Building Surveying MSc
Kingston University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Reasons to choose Kingston – This course is ideal if you are looking to further your building surveying qualification and gain entry into the construction industry. – Your learning will reflect the developing sustainability agenda with which construction professionals must engage. – You will have the opportunity to participate in a trip to a major national/international destination.
About this course** This course focuses on the skills of the building surveyor operating within the construction industry. It centres on the requirements of the UK-based building surveying professional (as identified by RICS). It also offers European and global perspectives appropriate to the requirements of international consultancies. You will develop professional skills and examine the multidisciplinary requirements specific to building surveying, such as building information modelling. You will gain knowledge of building materials, construction technology and pathology, legal and regulatory issues, such as party wall issues, the design of simple structures, and the preparation of schemes for the rehabilitation of buildings
Example modules – Building Appraisal Maintenance and Renewal – Law and Practice for the Built Environment – Sustainable Construction: Technology and Practice
Career opportunities Many of our students qualify as chartered surveyors. They work in organisations such as the Royal Palaces, housing associations and building surveying consultancy firms.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Building Surveying MSc
EU | £16600 | year 1 |
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England UK | £10900 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £10900 | year 1 |
Scotland | £10900 | year 1 |
Wales | £10900 | year 1 |
International | £16600 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Kingston University
Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.
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Student composition of Kingston University
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Total number of students enrolled at Kingston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12155
- postgraduates:
- 4525
- Total:
- 16680
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Building Surveying”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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