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BLDG402
Principles of Economics and Management
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
BLDG405
Built Environment Project 1
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
BLDG406
Fundamentals of Construction
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
BLDG407
Building Physics
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG409
Digital Built Environment
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
CIVL102
Construction Materials and Site Surveying
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Examinations
FAPY100
Stage 1 Placement Preparation
0 credits
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.
BLDG506
Contract Procedures
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG510
Property Development and Refurbishment
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG511
Building Services Engineering
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG514
Quantity Surveying Principles
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
FAPY200
Stage 2 Placement Preparation
0 credits
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.
BLDG512
Construction Technology
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG515
Common Challenge: Built Environment
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
FAPY602
Industry Placement
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.
BLDG603
Sustainable and Safe Construction
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG604
Building and Property Law
20 credits
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.
50% Remotely delivered assessments
48% Coursework
BLDG609
Built Environment Project 3
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
BLDG612
Dissertation Project
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
BLDG614
Quantity Surveying Professional Practice
20 credits
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.
50% Coursework
50% Remotely delivered assessments
BLDG611
Research Methods in the Built Environment
20 credits
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.
100% Coursework
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:
UCAS tariff
96 - 112
Student | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 |
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Home | £9,250 | £9,250 |
International | £17,100 | £17,600 |
Part time (Home) | £770 | £770 |
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
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