Our modular CPD offer gives you the freedom to study individual postgraduate modules as short courses. Choose the topics that matter most to your career, fit them around your work, and either take them as stand-alone CPD or build towards a full postgraduate qualification. Learn from experienced academics and industry practitioners, apply ideas straight away at work, and collect recognised credentials as you go.
These modules are designed for:
- Professionals seeking targeted upskilling without committing to a full degree
- Managers and specialists working in construction, property, or civil engineering
- Employers looking to develop staff with flexible, credit-bearing CPD
You’ll get:
- Flexible study with evening, block or online options
- Taught content you can apply immediately on the job
- A digital badge and CPD certificate on completion
- The option to take the assessment and earn academic credit.
Entry requirements
- At least three years’ professional experience
- Support from your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
- If you wish to receive academic credit: a 2:2 honours degree in a related subject.
Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis - please get in touch.
Property Management and Development Modules
Building Pathology
Construction and Planning
Conversion and Retrofitting of Buildings
Development Practice
Heritage and Conservation
Law for Surveyors
Planning Practice
Project and Contract Management
Property and Construction Economics
Real Estate Funding and Finance
Real Estate Investment
Real Estate Management and Agency
Real Estate Valuation and Appraisal
Statutory Control of Buildings
Civil Engineering Modules
Advanced Construction Materials
Advanced Hydraulics and Hydrology
Advanced Strength of Materials
Advanced Structural Analysis
Advanced Structural Engineering
Analysis & Design of Specialised Infrastructure
Condition Assessment and Health Monitoring of Civil Infrastructures
Contemporary Themes in Structural Engineering
Current Practices in Civil Engineering
Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics
Finite Element Analysis
Geophysical and Geotechnical Investigation and Design
Managing Organisations and Projects in Civil Engineering
Sustainable Transport Planning and Engineering
Construction Management and Quantity Surveying Modules
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. If you take a course for credit and pass the assessment, the credits can then count towards a relevant postgraduate award, subject to programme rules. Ask us about this when you apply.
No. You can attend for CPD only and still receive a digital badge and CPD certificate.
Employer support is recommended so you can apply learning at work, but self-funded applicants are always welcome.
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