





Available for Clearing 2025
**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**
**Course summary**
- Experience all forms of the profession, from surveying techniques and building technology to appraisal and conservation
- Learn how to design, manage and advise on new and refurbished building projects
- Tackle current industry challenges, such as sustainable design and redevelopment
- Get out of the classroom and explore diverse projects, with field trips in the UK and Europe
- Work on real-life briefs with in...
**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**<br/><br/>**Course summary**<br/>- Experience all forms of the profession, from surveying techniques and building technology to appraisal and conservation<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to design, manage and advise on new and refurbished building projects<br/><br/><br/>- Tackle current industry challenges, such as sustainable design and redevelopment<br/><br/><br/>- Get out of the classroom and explore diverse projects, with field trips in the UK and Europe<br/><br/><br/>- Work on real-life briefs with industry experts and practising surveyors at prestigious organisations<br/><br/><br/>Discover everything you need to know about the building surveying profession – including building pathology, construction technology, building conservation, project management and design.<br/><br/>The course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Chartered Institute of Building.<br/><br/>**How you learn**<br/>As one of the longest-running Building Surveying courses in the UK, our tutors are highly regarded throughout the industry. Not only are they experts in their field, but they also have strong connections within the profession, giving you a headstart in your career. At every level of the course, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with professionals and diverse buildings, places and communities – both locally and globally.<br/><br/>As the course progresses, you’ll explore the latest trends in the sector. Youll also learn how to apply your skills to real-world challenges, such as the need to balance economic, social and environmental goals in the name of ‘sustainable development’. <br/><br/>You learn through:<br/>- Lectures and seminars<br/><br/><br/>- Technical workshops<br/><br/><br/>- Industry visits<br/><br/><br/>- Field trips<br/><br/><br/>- Independent study<br/><br/><br/>- Practice-based learning<br/><br/><br/>- Group work<br/><br/><br/>- Work placements<br/><br/><br/>**Key themes**<br/>You’ll learn the fundamental skills of how to inspect, appraise, propose, negotiate, problem solve, innovate and plan in relation to the full life-cycle of buildings and places – from their creation and use, through to their replacement. <br/><br/>Core modules cover surveying skills and techniques, building technology, building pathology, conservation and heritage, dilapidations, law, sustainability and resilience, economics, property development and climate action. <br/><br/>In your final year, you’ll research a topic of your choice, enabling you to master the investigation, data analysis and reporting skills you’ll need in professional practice. <br/><br/>This combination of practice-focused learning and contemporary industry issues will make you stand out to employers, preparing you to leave us a confident graduate, ready for your next challenge. <br/><br/>**Work placements**<br/>You’ll have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement before your final year. This gives you valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV. <br/>We put a big focus on applied learning, and you’ll get lots of real-world experience on this course, which in turn will heighten your employability when you graduate. <br/><br/>**Live projects**<br/>This course boasts some great hands-on, practical experience. In each year of study, you’ll work on real projects, responding to briefs set by employers, and interacting with building surveying professionals. This could include investigating and profiling an employer, or working with students from other courses to creatively address environmental issues. <br/>You’ll also have the chance to work with our estate partners on campus development projects. Not only could you help us meet our environmental targets, but you can also have a direct impact on how our University will look. <br/><br/>**Networking opportunities** <br/>Property is all about people. We’ll help you build a network of professional contacts by hosting networking events with employers. You’ll also be introduced to high-profile industry leaders through guest lecturers and masterclasses.
Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community?
Sheffield Hallam's commitment to equal opportunities has seen them ranked 5th best university in the world for their impact on reducing inequality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024). That means friendly staff and access to specialist academic study, wellbeing and career support services.
They have gold-standard teaching across all colleges (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and each course has real-world learning opportunities to get you career ready.
All courses offer placem...
Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community? <br/><br/>Sheffield Hallam's commitment to equal opportunities has seen them ranked 5th best university in the world for their impact on reducing inequality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024). That means friendly staff and access to specialist academic study, wellbeing and career support services.<br/><br/>They have gold-standard teaching across all colleges (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and each course has real-world learning opportunities to get you career ready.<br/><br/>All courses offer placement opportunities; computer scientists could work with brands like IBM, lawyers with DLA Piper, engineers with Rolls-Royce and business students with major companies like Disney and Adidas. <br/><br/>You'll also be studying in one of the UK’s top student cities – Bringing you exciting nightlife, delicious food and the stunning Peak District all on your doorstep!<br/><br/>Call today!
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
K230
Institution Code
S21
Points of Entry
Year 1
112
120
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example: BBC-BBB at A Level. DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma. Merit overall from a T level qualification. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies.
Access - at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course
English Language or English Literature at grade C or 4; Mathematics at grade C or 4.
Foundation degree - advanced entry - for direct entry to year two you must have a Foundation degree in a related subject, with an average score of 60% across the highest level modules. Advanced entry - for direct entry to year two you must have a minimum of all merits on all H2 level units in a construction related HND/HNC, not including key or common skills. Compensation for a pass in one H2 unit with a distinction in another H2 unit is permitted.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,155 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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