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 Linda Serck New government-commissioned research has highlighted the structural barriers disabled people continue to face throughout their educational journeys, from inconsistent support to limited accessibility. At the University of…
The University of the Built Environment is leading international efforts to strengthen disability inclusion in higher education through ENABLE PK — a landmark UK–Pakistan partnership funded by the British Council.…
New social sustainability research from the University of the Built Environment has revealed a disparity between women’s academic participation and leadership representation in Brunei. The British Council-funded study reveals that…
The built environment comprises a diverse and exciting range of sectors, but there is still a lack of representation at every level. We want this to change. ‘Be Part of…
If industries like construction want to improve female representation, they need to create an environment where women experiencing menopause feel supported. Representation of women across the built environment is slowly…
For the latest Be Part of the Change feature, we explored the history and legacy of Irene Barclay, the first woman to qualify as a Chartered Surveyor. Earlier this year,…
Laura Bell McMillan, Chartered Surveyor at Legat Owen and UCEM alumni, discusses her work on a Grade II listed building for the latest feature in our We Built This series.…
Does construction and the built environment need to change its approach to equality, diversity and inclusion? We spoke with Rebecca Lovelace, Founder of Building People, to find out. It’s a…
How do you go from studying at UCEM to launching your own property company? Charlotte Thackeray spoke to Lucy Gaitskell, owner of Rolcor Property, and Board Apprentice on the Board…
