Summary

• School of Property, Construction and Planning

• Duration
• Full Time: 3 years
  

• Fees
• Full Time: €3,290 per year
  International Students: €9,250 International GDL

Overview

The BSc Property and Construction will provide tools to help you to analyse problems, select solutions and put them into practice. You will have a structured and gradual introduction to the subject areas required for this role. You will be encouraged to develop problem-solving skills and capabilities, together with personal skills of observation, analysis, judgement and communication. You will also learn to respond to practical challenges presented by rapidly evolving technological, social and economic demands as they apply to the built environment.

Key Facts

The course has strong links to the construction industry and provides a qualification that is accepted by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) as a route to its technical qualification. The BSc Property and Construction course will provide tools to help you to analyse problems, select solutions and put them into practice. Through our strong links with industry there are opportunities for work placements and permanent career roles.

Course Outline

Course Structure

The course is structured over three levels, each consisting of eight modules. It will provide a coherent and progressive programme that integrates the academic and vocational elements of Building Surveying. During the course you will learn, develop and enhance the transferable skills required to succeed in professional practice. You will develop an ability to apply principles and theory in professional practice, including skills in business and finance, thereby becoming a graduate who is well equipped to pursue a career in Building Surveying. Ultimately, you will develop an appreciation of the needs and problems of the owners and users of buildings and the ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically. Normally it is expected that you will proceed to undertake the RICS technical assessment interview and qualify as a technical surveyor (TechRICS).

Modules

Year 1 (Level 4) Development Studies and Professional Skills-15 Credits Built and Natural Environments-15 Credits Building Science-15 Credits Legal and Regulatory Studies-15 Credits Residential Technology and Services -15 Credits 2D CAD-15 Credits

Year 2 (Level 5) Development Studies 2-15 Credits Residential Pathology and Reporting-15 Credits Commercial Technology and Services-15 Credits Professional Skills 2-15 Credits Conversion and Building Appraisal-15 Credits Housing and Asset Management-15 Credits

Year 3 (Level 6) Professional Practice Project-15 Credits Comprehensive Study Project-15 Credits Conservation and Regeneration-15 Credits Construction Technology for Complex Buildings and Civil Engineering-15 Credits Project Management-15 Credits Building Surveying Studies-15 Credits

Assessments

The range of assessment methods adopted includes continuous coursework assessment, presentations and reports as well as examinations.

Placements

The delivery of the course is complemented by a range of visits to construction sites where you will be able to appreciate theory in context.

After your studies

Further Studies

You will be encouraged to progress to postgraduate study within the school, which provides a range of relevant Master's courses. In particular, you may decide to enter the MSc in Construction Property Management, MSc Construction or MSc Property Development.

Details can be found on the courses section of the website.

Employment Opportunities

Nearly all our graduates go straight into employment, where they are well paid and work in challenging jobs. Our graduates have found employment in private practice, commercial organisations, local and central government.