Construction area courses

University of Salford

Building Surveying in University of Salford

  • Duration : 1 Years
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 13,320 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 0
  • PTE : 0


About Building Surveying in University of Salford

Building surveyors specialise in existing buildings. Working either in professional practices, or for a range of property-owning organisations, they advise on a broad range of professional, technical, legal, and managerial aspects related to building stock. This industry-aligned course is recommended for graduates and experienced industry professionals seeking a conversion route to a career as a building surveyor. On completion, you'll be prepared for a graduate surveyor role.

During your studies, you'll explore the core technical skills that underpin the building surveyor’s particular expertise in the fabric of existing buildings, including their construction and deterioration. You'll explore how BIM technology is revolutionising practice. With a focus on contemporary trends, you'll look at how buildings can be re-purposed for refurbishment, conservation, or adaptation.

There are few better places in the UK to study building surveying. In 2019, Salford is once again ranked amongst the world top 100 centres for architecture and built environment study (QS 2019). Led by academics with industry experience, we're at the heart of the UK's largest property and construction market outside of London, with a host of local case studies and live projects to study.

You will:

  • Study the core technological skills that underpin the building surveyor’s particular expertise in the fabric of existing buildings, including how buildings are constructed, and how they can deteriorate and fail
  • Learn how buildings can be brought back into use at the end of their lives through refurbishment, conservation, and adaptation
  • Understand the legal, professional and statutory context of the building surveyor’s role, including requirements relating to planning permission, construction contracts, and professional conduct

Academic qualification equivalents

  • A bachelor degree with related subject

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS :6.5 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

University of Salford Highlights

Type of Institution Private, Co-ed
Campus Setting Suburban
Endowment 4.9 Crores GBP as of 2015
Campus Details 26 University Buildings, Parking, and Accommodations
Number/Percentage of International Students 3000+
Total number of Professors 1000+ professors
Student Satisfaction Rate 84%
Graduate Job Rate 97 % approx.
International fee £12,350 - £15,480 per annum
Type of Academic Programs UG, PG, Ph.D.
Average Graduate Salary £29000 approx

University of Salford Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Expenses Estimated cost in pounds
UG fees £10200 to £13300
PG fees £12000 to £19000
Accommodation £6,000 approx.
Cost of living £7,624 and £9,545

English Proficiency Test:

The acceptable English test scores are given below:

Degree Score
Undergraduate - IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
International Foundation Programme 4.5 (minimum 4.0 in each component)
Postgraduate Programme 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
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Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 13,320

Total

£ 13,320