Building Surveying

University of Brighton
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Architecture and planningBuilding and construction

A-Level Entry

BBB - BCC

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

Building surveyors are involved in the development, management, conservation, refurbishment, and maintenance of all types of real estate. Their technical and business expertise, and insights into legal aspects of construction, provide valuable contributions to the overall success of a building project.

Our Building Surveying degree develops skills in science, technology, and management you need for a career in this industry, and raises your awareness of sustainable development.

You will have access to our specialist facilities, including professional software like Building Information Modelling (BIM). Field trips and site visits, and live-brief projects with students from related courses gives you experience that reflects the working environment.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

  • Close links with industry, from our Industrial Advisory Board to guest lecturers, provide networking opportunities and bring learning to life.

  • Option of a paid placement year to gain valuable work experience and build your confidence.

  • Specialist facilities including hydraulics lab, modelling studio, dynamics lab, heavy structures lab, surveying equipment and professional software including BIM and CAD.

  • Opportunities to get involved in active research projects.

  • Accredited by RICS and CABE.Shared first year with our building and construction courses covers key aspects of learning across the industry.

  • Tailor option modules to your interests as you progress through your course.

  • Flexibility to study full- or part-time.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB - BCC
    UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Brighton

    Avg. Salary: £30,000

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Brighton

    Avg. Salary: £30,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3114 Building and civil engineering technicians
    1122 Production managers and directors in construction
    3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors
    1251 Property, housing and estate managers
    2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
    2453 Quantity surveyors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Architecture and planning, Building and construction
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £30,000