Building Surveying

UCAS code: K230

Here's what Coventry University says about its Building Surveying course.

Build technical, analytical and management skills relevant to surveying, renovation and sustainable construction with this industry-informed course. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to give expert advice on construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of buildings, and aims to teach you how to always ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

The United Nations predicts a global population of 9.7 billion by 2050. Consequently, construction professionals are increasingly being called upon to create and maintain the social and commercial infrastructure needed to accommodate such large-scale growth.

Combine technical expertise, sustainability and innovation while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard technology. Work on real-world projects and develop skills relevant to construction, property development and heritage conservation.

• We will encourage you to develop the innovation and creativity required to tackle the complex problems now facing the industry around space, sustainability, cost and resilience, thanks to the growing instability of the world’s climate.

• Building surveyors are involved in all aspects of property and construction, from overseeing huge commercial developments to planning domestic extensions, from maintaining heritage buildings to resolving planning disputes between landlords and tenants.

• Building surveying is a multidisciplinary subject, encompassing the fields of building pathology, construction technology, surveying techniques, design and specification, conservation and restoration, measurement of land and property, legal and regulatory compliance, contract administration, costing of construction works.

Key Course Benefits

• You will also have access to our unique Simulation centre, where we can provide real life scenarios for you to engage with making you even more prepared for entering the work place.?

• Hands-on experience with advanced technology: gain practical skills using industry-standard equipment such as VR, 3D scanners, thermal imaging cameras and drones, ensuring readiness for modern surveying challenges.

• Sustainability and smart cities: learn how to apply energy-efficient, low-carbon solutions, protect cultural heritage and use modern construction techniques to help shape a more sustainable future for our cities.

• Multidisciplinary learning environment: a common first year allows you to collaborate with students from related disciplines, broadening your knowledge and fostering a holistic understanding of the construction and property sectors.

• Global perspective and opportunities: get the chance to participate in international field trips and study abroad programmes, enriching your educational experience and global outlook.

This course has a common first year.

The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn.

If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Common first year courses

Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons)

Year One Modules Construction Technology, Materials and Building Sciences Project Management Economics Surveying, Design and Digital Applications Professional Built Environment in Practice

Year Two Modules Building Adaptation and Reuse Law for Built Environment Professionals Advanced Construction and Technology Systems Building Pathology and Defect Diagnosis

Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Final Year Year three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from year one and two.

Year 3 Modules Architectural History and Heritage Conservation Corporate and Commercial Asset Management Applied Building Surveying Undergraduate Research Project

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Please visit the course page on the Coventry University website for full module information. *Please see the course page on the Coventry University website for details.

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

Formal examinations Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments Laboratories Posters

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.