SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTIONB. Building Surveying. BSc Hons. Avery Hill Campus.

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1 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTIONB Building Surveying BSc Hons Avery Hill Campus

2 Why study this programme? This programme prepares you for a varied career in the construction and property industry. There are many aspects to the work of a building surveyor. They might equally be involved in the conservation of historic buildings or the project management of new construction works. A typical working day could involve design relating to structures, internal space requirements, facilities management, building control and planning, along with the valuation of properties. Becoming a building surveyor may lead you into specialist areas such as architectural and structural design, building control and legislation, fire engineering, maintenance management and strategies, building defect analysis and remedies, or the refurbishment and adaptation of buildings. Why study with us? Based in south-east London, within easy reach of some of the world s most iconic buildings, the School of Architecture, Design & Construction, part of the Faculty of Architecture, Computing & Humanities, offers an innovative and exciting learning environment. We draw on multidisciplinary teaching and research strengths in architecture, landscape architecture, design, property, surveying, and project and construction management. We offer a range of programmes starting at HNC/HND level, through honours degree to postgraduate qualifications. We have strong links with industry professionals and some of our students benefit from sponsorship. Many others take part-time and vacation work with local firms, enhancing their experience and career prospects. In today s rapidly changing job market, it is important to have a broad perspective on the roles and contributions of fellow professionals as well as obtaining your own discipline specialisms. You will gain both of these attributes as you study your degree with us. The school is currently located on our Avery Hill Campus, which is set in pleasant parkland in south-east London. Avery Hill has convenient transport links to our other campuses and to Kent and central London. In 2014, the school will move to the brandnew Stockwell Street building (pictured, far right) in the heart of historic Greenwich, complete with studio and living roof spaces, a model workshop, and digital design and animation suites. A contemporary library facility will provide staff and students with an attractive, modern and flexible environment complete with cutting-edge technology and multimedia facilities supported by high-level network connectivity and wireless access.

3 People and the Built Environment Principles of Economics and Law Year 2 Sustainable Construction 2 Building Surveying Professional Skills 2* Construction Contract Administration Building Surveying Structures and Defects What will you study? You will develop construction-specific skills relating to: Construction technology and sustainability Health and safety Building surveying Building pathology Project and construction management Contract administration and construction law Facilities and risk management. Year 1 Sustainable Construction 1 Building Surveying Professional Skills 1* Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement) A placement of 36 weeks is required for a university sandwich award, but 48 weeks is the norm for accredited training by a professional body. School staff will endeavour to assist you in securing a placement, and the training programme will be agreed with the employer to ensure that academic knowledge is integrated with practice and that an appreciation of the professional role is developed. Students progress during placement is supervised by the employer and by a university tutor. Final Year Dissertation Management Building Surveying Professional Practice Building Surveying Legislation * Professional Skills courses consist of practical projects developed using the theoretical principles of building surveying. These projects are often based on real-life case studies.

4 Image: Archimation Key facts UCAS code: K230 A BSc/BS Attendance: 3 years full-time, 4 years sandwich, 5 years part-time Entry requirements: You should have: 260 UCAS points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications. PLUS at least three GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and mathematics, or equivalent qualifications. If you were educated in a language other than English and/or in a country where English speakers are in a minority, you should have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill) or an equivalent rating in another Secure English Language Test. How to apply: Full-time students Home and EU students must apply through UCAS. Please carefully consider the programmes available and apply as early as possible. For further information and UCAS deadlines, please visit International students should apply online at For further information, international@gre.ac.uk. Part-time students Part-time students must apply online at

5 Career opportunities Graduates from this programme have the opportunity to pursue careers in a wide range of areas of private practice, with housing associations, or in the public sector within building control or conservation. The range of expertise amassed by a building surveyor provides for many changes in career direction. You could work within a large practice to gain experience and then specialise in one or more areas, or work more generally within the property sector. Teaching and assessment All courses on the programme are delivered using a combination of lectures, tutorial workshops, seminars, projects, computerbased assignments, site visits and case studies. The nature of assessment varies between courses and may be based on written examination and assignments or on professional portfolio work. Examinations are timetabled during a two-week assessment period in May. Professional recognition This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building. Financial information For information on tuition fees and financial help, please visit

6 Your next step University Open Days are held several times a year. They include a programme of talks and offer you the opportunity to speak to staff and students. You may also be given a tour of the campus. A list of dates can be found at opendays, or contact the Enquiry Unit or International Office for further information. Why not sign up as a Greenwich VIP and create your own Greenwich web page, personalised to your choice of programme and interests? Becoming a Greenwich VIP is a fast route to ordering our publications, booking a place on an Open Day and finding out more about the university. You can also take part in chat sessions with staff and students, receive text and alerts, and enter our online competitions. Sign up at School of Architecture, Design & Construction Faculty of Architecture, Computing & Humanities University of Greenwich Avery Hill Campus Mansion Site Bexley Road London SE9 2PQ For further information To find out more about studying at the University of Greenwich, please visit UK students Enquiry Unit Telephone: Fax: courseinfo@gre.ac.uk International/EU students International Office Telephone: Fax: international@gre.ac.uk This document is available in other formats on request University of Greenwich, a charity and company limited by guarantee, registered in England (reg. no ). Registered office: Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS Every effort has been made to ensure that this document is as accurate as possible. However, the university reserves the right to discontinue any class or programme, to alter any programme or to amend without notice any other information detailed here. D E June 13