This course is a postgraduate conversion programme for graduates wishing to attain membership of one of the international professional bodies for surveying or construction.
Summary
Award: Two routes through the Programme lead to either the Postgraduate Diploma in Surveying or MSc in Surveying
Duration: 27–30 months to PG Diploma or 40 months to MSc
Time commitment: 14 hours per week for study, plus an additional 5 hours per week of informal workplace experience
Application and commencement dates:
Foundation level
1 September 2009 to start 1 October 2009
1 December 2009 to start 1 February 2010
Part 1
15 March 2010 to start May 2010
Note: the Foundation module runs twice in advance of Part 1. Applicants who are exempt from the Foundation level may apply direct to Part 1.
Recognition
This course is recognised by RICS, HKIS and ABBE.
Entry requirements
You should have:
• A Bachelor’s or higher degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an RICS accredited diploma of equivalent standing to a surveying degree
(For acceptance on to the MSc route you are required to have a good first degree (2.2 or higher). A detailed syllabus must be supplied if applying for module exemptions at Part 1.)
• Relevant employment within the real estate or construction industries. Maximum benefit is gained if you work alongside a Fellow or Member of RICS or similar institution, whether in a private firm or government organisation. This is not essential, but all students are encouraged to seek support from a mentor from within the property or construction industry. If you are not currently in relevant employment you may still apply, provided you have considered how you may obtain access to people and information during your studies
• English language proficiency
• Mathematics Grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent
Course outline
Foundation
The Foundation stage gives you a grounding in the business of real estate and construction, and a full awareness of the structure of the different sectors and the roles of individuals operating within them.
The Context of Urban and Rural Business – introduction to the various contexts, people, relationships and activities involved in conducting business within the land, real estate and construction environments.
Part 1 – Fundamentals of Practice
Part 1 establishes the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work in the real estate or construction sectors and underpins the study in Part 2. There are two streams: real estate and construction. It is important that you make the right choice as this will impact on the modules that you may select in Part 2. If you need advice please contact the Course Directors.
The Technology of Building
Introduction to Law
Fundamentals of Real Estate Practice
Fundamentals of Construction Practice
Real Estate Markets and Finance
Construction Markets and Finance
Part 2 – Applications in Practice
Part 2 gives you a choice of subjects, allowing you to tailor your study to meet your own practice and learning needs by choosing one module from each of four baskets. During Part 2 you will critically examine the application of a range of subjects in practice.
(Basket A)
Planning Law
Rural Property Law
Real Estate Law
Construction Law
Compulsory Purchase and Planning Compensation.
(Basket B)
Applied Valuation and International Standards
Construction Economics and Value Management
Valuation and Management of the Rural Enterprise
Real Estate Economics
(Basket C)
Maintenance and Adaptation of Buildings
Construction Technology
Commercial Property Investment.
Commercial Property Management.
Development Appraisal
Contemporary QS Practice
Civil Engineering QS Practice
Mechanical and Electrical QS Practice
Project Management
Housing Policy and Development
Agriculture and Rural Environmental Management
Valuation of Machinery and Business Assets
(Basket D)
Construction Management
Dispute Resolution
Acquisition and Disposal of Land and Real Estate
Planning Policy and Practice
Landlord and Tenant Practice
Building Pathology and Inspection
Sustainable Rural Estate Management
Facilities Management
National and Local Taxation
Construction Procurement
Part 3
You will take this part if you are seeking to achieve the MSc. You may choose to take either a research or practice route. The research route requires you to complete a dissertation. The practice route includes further taught study and completion of a workplace project.
Part 3 – Practice of Surveying
Integrated Work-Based Project – introduction to research principles followed by completion of a piece of personal research conducted within the workplace.
Module options (choose one)
Consultancy and Practice Management
Marketing and Business Development
Sustainable Futures
Construction Project Management
Part 3 – Research
Research Methods – development of research skills and techniques required to complete the dissertation module, including critical awareness of the process, methods and presentation of results.
Dissertation – completion of an extended piece of research within a real estate- or construction-related area as a result of sustained personal investigation.
Face-to-Face teaching
Up to three teaching sessions may be held in Reading each year. Sessions may also be held in Hong Kong up to twice a year, numbers permitting. Online seminars may be offered as an alternative to face-to-face sessions. Overnight accommodation is not provided as part of the course.
Assessment
Assessment consists of assignments and examinations.
Admissions and enquiries
Email: courses@cem.ac.uk
Tel: 0800 019 9697 (freephone UK)
+44 (0) 118 921 4696 (international)
Fax: +44 (0) 118 921 4620