time management skills in working independently to meet deadlines.

Work effectively as a member of a collaborative project group.

Evaluate the ethical expectations and conduct requirements of a Building Surveyor in professional practice.

Apply surveying methods, and synthesise building surveying knowledge and skills in order to systematically detect building defects.

Recognise, analyse and evaluate the pathological processes resulting in the degradation and failure of building components and materials.

Apply research design knowledge and skills to collect, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information and data as part of a major independent research project.

Course Catalogue

Building Surveying - 30176 - BSc (Hons)