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With BSc Construction Management and Surveying you will develop a thorough knowledge of technical and managerial issues within the construction sector and open up a wide range of alternative career paths.
This course is designed to prepare you for a successful career in a management position within the construction sector. You will benefit from the Department’s strong links with industry and with the surveying professions. Additionally, the degree is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and by the Chartered Institute of Building. (Accreditation is reviewed periodically. Successful completion of courses accredited by CIOB and RICS satisfies the academic requirements for membership of CIOB and RICS.)
The University of Reading is ranked 3rd in the UK for research impact in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning. (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked By Subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014.)
As with all of our surveying and construction courses, the programme structure provides an opportunity to explore a range of construction-related disciplines prior to specialising in the final year. You will be able to transfer onto other programmes such as BSc Quantity Surveying at the end of your second year if you wish to do so. This programme will equip you with a broad knowledge of construction and surveying, and will prepare you for a wide range of roles. A particular emphasis is placed on transferable skills and University of Reading graduates are renowned for rapid progression to senior management positions in a variety of firms within the construction sector.
You will study in an internationally-renowned department with strong industry links and an outstanding employability rating. Many members of staff within the School are active in research and consultancy. This ensures that the course reflects not only the very best of current practice, but also the latest developments in areas such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and sustainability.
Your first two years are designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the disciplines which underpin construction management and the surveying professions. This will include subjects such as economics, law, and building technology. Recurring themes throughout the course include the application of digital technologies, sustainability and internationalisation. There is an especially strong focus on project work and on interdisciplinary collaboration. For example, during your second year, you may work with a real client to plan a live construction project overseas. Furthermore, we place a strong focus on employability and you will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals throughout the course.
You will also be encouraged to take up a placement over the summer between your second and final years, for which you will gain credits that contribute towards your degree. Additionally, there is the option to spend a year in industry, in the UK or abroad. (Placements and study abroad opportunities are subject to availability and eligibility guidelines.)
The final year of the BSc Construction Management and Surveying course introduces you to the latest thinking in management technology and provides the opportunity to specialise. You will also complete a dissertation on a research topic of your choice and a built environment project, in which you will prepare an environmental impact assessment for a building project. Additionally you can explore areas of interest through optional modules on subjects such as green innovation, historic built environments, construction contract law, and modern languages.
Placements
Between your second and final year you can carry out a paid industrial training placement, lasting a year or a shorter period. This experience not only provides you with an insight into industry, but is also a valuable opportunity to get to know a range of industry professionals.
Placements can be located anywhere in the UK, and sometimes take place abroad in in locations such as the USA, the Far East or the Caribbean. Firms offering places to our students in the past include AECOM, Kier Group, MACE, Morgan Sindall, Taylor Woodrow, and Vinci.
You will be given advice and support in finding the ideal placement, writing a CV and interview skills, by our dedicated placements officer. (Placements and study abroad opportunities are subject to availability and eligibility guidelines.)
For more information, please visit the School of Construction Management and Engineering's website.
Overview
This course is designed to prepare you for a successful career in a management position within the construction sector. You will benefit from the Department’s strong links with industry and with the surveying professions. Additionally, the degree is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and by the Chartered Institute of Building. (Accreditation is reviewed periodically. Successful completion of courses accredited by CIOB and RICS satisfies the academic requirements for membership of CIOB and RICS.)
The University of Reading is ranked 3rd in the UK for research impact in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning. (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked By Subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014.)
As with all of our surveying and construction courses, the programme structure provides an opportunity to explore a range of construction-related disciplines prior to specialising in the final year. You will be able to transfer onto other programmes such as BSc Quantity Surveying at the end of your second year if you wish to do so. This programme will equip you with a broad knowledge of construction and surveying, and will prepare you for a wide range of roles. A particular emphasis is placed on transferable skills and University of Reading graduates are renowned for rapid progression to senior management positions in a variety of firms within the construction sector.
You will study in an internationally-renowned department with strong industry links and an outstanding employability rating. Many members of staff within the School are active in research and consultancy. This ensures that the course reflects not only the very best of current practice, but also the latest developments in areas such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and sustainability.
Your first two years are designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the disciplines which underpin construction management and the surveying professions. This will include subjects such as economics, law, and building technology. Recurring themes throughout the course include the application of digital technologies, sustainability and internationalisation. There is an especially strong focus on project work and on interdisciplinary collaboration. For example, during your second year, you may work with a real client to plan a live construction project overseas. Furthermore, we place a strong focus on employability and you will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals throughout the course.
You will also be encouraged to take up a placement over the summer between your second and final years, for which you will gain credits that contribute towards your degree. Additionally, there is the option to spend a year in industry, in the UK or abroad. (Placements and study abroad opportunities are subject to availability and eligibility guidelines.)
The final year of the BSc Construction Management and Surveying course introduces you to the latest thinking in management technology and provides the opportunity to specialise. You will also complete a dissertation on a research topic of your choice and a built environment project, in which you will prepare an environmental impact assessment for a building project. Additionally you can explore areas of interest through optional modules on subjects such as green innovation, historic built environments, construction contract law, and modern languages.
Placements
Between your second and final year you can carry out a paid industrial training placement, lasting a year or a shorter period. This experience not only provides you with an insight into industry, but is also a valuable opportunity to get to know a range of industry professionals.
Placements can be located anywhere in the UK, and sometimes take place abroad in in locations such as the USA, the Far East or the Caribbean. Firms offering places to our students in the past include AECOM, Kier Group, MACE, Morgan Sindall, Taylor Woodrow, and Vinci.
You will be given advice and support in finding the ideal placement, writing a CV and interview skills, by our dedicated placements officer. (Placements and study abroad opportunities are subject to availability and eligibility guidelines.)
For more information, please visit the School of Construction Management and Engineering's website.
Entry requirements A Level BBB | IB 30 points overall
Select Reading as your firm choice on UCAS and we will guarantee you a place if you achieve one grade lower than the published offer.
Typical offer
BBB
International Baccalaureate
30 points overall
BTEC National Diploma
DDM
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5
For information on other English language qualifications, please visit our international student pages.
Alternative entry requirements for International and EU students
For country specific entry requirements look at entry requirements by country.
International Foundation Programme
If you are an international or EU student and do not meet the requirements for direct entry to your chosen degree you can join the University of Reading’s International Foundation Programme. Successful completion of this 1 year programme guarantees you a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. English language requirements start as low as IELTS 4.5 depending on progression degree and start date.
Pre-sessional English language programme
If you need to improve your English language score you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.
Structure
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
---|---|---|
EC103 | Economics for Construction & Engineering | DR Maria Asensio |
CE1CSE | Construction Site Engineering | DR Graeme Larsen |
CE1CPR | Projects | DR Eugene Mohareb |
CE1CMP | Principles of Management | DR Colm Lundrigan |
CE1CES | Empirical Studies | DR Timothy Lees |
CE1CIC2 | Information and Communication | DR Ruth Dowsett |
CE1CCS | Construction Science | DR Mehdi Shahrestani |
CE1CCT | Construction Technology | DR Tabarak Ballal |
LW1A05 | General Introduction to Law | MR Peter Coe |
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
---|---|---|
CE2CPT | Construction Procurement | DR Tabarak Ballal |
CE2CPR | Projects | DR Tabarak Ballal |
CE2CRS | Research Skills | DR Ian Ewart |
CE2CMB | Management in the Built Environment | DR Shabnam Kabiri |
CE2CCL2 | Construction Contract Law | DR Ronan Champion |
CE2CBT1 | Building Technology | DR Philippa Boyd |
CE2CCE | Construction Economics | DR Martin Green |
CE2BES1 | Building Environment Systems | DR Zhiwen Luo |
CE2CBP | Building Pathology | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE2CSL | Construction Statutory Law | DR Ronan Champion |
CE2QCT | Introduction to Quantification and Computerised Taking Off | DR Lawrence Mbugua |
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
---|---|---|
CE3CPE | Project BEM | DR Lawrence Mbugua |
CE3CCD | Dissertation | DR Michael Peters |
Optional modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
---|---|---|
CE3HBE | Historic Built Environment | MR Henry Russell |
CE3GIC | Green Innovation in Construction | DR Shu-Ling Lu |
CE3CS1 | Sustainability | DR Katherine Hyde |
CE3CSP | Commercial Surveying Practices and Advanced Building Pathology | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE3CQC | Quantification & Costing | DR Lawrence Mbugua |
CE3CCM | Construction Contract Management | DR Ronan Champion |
CE3CCX | Career Development | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE3CBM | Business Organisation and Management | DR Colm Lundrigan |
CE3CDT | Digital Technology Use in Construction | DR Dragana Nikolic |
CE3CIC | International Construction | PROF Roger Flanagan |
CE3CHS | Health and Safety Management and Culture in Construction | DR Dylan Tutt |
CE3CIE | Inclusive Environments | MR Adrian Tagg |
CE3CME | Management of Construction Projects | DR Graeme Larsen |
Fees
New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250* per year
New international students: £20,830 per year
*UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes
UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.
EU student fees
With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.
Additional costs
Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
* UK and EU Fee Changes
Subject to the Government passing legislation to raise the minimum fee cap, we will raise undergraduate tuition fees from £9,000 to £9,250 for new UK/EU students applying to start courses in the 2017/18 academic year. You will not be affected by this rise if you have deferred entry to the 2017/18 academic year. The Government will confirm future arrangements for EU students in due course.
The tuition fee will remain £9,000 per year for the full duration of this course if you start in the 2016/17 academic year or have accepted an offer but deferred your entry until the 2017/18 academic year. This is unlike other institutions who are planning to raise fees midway through courses.
For further information, please see our webpage on the Teaching Excellence Framework and future tuition fees.
Additional costs
These course fees cover the cost of your tuition. Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK and other EU countries may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
Careers
After graduation you will be well-placed to move into careers within consultancy and contracting. You could embark on a career within areas such as construction management, surveying, and project management. Alternatively, you can choose to move on to postgraduate study.
96% of the School of the Built Environment’s undergraduate students in work or study 15 months after the end of their course [1].
[1] Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017/18; First Degree responders from Construction Management and Engineering.