Construction and Planning
- Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
- Course Fee:
£995
- Start Date(s): New dates will be announced soon
- Duration: Tuesday mornings, term-time only (typically 9 am - 12 noon), 26 September 2023 - 16 January 2024
- Study Mode(s): Part-time
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
This course introduces you to the professional and technical subjects within the field of real estate, and the building technology concepts with regards to traditional domestic and low-rise multi-storey construction.
You'll also learn about the principles of investment, investment characteristics and investment valuation techniques, and the key aspects of land use and the Town and Country Planning system.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- generate new ideas, innovations or solutions to problems
- communicate information, ideas and concepts in an articulate fashion
- work constructively and cooperatively in teams
- apply ethical and professional values to situations.
A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.
Successful completion can also contribute 15 credits towards a postgraduate award.
What you’ll study
This course will include:
- traditional building techniques including foundations, wall construction, floor systems, roof systems and fenestration
- an overview of building services
- non-traditional construction techniques
- alternative forms of investment and the concept of yield
- the basic techniques of real estate valuation
- an introduction to valuation and investment mathematics, formulae and tables
- the purpose, nature and application of national and international property valuation standards
- the forces behind urban change, the planning framework and urban planning policy.
How you’re taught
Teaching and learning will take place using a flexible programme of lectures, workshops, seminars and tutorials.
Campus and facilities
Entry requirements
Level: Professional/postgraduate
Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.
If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.
Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
Level: Professional/postgraduate
Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.
If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.
Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £995.
Payment is due before the course starts.
The fee for this course is £995.
Payment is due before the course starts.
How to apply
Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.
You should then email your form to be considered by the academic team.
Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.
Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.
You should then email your form to be considered by the academic team.
Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.