The University of West London is a dynamic and innovative institution located in London, United Kingdom. With a strong focus on industry engagement and practical learning, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including business, computing, engineering, arts, and healthcare. The university prides itself on providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen fields, combining academic rigor with real-world experience. With modern facilities, dedicated faculty, and a supportive learning environment, the University of West London is committed to shaping the future success of its students.

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Cast your expert eye over this course and see what it takes to be a building surveyor. A building surveyor specialises in building quality and maintenance; working in areas such as property trading, refurbishment or alteration, and resolving disputes between adjoining owners or landlords and tenants. If you want to take advantage of building surveying opportunities in the property development and construction industries, this surveying degree is for you. On this course, you will develop the professional skills and knowledge you need to start your career. As you work towards attaining your building surveyor qualifications, we will teach you how to advise developers and landlords on construction, maintenance and restoration. Studying in London – the largest property market in the UK and a magnet for investors – gives you the chance to develop your professional network and launch a rewarding, challenging career in this exciting industry. Show less

Course detail & modules
Taking your building surveying degree at the University of West London puts you close to the heart of the fast-paced London property market. Not only does this provide you with networking opportunities, it can also help you to gain insights into contemporary issues affecting the property and construction industries.

You will learn to appreciate the complex nature of the built environment and the many professions that contribute to it and gain an understanding of diverse topics, from project management principles to law and legislation.

The course will cover contemporary issues, such as sustainable technology and principles, as well as core skills in the observation and analysis of structures.

During your studies you will examine:

project management principles regarding process
law
procurement and tendering
contracting
business and finance
building technologies and regulation.
Importantly, you will also develop transferable skills in dispute resolution, teamwork, communication, and presentation.

These skills are valuable assets for many roles within the construction industry. We use different assessment methods to suit a variety of learning styles and help you get the most from your studies.

These include both theory-based and practical assessments, including:

written assignments
design projects
individual and group presentations
case studies
time-controlled examinations.

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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