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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Belfast
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Study mode
Sandwich / Placement
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Summary
Building surveyors are concerned with the provision of expert advice on all aspects of design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings and the conservation of the built heritage. Much of their work involves the assessment of the condition of buildings and specifying remedial work to be undertaken.
The work of the Building Surveyor is wide ranging and involves both site and office based activities.
About
The degree programme in Building Surveying provides the specialist knowledge and skills necessary to enter the Building Surveying profession at graduate level with a view to completing the Assessment of Professional Competence to gain professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Course content is aimed at providing an understanding of the roles and purposes of building surveying and its relationship with other disciplines within the industry. In addition to core areas of technology, maintenance management and building conservation, professional practice skills are further developed through integrated project work in all years of the programme.
Job roles
With this degree you could become:
- Building Control Surveyor
- Building Surveyor
- Contracts Manager
- Development Officer
- Estate Surveyor
- Graduate Surveyor
Career options
Most graduates are employed in professional surveying practices, government or commercial organisations.
This course also provides an ideal foundation for graduates who wish to undertake postgraduate study or research within the Ulster University or other academic institutions.
Work placement / study abroad
Work placement is taken in year 3 of the course. The Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP) is awarded for successfull completion of placement.
Professional recognition
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Application deadline
29 January
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : BBC
To include grade B in one from Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Technology, (including Environmental Technology, Environmental Science, Digital Technology, Technology & Design, Design & Technology), Geography, Life and Health Sciences (single or double award), Applied Science or ICT.Applicants can satisfy the requirement for one of the A level grades (or equivalent) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
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