Overview

Built for success

A career in real estate is a career of variety, possibilities and opportunity. It’s an industry driven by people and relationships, where every day professionals have the chance to shape the world around them and make a genuine difference, both for individuals and for society at large.

Our fully online and accredited MSc Real Estate programme will help you develop the industry-recognised competencies expected of professionals in the real estate sector. From valuation and ethics to law and property management, this programme will give you the foundational knowledge and practical skills you need to launch or further your exciting career in areas like development, agency, investment and sustainability.

About this degree

Programme details

No matter what area of real estate you’re keen to work in, this flexible online programme is structured to deliver the wide range of skills you’ll need to launch or develop career. Your studies will align with the educational requirements of the industry’s professional bodies, giving you a broad set of knowledge and skills that spans the residential, commercial or industrial areas of the real estate sector.

This conversion MSc Real Estate programme enables graduates from disciplines unrelated to construction and real estate to obtain an accredited degree.

 

Course accreditations

 

 

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Structure

Modules you will study

You will study 8 modules across 2 years.

Autumn

Structure details

The module structure above is indicative for those beginning their studies in the autumn. For further information about programme content, or to see how modules are structured for those starting in spring, you can view the full programme specification which sets out aims, intended learning outcomes and assessment methods.

For further information on modules view our module descriptors. Please note that modules are subject to change.

Programme leader >

Programme leader

David Hourihan

MSc Prop Invest FSCSI FRICS FHEA

David Hourihan qualified as a chartered surveyor in 1994 while working in Ireland. There he specialised in the sales, lettings and acquisitions of commercial property in Dublin.

Meet David >

Introduction Webinar

Join lecturer David Hourihan in his programme introduction webinar. Here you can learn more about UCEM, online study and the course, and ask any questions you may have,

Lecturer Appointment

Ideal for those who have already attended the introduction webinar, this is a great opportunity to ask your specific questions to the lecturer one-to-one.

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Flexible study

Balance your study, work and home commitments, all while working towards your career goals

e-Library access

Full access to a comprehensive and valuable e-library with a wealth of resources to support your studies

Interactive

Study using a diverse range of interactive, modern and dynamic learning resources

Expert-led

Learning activities that have been designed by University of the Built Environment lecturers and subject matter experts

Stay connected

Learn alongside a diverse community of students from all over the world

Time commitment and study breakdown

Studying two modules per semester requires an expected time commitment of 15-20 hours per week. If you study only one module per semester, the weekly time commitment will be less, depending on the module’s credit size. Most modules are typically 20 credits.

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Directed study time (%)

35

Self-directed study time (%)

35

Assessment study time (%)

Careers

Where can it take you?

Real estate is a diverse, thriving and global sector full of opportunity. A graduate from this programme can pursue a wide range of career pathways and specialisms, including:

  • Estate and Property Management
  • Appraisal, Agency and Building Management
  • Finance, Investment and Development
  • Planning and Development
  • Valuation surveying
  • Consulting
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