Real Estate
UCAS Code: N230
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
At least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or English Literature at grade C or 4 Mathematics at grade C or 4
Advanced entry - for direct entry to year two you must have a minimum of all merits on all H2 level units in a construction related HND/HNC, not including key or common skills. Compensation for a pass in one H2 unit with a distinction in another H2 unit is permitted.
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example: BBC at A Level. DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies.
About this course
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- Work with industry-active academics, leading firms and successful alumni on a RICS-accredited course.
- Study in a booming city with extensive real estate development.
- Explore regional, national and international real estate on field trips, live projects and placements.
- Have the opportunity to work abroad — with the possibility of Erasmus funding being available for European placements.
- Prepare for a range of careers — this course is a starting point for the whole real estate sector.
On this long-standing course, you'll learn how real estate and regeneration can improve lives. You'll join a wide network of students, graduates and academics who are shaping the world around them. On graduating, you’ll have the qualifications, credentials, contacts and experience you need for an exciting career in the property sector.
**How you learn**
On this course, you’ll look at how the life-cycle of real estate is core to the wider economy, the environment and society. Property performance influences not only financial returns, but also wellness, mental health, accessibility and inclusivity.
You’ll be part of Sheffield Hallam’s ambitious developments at the heart of the city — and watch the progress unfold.
Throughout the course, you’ll work with industry figures on a range of exciting real-world projects, and you’ll usually undertake a placement year in a real estate firm or an allied organisation.
You’ll cement your practical experience with applied learning in the classroom and across the city — obtaining the theory you need to practice.
You learn through
- lectures, including guest speakers from professional practice
- seminars and workshops
- live projects, simulations including professional consultancy
- field trips
- placements
You will be taught by a well-established teaching team with comprehensive professional practice and applied research experience coupled with active participation within RICS and other professional bodies.
There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus programme (subject to the UK’s continued participation in the Erasmus programme following the Brexit transition period).
**Applied learning**
**Work placements**
In your third year you have the chance to put your professional skills to work with a placement at one of the major national or regional offices of surveying firms, including developers and asset managers. Your placement year usually contributes 200 days towards the professional experience requirement for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' Assessment of Professional Competence.
We work with real estate firms across the UK to help all our students obtain paid placements — so you can work in a firm that suits you and where learning informs your final year studies and future career options. Salaries typically range from £14,000-£23,000 per year. We do not support unpaid sandwich placements.
There are also many other opportunities for work experience throughout the course.
**Live projects**
Throughout your studies, there are a range of industry guests who will work with you on consultancy, simulations and other projects — posing real problems for you to solve.
You’ll also get to observe and participate in Sheffield Hallam’s £200 million estate development — which will transform the gateway to the city from the train station. The development will cement Hallam’s position at the heart of Sheffield’s economy and cityscape, and will enhance our existing provision of modern spaces designed for collaborative, flexible teaching and learning.
**Field trips**
This course makes the most out of real-world experience. There are regular regional, national and international field trips that allow you to apply your learning in diverse real estate environments. Previous trips have taken place in Dublin, Belfast, Berlin and Madrid as well as Manchester, Liverpool and London.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You can take an optional placement in year three.
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Development Project 20
Housing And Sustainability 20
Introduction To Real Estate Practice 20
Law And Economics For The Built Environment 20
Principles Of Valuation And Investment 20
Understanding Building Technology 20 Exam
Year 2
Compulsory modules
Building Pathology 20
Commercial Valuation Practice 20
Planning And Development 20
Real Estate Economics And Investment 20
Real Estate Management 20
Real Estate Practitioner Development 20
Year 3
Optional modules
Placement Year -
Final year
Compulsory modules
Asset And Portfolio Management 20
Development Practice 20
Dissertation 40
Real Estate Professional Studies 20
Strategic Facilities Management 20
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Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
The Uni
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
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