Real Estate - BSc (Hons)

This module seeks to appraise the principal ways of managing the physical property from the perspective of operational asset management for a variety of property sectors. Property asset management is one of the core functions of a real estate professional. In addition the module will explains the principles of corporate (occupier) property management.

The aim of this module is to enable you to apply knowledge gained in different property subject areas to conceptualise and implement programmes for operational and asset management purposes. The module also explores space demand drivers and contemporary issues in sustainability and property accountancy which are consistent with the programme’s philosophy of providing would be Chartered Surveyors with the technical knowledge and understanding required by professional bodies such as the RICS. Furthermore, the module will enable you to develop critical investigation skills in solving problems in a professional context.

This module develops your ability to explore the application of both traditional and contemporary discounted cash flow (DCF) techniques within the framework of property investment and occupation markets.  It covers a range of topical analysis that will enable you to critically appraise and solve practical valuation issues. The level of knowledge learned from the module not only enables you to select the ‘right’ technique in today’s market place but also challenges you to question the validity of alternative techniques in the context of identifying the risk of property valuation error. Property valuation is a cornerstone skill for the Chartered Surveyor. Thus, this module complements the programme’s aim of equipping you with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to allow them to enter the profession whilst further enhancing your critical thinking, analytical ability and communication skills. 

This module provides an opportunity for you to develop and apply research skills in a property development, planning and real estate context. The module is an introduction into some of the data, techniques and approaches required to explore social, economic, environmental and technological change in a built environment context. 

This module critically discusses and applies the socio-economic, historical, environmental and governance context that shapes the design and use of buildings and structures to a real life development project. We encourage and support you to develop and apply a range of research techniques to evaluate design, costs, benefits and values of ‘good’ design; how to appraise the implications of different approaches to implementation, on-going use, management and quality of place; and produce a practice-based piece of work delivering a range of benefits to different users and communities.

The module is therefore relevant to all of the professions active in creating managing the built environment.

The module covers the basic requirements for property professionals engaged with the existing built environment to appreciate varying needs to clients in relation to property, to identify methods of construction, appraise the condition of a building, and make recommendations to achieve client’s aims. The module is designed to give you the opportunity for practical application of your learning to a relevant case study.

This module introduces you to the nature of real property and the legal framework that regulates its acquisition, disposal, use, occupation and management. Much of what is covered is designed to relate to issues that may be met in professional practice and explain the way in which the law will impact your upon day-to-day activities and decisions. Problem-based study aims to develop general competencies based on the kinds of abilities and skills required of a professional practitioner. Professional work involves the application of knowledge within a specific situation; teaching is often via workshops which therefore provide a context in which problems can be understood and appropriate solutions devised. By devising solutions to these problems, you will learn to use the knowledge which has been obtained in pursuance of these objectives.

This module is designed to provide you with the opportunity to undertake a credit bearing, 40- week Professional Placement as an integral part of your Undergraduate Degree. 

The purpose of the Professional Placement is to improve your employability skills which will, through the placement experience, allow you to evidence your professional skills, attitudes and behaviours at the point of entry to the postgraduate job market. Furthermore, by completing the Professional Placement, you will be able to develop and enhance your understanding of the professional work environment, relevant to your chosen field of study, and reflect critically on your own professional skills development within the workplace. 

The module will introduce you to the various aspects of marketing communications tools from initial analysis of the property and market through to developing an expanding range of promotional and negotiation techniques. It will explore the use of all elements of the promotion mix with particular reference to the estate agency sector and the wider property business industries. This module will cover the main areas of advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, public relations, professional ethics and direct marketing. Attention is also given to new areas of increasing relevance such as product placement, electronic print and social media.

Valuation is central to the work of the professional real estate surveyor. Valuation expertise is used in a wide range of real estate contexts including investment, asset management, property development and maintenance management.

This module is designed to further develop your valuation knowledge and skills and build on your previous learning in the Level 4 and Level 5 valuation modules. The module presents a series of true to life applications and encourages you to consider the wide range of purposes behind valuations.

This module aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge, skills and expertise to facilitate your development into a leading real estate professional.

Property fund management is a relatively new core competence for the real estate and development (chartered surveyor) professional. It forms an important sector sitting above the physical property asset management layer. Accordingly, a comprehensive grounding in the principles and practice of property investment and finance is essential for this sector.

The module introduces and develops the concept and practice of property fund management in relation to real world market activity and includes a consideration of property finance. This gives you an increasing awareness of the role of property as an investment asset class, its use as an investment and the means of financing property investments and developments. In particular, it emphasises both theoretical and analytical aspects of property decision making in the context of property portfolios formation and management.

This module will focus on extending and providing appropriate evidence of your professional skills and development. Within an applied socially responsive framework, you will examine a range of issues related to the client, the site, planning, financial/development appraisal, design technology, legal and regulatory, health and safety etc. These will be covered in conjunction with other professional courses or your own discipline as appropriate, given that all built environment professions and recent reports such as the Farrell Review place increasing stress on interdisciplinary understanding and working.

The purpose of the module is to enable you to undertake a sustained, in-depth and research-informed project exploring an area that is of personal interest to you. In agreement with your supervisor, you will decide upon your topic which will take the form of a practical outcome (artefact) with accompanying contextual material. The main consideration when choosing your topic is that it must be aligned to the programme you are studying, and you should consider the relevance of this topic to your future academic or professional development.

At this level, you will be expected to work independently but you will receive additional one-to-one support from your supervisor, who will be familiar with your chosen topic area. As you progress on the module, extra support will be available and this may take the form of group seminars, workshops and online materials that will help to develop your project.