Overview
Built for business
Construction projects are complex, multi-faceted endeavours that require leadership, organisation, project management and technical expertise, all while adhering to critical safety regulations and procedures. Construction managers ensure that these varied factors are managed and controlled, making them a crucial asset, both to their employers and their clients.
The University’s Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship provides apprentices with the skills, training, and industry knowledge they need to become valued contributors to the surveying sector. Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, students will become a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
Apprentices will:
Be knowledgeable in the latest sustainability practices
Become Chartered on successful completion of this apprenticeship
Build a well-rounded foundation of knowledge applicable to various specialisms
Acquire the expertise and language to confidently work across many disciplines
About this apprenticeship
What can you expect?
This Level 6 Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship offers a MSc Construction Management qualification as part of the apprenticeship.
Regardless of the qualification chosen, apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job and off-the-job training.
Off-the-job training, delivered online by the University, complements the on-the-job experience provided by the employer, enabling apprentices to apply academic learning directly in the workplace.
Course accreditations
End-point assessment
This apprenticeship provides apprentices with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to meet the requirements of the end point assessment (EPA), the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC). The APC pathway available as the end-point-assessment (EPA) is:
This pathway requires the employer to fill some of the knowledge gaps for apprentices. Talk to our Business Development team for more information.
More information about the EPA can be found in this RICS Apprenticeship Handbook.
The University's Qualification Achievement Rate is 97.2% higher than the national average
Structure
Degree award
On successful completion, apprentices will be awarded:
- MSc Construction Management
and
- Apprenticeship Completion Certificate
Delivery structure
This apprenticeship will be delivered online and include guided discussions and workshops as well as independent learning and reading.
The required knowledge, skills and behaviours for all apprenticeships is achieved through a combination of workplace training provided by the employer and the off-the-job (academic) requirements provided by the University.
The MSc route is 180 credits, with the APC as the End Point Assessment.
The employer must be able to provide their employees with relevant workplace experience to meet the chosen APC competencies.
Modules you will study
Project Management in the Built Environment
Explore the strategic and organisational challenges of project management, focusing on the management of construction projects. Develop the variance of skillsets and professional disciplines required to manage, plan, and control the safe and compliant delivery of built assets, in the context of key project drivers.
Learn the principles of construction technology, including modern, innovative and traditional construction. Explore assessment methods and relevant codes and regulations within the framework of a sustainable and inclusive built environment.
Gain an introduction into English law, the legal system and the law making process, along with the law of contract and tort. Develop an understanding of legislation appropriate to the project such as planning, building regulations and health and safety legislation. Alternative dispute resolution is also covered.
This module examines the principles and applications of project procurement. It also develops your understanding of the effects of risk allocation on procurement choice and the impact this has on subsequent phases of the project cycle.
Develop an understanding of the skills associated with facilities management, and the planning, controlling and maintenance of built assets. Build your understanding of the theory of facilities management, and apply your existing knowledge of construction management and technology from earlier modules.
Contract Administration and Practice
Examine Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT), New Engineering Contract (NEC) and International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) Standard Forms of construction contracts to enable you to interpret and analyse the key provisions for effective control and management of a contract.
Gain an appreciation of the global construction arena and enhance your ability to recognise, analyse and develop many aspects of international construction, from health and safety and culture to business, resource management and constructing in tropical climates.
Build your research skills within the context of the built environment with the opportunity to conduct a self-directed research project that reflects the culmination of your studies. The topics selected are expected to reflect the current and critical issues that concern the built environment.
Programme leader
Associate Professor Christine Gausden
RD FCIOB
Christine is an experienced practitioner across several decades, with experience in project, construction and facilities management and she has been delivered of a variety of modules and programmes.
Online learning
The future of study
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 our 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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Our Apprenticeship Outcomes Officers (AOOs) are the main point of contact whilst on the programme. Their role includes providing both apprentice and line managers with regular progress reviews to support with academic and personal development goals.
The experienced Business Development Team is on hand to guide employers through every stage of the apprenticeship, from funding advice to support with the sign-up process and guidance on which apprenticeship programme works best for your business.
Our academic staff are experts in their field and will offer vital support and guidance. Support Tutors can aid apprentices in a variety of ways, from explaining how to use our online resources to helping manage their workload.
The University has a dedicated Disability and Welfare team who work to provide apprentices with the support and tools they need to succeed. Support is available to apprentices with a range of disabilities, health conditions, and learning difficulties.
Why choose University of the Built Environment?
University of the Built Environment is a leading university for the sector, providing flexible and accessible supported online education to all. Our commitment to become the most sustainable university in the world has led us to develop the way we teach, operate, and collaborate with others to ensure that sustainability is integrated into everything that we do.
Our apprenticeship offering is constantly growing to keep up with the demands of the sector. We are proud to have gained a reputation with our clients and industry partners for the excellent support we provide apprentices and employers.
- The largest university provider of Chartered Surveyor apprenticeships, Gov.uk
- 'Good' Ofsted rating, 2021
- 91% of apprentices agreed that the University gave relevant training to help them perform their job better, DfE
- Two-time finalist for Best University for Apprenticeships, Apprenticeship Guide Awards 2025 and 2026
Discover the story of our apprentice, Amaya Sophia Ahmed, and be inspired to take your next steps towards an exciting career!
Application process
For employers
If you’re interested in developing your workforce with this apprenticeship, then please get in touch with our Business Development Team who will be able to guide you through the application process and support with any queries. Find the right apprenticeship candidate for your role through UCAS Talent Finder.
For more information about funding, eligibility, and our processes, as well as insights from current clients, please visit our Employer Apprenticeships webpage.
For prospective apprentices
If you are considering an apprenticeship but are not currently employed, you will need to search for an apprenticeship before applying.
If you are in relevant employment and would like to find out more about the apprenticeship, you can sign up for ‘Introduction to MSc Construction Management’ webinar on our webinar page.
Application deadlines
Undergraduate route |
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| Spring | 22 February 2027 |
| Autumn | 23 August 2027 |
Postgraduate route |
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| Spring | 08 February 2027 |
| Autumn | 09 August 2027 |
Contact us
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