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Principles of Economics and Management (BLDG402)
This module presents the fundamental economic and financial techniques used to critically analyse the cost of a project and its financial feasibility. The module also introduces the students to the communication and team management theories and techniques necessary to successfully complete construction projects.
Built Environment Project 1 (BLDG405)
This module encourages students to implement the knowledge in construction technologies as well as the team working, time management and graphical representation skills developed in the course. It involves designing a domestic building according to a realistic brief set by a client in a collaborative and multidisciplinary exercise, where each student assumes different roles, including building surveyor, construction manager, building services engineer, and architectural engineer.
Fundamentals of Construction (BLDG406)
This module introduces students to the construction industry and the relationship between construction and the local, regional and global environment and presents the characteristics and requirements of the different professional disciplines involved in construction industry. It also provides students with fundamental knowledge, underlying concepts and principles in the areas of domestic building technology and the construction process, including domestic building services.
Building Physics (BLDG407)
This module introduces students to building science and physics, necessary to appreciate how buildings perform. Laboratory-based sessions allow students to experience the measurement and assessment of building performance by practical experimentation with thermal comfort, daylighting, noise levels, and electricity consumption.
Digital Built Environment (BLDG409)
This module provides students with the information, communication, graphical representation and digital modelling skills needed for the design, construction and management of building projects by means of a combination of lectures and practical on 2D, 3D and modelling tools.
Construction Materials and Site Surveying (CIVL102)
This module provides a theoretical and practical understanding of key construction materials and site surveying practices. The origins, properties, quality, specification, sustainability and environmental impact of a range of construction materials are investigated. This is combined with an appreciation for the need to accurately locate features on site.
Stage 1 Placement Preparation (FAPY100)
If you’re undertaking a company placement in your third year, this module helps you find a suitable placement, and prepares you for the placement itself.
Contract Procedures (BLDG506)
Construction projects normally involve a large number of individual companies due to the fragmented supply chain in the sector. This module allows students to appreciate the complexity associated with procurement and project contract administration. It provide students with a deeper understanding of cost estimating, project feasibility studies and dispute resolution in the construction industry. Students will also gain practical experience of using computer programs used for cost estimating.
Property Development and Refurbishment (BLDG510)
This module will introduce you to the reuse and adaptation of existing buildings, as well as provide a detailed understanding of the technical, environmental and regulatory aspects associated with building refurbishment and the retrofitting process. The module will also provide you with an understanding of planning and development procedures for existing building projects.
Building Services Engineering (BLDG511)
This module provides students with further knowledge, underlying concepts and principles in the areas of building science and building services technologies for large and non-domestic buildings.
Quantity Surveying Principles (BLDG514)
This module allows students to appreciate the complexity associated with estimation and control of costs during the pre and post contract stages of a construction project. It will allow students to understand how the cost information develops in line with the development of design and contract information. Students will also gain practical experience of using computer programs used for cost estimating and appreciate how this may be used as part of BIM.
Stage 2 Placement Preparation (FAPY200)
Building on the Level 1 module (FAPY100), this module continues to support you with the search for your placement and preparation for the placement itself.
Construction Technology (BLDG512)
This module will expand the knowledge in building technology and processes gained in Year 1. Focusing on the design and construction of framed buildings, the module provides the student with a full understanding of current and innovative building technologies, materials and systems.
Common Challenge: Built Environment (BLDG515)
This module encourages students to implement the knowledge in construction technologies as well as the team working, time management and graphical representation skills developed in the course. It involves designing a framed and complex building, or a specific building element contained in it, according to a realistic brief set by a client in a collaborative and multidisciplinary exercise, where each student assumes different construction roles.
Industry Placement (FAPY602)
A 48-week period of professional training spent as the third year of a sandwich programme undertaking an approved placement with a suitable company. This provides an opportunity for the student to gain relevant industrial experience to consolidate the first two stages of study and to prepare for the final stage and employment after graduation.
Sustainable and Safe Construction (BLDG603)
With the aim of achieving a more sustainable and safe construction industry in mind, this module provides students with in-depth understanding and critical awareness in sustainability and safety related issues related to the built environment. The module focuses on developing the skills to critically appraise and reduce the impact of buildings and construction on environmental, economic, social and health and safety aspects whilst meeting the needs of a sustainable built environment.
Building and Property Law (BLDG604)
This module focuses on the complex legal environment faced by construction professionals. It provides the students with an understanding of key legal principles in negligence, nuisance, trespass and other torts as well as key concepts in property and construction law. It also examines obligations and liabilities in a construction and property context.
Built Environment Project 3 (BLDG609)
This is primarily a student led project module encouraging the integration of knowledge and skills developed on the programme. The module involves applied research and undertaking a realistic professional commission in a collaborative and multidisciplinary exercise, where each student is required to complete those tasks relevant to the specific discipline.
Dissertation Project (BLDG612)
The dissertation project provides students with a vehicle to undertake in depth research in a subject of their choice. Students undertaking this module will have developed a research proposal that is based on a solid general knowledge of the discipline of construction in Semester 1. This module builds on this introduction to research methods and carries out the actual research.
Quantity Surveying Professional Practice (BLDG614)
This module allows students to appreciate the complexity associated with estimation and control of costs during the pre and post contract stages of a construction project. It will allow students to understand how value and risk can be demonstrated and how sustainability can be incorporated into construction projects. Students will also gain practical experience of using computer programs used for cost estimating and appreciate how this may be used as part of BIM.
Research Methods in the Built Environment (BLDG611)
This module provides students with a solid basis to undertake in depth research in a subject of their choice. It requires students to develop a research proposal that is based on a solid general knowledge of their discipline in construction. For students progressing to BLDG612, this module provides students with an understanding of the research methods necessary to undertake a dissertation in a built environment related topic.
Every undergraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the course aims, the course structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest course structure and may be subject to change:
The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.
UCAS tariff
96 - 112
Student | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 |
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Home | £9,250 | £9,250 |
International | £16,300 | £17,100 |
Part time (Home) | £770 | £770 |
Multidisciplinary learning environment
Challenge and develop your team working skills by working with and learning alongside students across our vibrant community, which includes construction project managers, architectural engineers and building surveyors.
Learn from leaders in their fields
Our staff come from both industry and research backgrounds. Industry professionals also play an active role in the course, participating in guest lectures, workshops and tutorials. Our built environment courses have been running for over 25 years.
Industry-led group projects
Involving the refurbishment of existing, historic and listed buildings, as well as new-build, which will help you understand the surveyor’s role and client’s requirements while developing project management skills.
With close industry links, we're able to offer a course that is relevant and up-to-date with great career prospects.
Optional industry work placement
To enhance your degree experience and boost your future employability, you can choose to undertake a one-year paid industry work placement.
Your future career
Our graduates are in great demand, developing careers in a wide range of organisations right across the built environment.
A fast-moving, high-tech global profession
Want to know more about surveying? Take a look at the RICS 'What is surveying?' guide.
Flexible study options
Opportunities for construction professionals to study while continuing to work. Study flexibly one or two days per week by spreading one year’s study over two years and only paying for the credits taken.
Already have an FdSc, HND or HNC?
Every year, new students join us directly in the second year after completing their foundation degree or HNC/HND at one of our partner colleges or elsewhere. Previous qualifications or industry experience may also be taken into consideration.
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