Msc/PgDip/PgCert Real Estate and Property Management

Program Overview

This RICS-accredited program provides comprehensive knowledge in real estate valuation, management, and development. Led by experienced professionals, it prepares graduates for successful careers in the corporate property industry, offering pathways for full-time, part-time, and distance learning. The program emphasizes practical application through real-world problems and industry-aligned assessments.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

In a nutshell:

• Provides knowledge for career success in the real estate sector.
• Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
• Ideal for graduates and professionals from various backgrounds.
• Led by experienced academics and practitioners.
• Utilizes advanced software tools and techniques.

Objectives:

• Explore valuation and management of urban land and buildings in public and private sectors.
• Develop analytical skills through advanced investment and appraisal techniques.
• Gain a solid understanding of legal, economic, planning, technical, and facilities management factors in property management decision-making.
• Appreciate environmental considerations of real estate development and management.

Description:

• Comprises eight taught modules plus one research-based dissertation project.
• Full-time students complete four modules each in the first and second trimesters, plus a 60-credit dissertation in the final trimester.
• Part-time students complete two modules each in the first four trimesters, plus a 60-credit dissertation over two additional trimesters.
• Distance learning students choose to study at the same pace as full-time or part-time pathways.
• Distance learning students utilize Collaborate Ultra virtual learning environment and real-time/on-demand interactive sessions.
• Course assessment is driven by real-world problems aligned to workplace or role.
• Develops strong understanding of real estate and property, building technology, valuation, legal frameworks, and asset management.
• Strengthens research and analytical skills through dissertation on a topic of choice.

Outline:

Modules:

• Valuation 1 (15 credits):
• Fundamentals of real estate valuation.
• Valuation calculations and methodology.
• RICS Guidance and mandatory applications.
• Valuation 2 (15 credits):
• Continuation of Valuation 1 topics.
• Building Law Principles (15 credits):
• Principles of contract law.
• Introduction to building contracts.
• Negligence and the duty of care.
• Occupiers’ liability and building defects.
• Land-related torts.
• Introduction to commercial leases.
• Property and Asset Management (15 credits):
• Business lease covenants.
• Repairing obligations, service charges, user, alterations, improvements, assignment, sub-letting, rent and rent review.
• Enforcement and remedies for breach of covenant.
• Lease renewal within Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (Part II).
• Planning and Development Control (15 credits):
• Central and local planning policy.
• Development plans.
• Operations and development control.
• Applications for planning permission.
• Permitted development and material considerations.
• Role of building control.
• Appeals and enforcement.
• Property Development (15 credits):
• Evaluation of land for development potential.
• Residual method of valuation.
• Sensitivity analysis.
• Development viability.
• Discounted cash flows.
• Calculating the internal rate of return.
• Building Efficiency and Pathology (15 credits):
• Space utilization.
• Facilities management.
• Recognizing defects in buildings.
• Correction methods.
• Statutory Valuation (15 credits):
• Application of legislation to valuation scenarios.
• Compulsory purchase and compensation.
• National and local taxation (including business rating, Council Tax, Stamp Duty Land Tax).
• Telecommunications.
• Easements/wayleaves.
• Valuation for financial reporting.
• Relationship between statutory provision, conventional valuation, and practical implementation.
• Dissertation (60 credits):
• Develop a research proposal.
• Conduct research and analysis.
• Present a sustained, sophisticated, and logical argument in dissertation form.

Assessment:

• 100% coursework-based assessment.
• Assessment methods include written coursework and continuous informal assessment.
• Dissertation module is assessed through extensive tutor support.

Teaching:

• Campus-based and distance learning options available.
• Campus-based teaching methods:
• Lectures and tutorials.
• Project work.
• Directed study.
• One-to-one tutorials (by appointment).
• Distance learning instruction:
• Online learning environment.
• Weekly online tutorials.
• Online learning materials for self-directed study.
• Real-world problems and workplace/job role-driven learning.

Careers:

• Prepares graduates for rewarding careers in the corporate property industry.
• Alumni have progressed to work in corporate, financial, government, and private sectors.
• Typical career paths include:
• Estate agent.
• Property developer.
• Building surveyor.
• Town planner.
• Facilities manager.

Other:

• Course attracts students from a broad range of subject areas.
• No prior knowledge of property, real estate, or construction required.
• Program meets the demand for careers in the changing real estate sector.
• Course content keeps pace with current industry trends and practices.
• Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

| Type of study | Year | Fees | |---|---|---| | Full-time home | 2024/25 | £9,450.00 per year | | Full-time international | 2024/25 | £16,380.00 per year | | Part-time | 2024/25 | £1,575 per 30 credits | | Distance learning | 2024/25 | £1,575 per 30 credits | | Full-time home | 2025/26 | £9,800.00 per year | | Full-time international | 2025/26 | £17,000.00 per year |