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MSc Building Surveying

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This Building Surveying MSc is designed as a conversion course, making it an ideal choice for those without an undergraduate degree in property or construction-related fields. No prior work experience is required to appl…

Tuition
£13,000/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep, Jan
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 12 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This Building Surveying MSc is designed as a conversion course, making it an ideal choice for those without an undergraduate degree in property or construction-related fields. No prior work experience is required to apply. The course equips students with the essential expertise, knowledge, and skills to embark on a professional career as a Building Surveyor. Throughout the programme, students explore key areas such as construction technology, sustainability, building adaptation, and contract administration. The curriculum is informed by industry professionals and mapped to the requirements of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Students benefit from practical learning through site visits, guest lectures, and the use of industry-standard technology, including AutoCAD and Revit. Available in both full-time (one year) and part-time (two years) study modes, this course provides a comprehensive foundation for those looking to join the diverse and fulfilling surveying profession. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in large multi-disciplinary practices across the public and private sectors.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Unspecified

Applied Research Project60 Credits
Applied Research Project20 Credits
Applied Research Project40 Credits
Building Adaptation and Refurbishment20 Credits
Building Surveying Practice20 Credits
Built Environment Economics and Finance20 Credits
Construction Design and Technology20 Credits
Procurement and Contract Practice20 Credits
Sustainable Built Environments20 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

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Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
12 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 12 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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