BSc Hons Real Estate

At Northumbria, the Real Estate degree is designed to immerse you in the practical aspects of the profession from day one. You'll engage in site visits, utilize cutting-edge technologies, and work on live projects that mirror industry challenges. This approach ensures you're not just learning theory but are well-prepared for the real estate sector.

Modules like Urban Planning and Development and Commercial Real Estate Appraisal introduce you to modern real estate practices, including valuation techniques, urban regeneration, and development economics. You'll also participate in practical workshops, seminars, and directed learning sessions that reinforce these skills.

This blend of classroom instruction and hands-on experience ensures that by the time you graduate, you have a comprehensive understanding of real estate and are ready to make an immediate impact in the field.

Key Experiential Learning Highlights

• Site Visits: Regular excursions to various properties, enabling you to conduct surveys and assessments in real-world settings.

• Advanced Surveying Technologies: Training in tools like BIM, drones, laser scanning, and thermal imagery to enhance your surveying capabilities.

• Practical Workshops: Sessions that focus on defect diagnosis, property refurbishment, and building performance evaluations.

• Professional Development: Modules that prepare you for RICS membership and include mock interviews and CV workshops.

• Collaborative Projects: Group assignments that simulate real-life surveying scenarios, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.

• Field Study Trips: Residential visits to major UK cities to compare surveying practices and broaden your industry perspective.

For a comprehensive list of facilities and resources available to Real Estate students, please refer to the official university facilities page.

Graduates of this program often pursue roles such as:

• Chartered Surveyor

• Property Valuer

• Asset Manager

• Development Consultant

What makes this degree valuable:

What the Degree Offers & Why It’s Valuable

• University Services & Support
  • Access to Careers and Employment Services throughout your studies, providing assistance with placements, CV workshops, and career guidance.
  • Opportunities for a work placement during your degree, which can enhance employability and provide practical experience. northumbria.ac.uk

• Accreditation & Long-Term Professional Value
  • The program is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a globally recognized professional body. northumbria.ac.uk
  • Graduates are well-positioned to pursue RICS membership, enhancing career prospects and professional recognition.

• Industry Partnerships & Projects
  • Collaborations with industry partners ensure the curriculum is aligned with current industry standards and practices.
  • Opportunities for real-world learning through projects and placements with property firms and consultancies.

• Salary & Employability Stats
  • Graduates can expect competitive starting salaries, with potential for growth as they gain experience in the field.
  • High employability rates, with many graduates securing roles within six months of graduation.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing the BSc (Hons) Real Estate, you can consider advancing your studies through:

• Master’s Degree: Pursue an MSc in Real Estate or related fields to deepen your expertise and enhance career prospects.

• Postgraduate Research: Engage in research opportunities to contribute to the development of the real estate sector.

• Professional Development: Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses to stay updated with industry trends and maintain professional standards.