Built Environment Blog

We spoke to BSc (Hons) Property Development and Planning student, Hettie, about her first-year experience on the course...

Head of School, Nasser Sherkat, helps you put pen to paper with his top tips and advice for writing a successful person...

We look at 6 reasons why you should study an architectural technology degree.

What’s the difference between Architecture and Architectural Technology? Architecture is a broad area, but the simple...

Not sure on what to do between now and starting university? Don’t fret, we’ve listed six ways to help you keep up to da...

From the increasing number of employment opportunities, to greater economic output, the city is thriving, and the buil...

Choosing to study a foundation degree is a great way to learn more about a subject before committing to the full-degree...

Starting university and not sure what to expect? Hear from our first-year student.

Find out why becoming a Student Ambassador is good for your CV but also your wallet.

See our list of the best property shows to watch on demand.

Built Environment Students took part in the ‘Zero Carbon Project’, a two-week live brief challenge to design a replacem...

One of the most highly anticipated sporting events across the globe, the Commonwealth Games, will be coming to Birmingh...

We’re committed to providing you with support throughout your degree. Our experienced technicians provide hands on assi...

Find out about the support we offer you during your degree.

Silvia Gullino, Associate Professor in City Making has created a six series podcast called 'Drivers of Change' to highl...

What will be the role of planners in changing the way we live in the future?

If you are interested in creating and transforming places for communities and businesses to thrive , as we...

Professor of Real Estate, David Higgins, tells us more about Placemaking and its significance for the design of modern ...

There has never been a better time to study Built Environment subjects in Birmingham due to the burgeoning job opportun...

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Whether you’re looking to change career, explore a new subject area or upskill in a new field of study, we offer a rang...

Why not spend some time connecting with us in the CEBE faculty?

Phil Villars is the Head of Planning and Environment at WSP, a global company advising clients on T ransportation and...

If you’re looking to study a degree in Real Estate you might be interested to know what you could do as a job after you...

Studying one of our degrees in the Built Environment will put you in good stead to work on an abundance of exciting l...

Are you considering a career in the Built Environment, but unsure which course to study? There’s some courses that you...

Read our blog on the industry meet and greet event for Real Estate and Planning students.

Quantity Surveying student Katie shares her experiences from her first year at university.

A Built Environment degree will enhance your industry knowledge and build key skills that are desirable to employers. Y...

There are many reasons to study the Built Environment in Birmingham, one of them is being able to access our kit. Dis...

Here at BCU, we encourage our students to take advantage of any extra-curricular activities such as international comp...

Built Environment students have been visiting construction sites across Birmingham from Centenary Square, Paradise Birm...

Third year Construction Management student, Alexandra, is working on the transformation of Paradise Birmingham in the c...

Built Environment academics, Nicki Schiessel Harvey and Dr Mohammad Mayouf , discuss how urban planning and developm...

Hear first hand from our graduate, Abbi, about her learning experience and why she chose to study MSc Construction Proj...

There are many reasons why you should study the Built Environment in Birmingham. With major redevelopment and refurbish...

How women have made history in built environment, engineering, and architecture roles.

Built Environment Blog

Meet your Head of School

My first year experience in Property Development and Planning

Top tips for writing your personal statement from our Head of School

Why should I study an Architectural Technology degree?

Should I study Architecture or "Architectural Technology"?

Six ways to prepare for your Built Environment degree

How Has Birmingham’s Built Environment Accelerated the City?

Five reasons to study a Foundation Degree

Advice from a first-year student

Become a Student Ambassador

The best property shows to watch on demand

Built Environment students work on industry Zero Carbon Project

What Do the 2022 Commonwealth Games Mean for Birmingham?

Meet the Technicians

Student support during your built environment degree

Drivers of Change Podcast

The future of town planning

What can I do with a Built Environment degree?

Shaping urban landscapes with ‘Placemaking’

Why you should study the Built Environment with us

The app to make student life easier

Conversion courses

Seven ways you can learn more about our faculty

Five reasons why property development and planning is a great career

Six careers you can do with a degree in Real Estate

The Built Environment then and now

Find the perfect Built Environment course for you

Students and industry planning for a brighter future together

My first year at BCU

Five skills you will gain from your degree

Get your hands on our kit

How to compete in an industry competition

Built Environment students’ experience live sites

Study and Build a City

Impacts of the Built Environment in Birmingham

What is it like to study a Master's in Construction?

Why you should study the Built Environment in Birmingham

Celebrating Women in Architecture on #EthelDay