Construction and building degrees

Using real-life scenarios our construction and building degree courses examine issues associated with sustainable development.

With courses designed in collaboration with industry you graduate with the transferable and technical skills you need to deliver sustainable projects from design to completion.

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Our degrees in construction and building

Undergraduate degrees

Our courses help you develop the skills and confidence you need to prepare you for your career, from Building Information Modelling (BIM) which is widely used in industry to a paid placement year offering you an opportunity to establish industry contacts.

Postgraduate degree

Learning with our team who are active researchers and experts in their field you could exploring current and future environmental issues, practices and policies to exploring the needs and characteristics of all-stages of a construction project life-cycle. And you will undertake a substantial project that reflects your interests or career.

Construction Project Management MSc

Professional accreditation

Accreditation is an industry-recognised standard and provides the assurance that our teaching is of high quality and has been approved by an independent body of academics and industrialists. Our construction and build degree courses are accredited by professional bodies including:

You can expect

Preparing for your career

Collaborate with students from related courses on projects that reflect the way that industry works. Develop team working, communication and practical skills, and gain confidence and independence helping to prepare you for your career.

Industry-informed learning

Industry-based case studies provide practical experience of real-world projects. You will gain valuable insight from visiting lecturers who share their knowledge, skills and experience. You’ll gain industry experience and build your confidence on field trips, site visits and team-building activities.

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Specialist facilities

Gain a professional advantage by learning Building Information Modelling. BIM is widely used in the construction industry to manage and deliver building construction projects. Put theory into practice using our specialist labs and facilities including the hydraulics lab, modelling studio, dynamics lab, digital construction lab, land surveying equipment and 3D laser.

What can I do with a construction and building degree or masters

Ten jobs you could with you degree or masters in construction and building

Architectural technologist
Building surveyor
Commercial/residential surveyor
Construction manager
Estates manager
Historic buildings inspector/conservation officer
Planning and development surveyor
Quantity surveyor
Town planner
Urban designer.

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School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering

Architectural technology, building surveying, quantity surveying and construction management are taught in the School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering.

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