The Building Surveying BSc (Hons) at the University of Portsmouth equips you to address critical challenges in the built environment, from sustainable development to property renovation. This degree is designed for aspiring professionals who want to understand the lifecycle of buildings and influence their design, construction, and maintenance. You will explore key areas like CAD and BIM, construction design, property economics, and the legal frameworks governing the sector. This course provides a robust foundation for a career where you can shape physical spaces and contribute to a more sustainable future.
You will study this full-time, on-campus degree over three years, engaging with practical modules such as Procurement and Pre-Contract Practice, Applied BIM, and Building Pathology. Your learning will be enhanced through multidisciplinary projects, simulating real-world scenarios and fostering collaborative skills. In your final year, you will undertake an Individual Major Project, allowing you to delve deeply into a specific area of building surveying. Graduates are prepared for diverse roles, including chartered building surveyor, project manager, and facilities manager, equipped with the technical expertise and professional acumen demanded by the industry.