Building Surveying BSc (Hons)

**Develop as a building surveyor on this accredited course. You’ll advise on the condition, maintenance and design of buildings to realise their potential.**<br/><br/>Gain the skills required in design, law, management and technology to become a chartered surveyor on this Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited degree.<br/><br/>As part of your course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- Study the design and construction of new buildings as well as the repair, refurbishment and management of existing structures<br/><br/><br/>- Consider the historic elements of the built environment and discover how different aspects work together<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to maintain and enhance buildings that are important to our heritage<br/><br/><br/>- Gain hands-on experience during site visits to modern developments and historic projects<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your collaborative working skills<br/><br/><br/>- Study software application and modelling tools<br/><br/><br/>**ACCREDITATIONS** <br/>This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)<br/><br/>**Find out more**<br/><br/>**Industry insights**<br/>We have strong relationships with companies in the region and you’ll be taught by both building surveyors and other professionals. Visiting industry partners will deliver guest lectures and share up-to-date experience of their work in the field.<br/><br/>**Creating professional connections**<br/>You’ll be encouraged to undertake a placement year in industry to gain invaluable work experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree, typically making your course four years in total. A placement year can help with your studies, it can also build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. We advertise numerous placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.<br/><br/>**Professional qualification**<br/>As a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited course, we’ll encourage you to become a student member. You’ll also receive guidance on working towards Chartered status, with your placement counting towards the required professional experience.<br/><br/>**Why study the BSc (Hons) Building Surveying course at Leeds Beckett University...**<br/>- 100% of students on BSc (Hons) Building Surveying were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*<br/><br/><br/>- Fantastic placements and placement year opportunities<br/><br/><br/>- Local/regional site visits and real-life projects<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to network with industry professionals<br/><br/><br/>- Industry experienced expert teaching team<br/><br/><br/>National Student Survey 2024*

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