Master of Science in Building Surveying including Professional Placement
Kingston University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Penrhyn Road Campus

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SEP-26

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2 Years

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Develop professional skills and examine the multidisciplinary requirements specific to a career in building surveying.On our Building Surveying MSc programme, your learning will reflect the developing sustainability agenda with which construction professionals must engage. You will learn via engaging and practice-focused teaching, supported by site visits and invited guest lectures from our industry liaisons and strong alumni network.At our Penrhyn Road campus, you will have access to a modern ...Read more

Develop professional skills and examine the multidisciplinary requirements specific to a career in building surveying.On our Building Surveying MSc programme, your learning will reflect the developing sustainability agenda with which construction professionals must engage. You will learn via engaging and practice-focused teaching, supported by site visits and invited guest lectures from our industry liaisons and strong alumni network.At our Penrhyn Road campus, you will have access to a modern environment with the latest technology and industry-standard equipment, including:Extensive materials and structures for concrete, masonry, steel and timberGeotechnical and hydraulics testing facilitiesSurveying equipment, such as satellite global-positioning systemsDedicated computer-aided design facilities include:A range of CAD/CAM packages, such as Ideas, SolidWorks and AutoCadFinite element analysis‚ computational fluid dynamicsVirtual instrumentation

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88/279
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89th
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Rizwan
14 Dec 25

It's a nice place to study as the library has a lot of floors and space. The classrooms and lessons are good. Could have easier access to joining sports and clubs, and someone..Read more

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Mia
09 Feb 24

The best aspects of kingston is the quality of the actual uni itself - the facilities and learning tools available to me are high standard. I also think the help available to aid..Read more

Entry requirements

The typical offer for this course is a 2:2 or above honours degree in any discipline. Experience working in the industry would also be useful.

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£11,900 per year

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£18,300 per year

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£18,300 per year

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It's a nice place to study as the library has a lot of floors and space. The classrooms and lessons are good. Could have easier access to joining sports and clubs, and someone...
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09 Feb 24
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The best aspects of kingston is the quality of the actual uni itself - the facilities and learning tools available to me are high standard. I also think the help available to aid...
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Kingston University
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Kingston University
Penrhyn Road Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames Surrey KT1 2EE United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Richmond  2.6 miles away Nearest train station: Surbiton  0.4 miles away
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