COURSE CURRICULUM

In the first year, students are introduced to fundamental concepts and practices within the construction industry. Modules such as Introduction to Construction Measurement and Estimating and Introduction to Construction Technology develop an understanding of standardised data management and basic construction methods, particularly in domestic buildings. Law in the Built Environment introduces legal principles including tort and contract law relevant to construction contexts. Building Design through the Ages offers insight into historical construction types and their implications for modern surveying, while Building Science and Services focuses on building physics and systems, emphasising low-carbon approaches. Built Environment Economics rounds off the year with a focus on how economic factors influence building design and cost management. In the second year, the emphasis shifts to applying knowledge in more complex scenarios. Building Pathology teaches students to systematically identify, analyse, and address building defects. Construction Communications and Application introduces digital tools and collaborative technologies essential to modern construction practices. Construction Technology explores the principles and processes used in commercial and high-rise building construction. Building Surveying Commercial Management provides practical experience in legal and ethical aspects of professional surveying. Contract Practice covers a range of construction contracts, focusing on managing cost, time, and quality. Interdisciplinary Practice simulates real-world collaborative project work, helping students develop team-working and role-specific professional skills. In the final year, Commercial Construction Management deepens understanding of financial drivers and economic factors affecting construction decisions. Facilities Maintenance Management focuses on the operation and efficiency of building services. Inter-Professional Consultancy involves a team-based real-life project, requiring practical problem-solving and sustainable thinking. Refurbishment and Conservation introduces techniques for adapting and conserving existing buildings, including historical structures. The course concludes with a Dissertation, allowing students to research a topic of personal interest in-depth, demonstrate independent thinking, and contribute to the field of construction and building surveying.