Real Estate and Property Management

Leeds Beckett University

Prepare for an exciting career in property investment, development and management, or a number of associated areas on our accredited property management degree.

As the UK's cities and towns continue to expand, there is an increased demand for experts in property and real estate management.

This Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited course reflects the real-world workings of the property and construction industries, preparing you for a career in property investment and development, property management or real estate management.

As part of your course, you'll:

Develop a combination of technical knowledge and professional skills

Study the planning, building, maintenance and day-to-day management of properties from domestic dwellings to full-scale industrial and commercial units

Cover key topics including estate and property management; portfolio management; valuation for mortgages; negotiation for sale, purchase, leasing or auction; and the financial aspects of real estate, including the financing of real estate projects

Explore the impact of urban and regional planning policies on property management

Gain the skills to work with planners to enhance commercial development proposals within a given timescale and budget

Working closely with other built environment students, you'll take part in projects that mirror the professional relationships you'll experience in industry. This will develop your sense of identity as a property manager and provide you with an understanding of the role played by bankers, accountants, developers, surveyors and investors in the real estate industry. You'll gain valuable insight which will underpin your property management degree.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

You'll graduate with a highly respected property management qualification and in-depth industry knowledge, preparing you for high-ranking positions in property management and real estate. By working closely with industry representatives throughout the course, you will build connections that will help you progress and thrive when you leave our university, whether you choose to follow a career in commercial property surveying, land buying, real estate acquisitions, property investment or asset management. Your transferable skills in communication and planning and your general business and commercial knowledge will leave you well placed to enter a variety of sectors.