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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Building Surveying
University of Brighton
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Building Surveying course at University of Brighton.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,250 per year |
| International | £17,250 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: K230
Here's what University of Brighton says about its Building Surveying course.
Building surveyors are involved in the development, management, conservation, refurbishment, and maintenance of all types of real estate. Their technical and business expertise, and insights into legal aspects of construction, provide valuable contributions to the overall success of a building project.
Our Building Surveying degree develops skills in science, technology, and management you need for a career in this industry, and raises your awareness of sustainable development.
You will have access to our specialist facilities, including professional software like Building Information Modelling (BIM). Field trips and site visits, and live-brief projects with students from related courses gives you experience that reflects the working environment.
TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE
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Close links with industry, from our Industrial Advisory Board to guest lecturers, provide networking opportunities and bring learning to life.
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Option of a paid placement year to gain valuable work experience and build your confidence.
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Specialist facilities including hydraulics lab, modelling studio, dynamics lab, heavy structures lab, surveying equipment and professional software including BIM and CAD.
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Opportunities to get involved in active research projects.
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Accredited by RICS and CABE.Shared first year with our building and construction courses covers key aspects of learning across the industry.
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Tailor option modules to your interests as you progress through your course.
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Flexibility to study full- or part-time.
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Building Surveying at University of Brighton.
Check the
2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering
Location
Brighton | Brighton
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Building surveying
Start date
September 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Year 1 Core modules Introduction to the Built Environment Building Technology and Design 1 Building Technology and Design 2 Indoor Environment and Building Services 1 Land and Construction Surveying Construction Materials for Built Environment
Year 2 Core modules Building Surveying Professional Practice Cost and Contract Administration Construction Methods and Technology Indoor Environments and Building Services 2 Building Surveying Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Optional Placement Year
Final year Core modules Advanced Building Surveying Honours project Building Pathology and Life Care
Option modules* Construction Risk and Financial Analysis Project Planning and Analysis Sustainable Construction Environmental Impact Assessment Waste Management and the Circular Economy
*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
University of Brighton reviews
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2nd year student
They have a big presence at the uni and i regularly use their facilities, which are a more affordable option.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Brighton has a great uni life and is full of day and night time activities for students. There is a big culture of community and many venues do regular student deals. The only downside is most of these activities cost money, so they are not that accessible to students who struggle for money.
1 year ago
2nd year student
The costs of accommodation are quite high - the closest and most affordable accommodation is just within price range, but a lot of the other accommodation is very fancy and new, thus it is very expensive. Rent in student homes is also very high in the city, and I have had to use financial support to...
1 year ago
2nd year student
The tutors are always available for academic support and the student support team have been getting more involved recently to alert the students of how they can access welfare services. I have personally used the welfare services to help me afford rent.
1 year ago
2nd year student
We donu2019t have the best or fanciest facilities, again the arts uni seems a bit under funded, but we do have everything that we need on site - an art shop, a cafe, a restaurant, and a library all within accessible distance.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Our timetable and work load is fairly balanced so we are not constantly struggling to keep up. The tutors all provide a range of perspectives and very helpful feedback and are always available. The course structure doesnu2019t suit me very well - we are more focused on learning as we go instead of b...
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Brighton students who took the Building Surveying course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
80%
med
Teaching on my course
80%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
67%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
75%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
92%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
88%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
88%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
71%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
88%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
92%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
75%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
88%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
83%
high
Academic support
88%
med
Academic support
88%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
83%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
high
Organisation and management
75%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
71%
low
How well organised is your course?
79%
med
Learning resources
90%
high
Learning resources
90%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
96%
high
Student voice
67%
low
Student voice
67%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
46%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
65%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
53%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
82%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
76%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of Brighton. These students are taking Building Surveying or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Business Studies | C | |||||
| Geography | C | |||||
| Mathematics | E | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Brighton graduates who took Building Surveying - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
100%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
75%
Architecture and construction professionals
10%
Managers, directors and senior officials
10%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5%
Engineering professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Brighton graduates who took Building Surveying - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.9k
First year after graduation
£32.3k
Third year after graduation
£36.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Building Surveying.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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