Building Surveying (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 onwards will be from Coventry University campus.<br/><br/>This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding for a career in building surveying. <br/><br/>The foundation year will introduce you to the world of business with a sharp focus on aspects of management, business communications and marketing in a global context. The foundation year creates opportunities for students to develop key business skills and to put theory, both traditional and contemporary, into practice with real-world scenarios. Students who successfully complete their foundation year will then progress onto the Building Surveying BSc (Hons) degree within Coventry University’s School of Energy, Construction and Environment. <br/><br/>Building surveying is a multidisciplinary subject, encompassing the fields of building pathology, construction technology, surveying techniques, design and specification, conservation and restoration, measurement of land and property, legal and regulatory compliance, contract administration, costing of construction works.<br/><br/>The degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to give expert advice on construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of buildings, and aims to teach you how to always ensure compliance with statutory regulations. On the degree we will encourage you to develop the innovation and creativity required to tackle the complex problems now facing the industry around space, sustainability, cost and resilience, thanks to the growing instability of the world’s climate.<br/><br/>**Key benefits of the degree**<br/>* Access to advanced technology such as VR, 3D Scanners, Thermal Imaging Cameras, and Drones, will enable you to prepare for the challenges of the professional world and ease the transition into the workplace<br/><br/><br/>* Excellent links with local and national employers and many of whom provide direct input into course development as members of our Building Advisory Boards<br/><br/><br/>* Access to our unique Simulation centre, where we can provide real life scenarios for you to engage with<br/><br/><br/>* Opportunity to gain additional professional qualifications – e.g. a Building Research Establishment Energy Assessment Method (BREEAM) to become an Accredited Graduate (BREEAM AG)<br/><br/><br/>See our website for further details.<br/> 

Studying at Coventry's city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You'll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry's Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You'll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Register Interest today to find out more about the campus and where you'll study!