University of the Built Environment
A monthly exploration into the world of sustainability in the built environment with commentary and input from University of the Built Environment’s Vice Chancellor and academics.
By Matthew Fedigan Lecturer in Construction Law When I joined the University of the Built Environment, I knew I wanted to do more than teach law - I wanted to…
If you've considered launching an apprenticeship scheme but have reservations, here are a few reasons why now is a great time to reconsider. The popularity and awareness of apprenticeships is…
The University of the Built Environment has been recognised in The Telegraph for delivering higher earning potential to its graduates in architecture, building and planning than the Universities of Oxford,…
By David Hourihan Programme Leader, MSc Real Estate With a ban on upwards-only rent review clauses under consideration in the UK, University of the Built Environment senior lecturer David Hourihan examines…
In light of the recent news on carbon-capturing bricks, University of the Built Environment Programme Leader James Ritson raises an essential challenge: even if bricks become more carbon-efficient, is it wise to…
By Tony Wallace Lecturer, BSc (Hons) Real Estate Management and MSc Real Estate The second edition of the RICS Professional Standard on service charges in commercial property promises greater transparency…
The University of the Built Environment’s Vice Chancellor, Ashley Wheaton, has urged the sector to let learners flexibly pause and restart their degree and higher-level apprenticeships so the built-environment…
By Marc Fleming Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader, Architectural Design Technology More than one in four UK businesses fell victim to a building-linked cyber-attack last year, according to a RICS…
By Jordan Turner Lecturer The UK Green Building Council’s new 'Climate Resilience Roadmap' pulls no punches: Britain’s built environment is already “facing an urgent reality” when it comes to climate hazards,…
Netflix’s newly released documentary, 'Grenfell: Uncovered', is an unflinching account of the 14 June 2017 fire that claimed 72 lives. Featuring first-hand testimony from survivors, bereaved families and investigative journalists,…
What is forcefield analysis and Kurt Lewin’s Model of Change, and how can it be applied to the built environment? Change is inevitable in any sector, but in construction, there…
From BSc and MSc to PhD, MRICS and MCIOB, the working world is full of post-nominal acronyms, each from different memberships, degrees and certifications. These acronyms designate a higher level…
