UCAS tariff points: 120-136
UCAS tariff points with foundation year: 64
Real Estate Management BSc (Hons)
Subject and course type
- Business, Management and Marketing
- Undergraduate
Prepare for your future career with the Real Estate Management BSc (Hons) course from Kingston University, ranked No.1 in London and No.5 in the UK for Land and Property Management (The Times Good University Guide 2024). Fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), this course meets the highest professional standards and is recognised in the industry, which is crucial if you aim to become a chartered surveyor.
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Gain the knowledge you need for a successful career in the built environment
Kickstart your career in real estate.
Experience tuition at the triple-accredited Kingston Business School, which reflects the entrepreneurial nature of real estate.
This course offers the option of a professional placement year. You can apply directly for this option using the UCAS code on this page that includes professional placement. Alternatively, you can change to this option once you begin the course.
Our strong links with industry professionals, firms, and our local community means we are able to provide excellent networking and employment opportunities. Meaning you will be able to hit the ground running when you’re beginning your career.
This course is part of Kingston Business School, which holds the prestigious international accreditation by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). This accreditation has been earned by just 6% of the world's business schools and recognises the high quality and standard of our business degrees. It is also part of The Department of Accounting, Finance and Informatics, which delivers high quality degrees accredited by professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, ACT, RICS and ICAEW.
The Real Estate Management BSc (Hons) at Kingston University really stands out to me because of the passionate lecturers. They truly care about your experience within the university and on your course. There is never a doubt about whether you'll feel supported with your professional and personal development, as well as how inclusive and comfortable they make the environment you are working in.
Why choose this course
Knowledge of real estate is fundamental in understanding the properties we live in, work in and spend our leisure time in. If you're interested in becoming a real estate professional or chartered surveyor, this course is ideal.
Centred around the property life cycle, you'll study valuation, law, estate agency and asset management. As well as economics, planning and development, business management and accounting principles. This broad approach prepares you for various aspects of real estate professions.
You will be taught by an excellent team of chartered surveyors, lawyers and experienced academics with extensive experience of operating in the UK and overseas markets. Your studies will emphasise the need for responsibly managed and sustainable environments, reflecting current industry trends and future challenges. This ensures you will be employment ready on graduation.
No.1 in London
We are ranked No.1 in London for Land and Property Management (The Times Good University Guide 2024).
No.5 in the UK
We are ranked No.5 in the UK for Land and Property Management (The Times Good University Guide 2024).
Accreditations
Kingston Business School holds the prestigious international accreditation by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in recognition of the excellence of its business education. This accreditation has been earned by just 6% of the world's business schools and recognises the high quality and standard of our business degree offerings.
This degree carries full accreditation from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) – the leading source of land, property, construction and related environmental knowledge – under its university partnership scheme, ensuring that what you learn is relevant to industry.
Ready for business
At Kingston Business School, we believe that professional success is shaped by honing your personal capacity and skillset, supported by the academic framework of knowledge. Through vocationally rich, employer-engaged and research-informed courses, we work alongside our students to help them meet personal goals and career ambitions.
Course content
This course offers a comprehensive and in-depth study of real estate management. It includes detailed discussions on property valuations, investment strategies, the legal frameworks in real estate, and the economic factors influencing the property market. The curriculum also addresses corporate strategies and financial considerations within the real estate sector.
The course highlights the significance of understanding the social and environmental impacts in real estate decisions. This broad approach ensures that you will gain a complete and nuanced understanding of the various elements of the real estate industry.
Foundation year: Business
If you would like to study this business degree at Kingston University but are not yet ready to join the first year of a BSc(Hons) course, you may want to consider studying this course with a foundation year.
The foundation year in business is part of a four-year degree and is taught at Kingston College, close to Kingston University's Penrhyn Road campus. You'll be introduced to professional skills, numerical concepts, business IT, marketing, customer care and business law.
Year 1
In the first year, we lay the foundation for your understanding of real estate management. You will explore key concepts such as the valuation and appraisal of real estate assets, the principles of building technology and the legal and economic underpinnings of the real estate sector. This year sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the field, providing you with essential knowledge and skills.
Core modules
Year 2
The second year advances upon the foundational knowledge you acquire in the first year, exploring deeper into specific realms of real estate management. You will engage with more complex topics, including landlord and tenant law, the complexities of the UK planning system, and the principles of commercial real estate management.
Additionally, this year introduces advanced valuation techniques, enhancing your ability to assess property values in various contexts. This stage is vital for developing a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the diverse aspects of the real estate industry.
Core modules
Optional year
You have the option to take an additional year to study abroad or to undertake a year-long work placement (or even a mix of both).
Professional placement year
This course has a professional placement year option which takes place between Year 2 and your Final Year. During this professional placement year you will take a placement within a relevant setting, ensuring you gain essential experience to add to your CV and help you secure a graduate job.
Final year
In the final year, you will engage in a comprehensive study of advanced real estate topics, preparing you for professional practice. The curriculum covers complex areas such as investment strategies, asset management, and professional ethics and practice in real estate.
This year includes a significant research component, allowing you to explore an area of interest in depth and apply your accumulated knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Core modules
Entry Requirements
Future Skills and career opportunities
You'll graduate from this course ready for a career as a real estate professional. Graduate job roles include:
- Assistant surveyor
- Investment and estate agent
- Graduate surveyor
- Marketing manager
- Property consultant
- Property manager
- Residential property management surveyor
- Surveyor
- Property development
Graduate employers include:
- Savills
- Sothebys Realty
- Lambert Smith Hampton
- CBRE
- Cushman & Wakefield
- Aviva Investors
- Colliers International
- Berkeley Homes
Embedded within the Real Estate Management BSc (Hons) course and throughout the whole Kingston experience is our dedication to Future Skills.
The intention of Future Skills is to provide you with expertise valued by global business employers. We’ll focus on combining your business acumen with problem-solving, digital competency and adaptability.
As you progress through your degree, you'll learn to navigate, explore and apply these skills. As a result, you’ll graduate with the knowledge and understanding to give you the edge in a competitive employment market.
At Kingston University, we're not just keeping up with change, we're creating it
For more information on how Kingston prepares you for the future job market, visit our Future Skills page.
Teaching and assessment
Scheduled learning and teaching on this course includes timetabled activities including lectures, seminars and small group tutorials.
Kingston University has helped to produce some great talent and is now recognised within the industry as one of the top universities for the surveying profession. There are many opportunities available here – including the DTZ Challenge, the European Real Estate Challenge in Berlin (for which I was nominated this year, and hope to participate in again next year after I've completed my placement), the projects abroad, and the opportunity to take a year out to work in the property sector.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
For students interested in studying this course at Kingston, there are several opportunities to seek funding support.
Additional course costs
Some courses may require additional costs beyond tuition fees. When planning your studies, you’ll want to consider tuition fees, living costs, and any extra costs that might relate to your area of study.
Your tuition fees include costs for teaching, assessment and university facilities. So your access to libraries, shared IT resources and various student support services are all covered. Accommodation and general living expenses are not covered by these fees.
Where applicable, additional expenses for your course may include:
Course changes and regulations
The information on this page reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. To improve your student experience and the quality of your degree, we may review and change the material information of this course. Find out more about course changes
Programme Specifications for the course are published ahead of each academic year.
Regulations governing this course can be found on our website.
What our students and graduates say
The Real Estate Management BSc(Hons) at Kingston is a well-rounded surveying course. During the first year I enjoyed learning about a wide range of competencies relevant to the surveying profession, ranging from building construction to law and valuation. This varied approach gave me the chance to work out which areas interested me the most.
I have recently been appointed to head the Real Estate Society which I will strive to make a community where like-minded individuals can come together to share ideas and collaborate. I am thankful for the immense and continued support from my course in working towards becoming a successful Muslim woman in property.
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