University of South Wales

BSc Real Estate including Foundation Year

University of South Wales

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Real Estate (including Foundation Year) programme at the University of South Wales is designed for students who do not yet satisfy the standard entry criteria for direct admission to a BSc (Hons) Real Estate. The foundation year of this four-year course introduces basic concepts related to the built environment, thereby establishing a foundation for students to progress onto the main degree.

The main part of the degree has the official approval of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). It teaches important subjects like how to value properties, manage assets, understand planning rules, and consider sustainability. Students learn by looking at projects and hearing from people who work in the industry. 

The learning methods used in this course include lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical projects. Assessment methods include examination, coursework, and project work.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants need UCAS points of 48 or above. Other qualifications include A Levels at DD, or a BTEC Diploma Pass in a related field. An Access to HE Diploma Pass with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points is also considered.

English Proficiency

  • International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through either an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or a TOEFL iBT score of 72 overall, with minimum scores of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing.

Scholarships

  • Chancellors International Development Scholarships

    International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.

  • Course Kit Bursaries

    We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

  • International Office Scholarship

    Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

  • Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • USW International Students Progressing to Masters

    Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.

    Up to £3,500

  • USW Scholarship £1000

    The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £1,000

  • USW Scholarship £250

    The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £250

  • USW Summer School

    Please contact the provider.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Real Estate (including Foundation Year) from the USW are trained to provide support for people who need shelter in society. Some of the roles where they can function include:

  • Commercial Property Surveyor
  • Residential Valuer
  • Asset Manager
  • Property Manager
  • Planning and Development Surveyor
  • Real Estate Investment Analyst

Cost of study

International students opting for the BSc Real Estate (including Foundation Year) programme should expect to pay a tuition fee of £16,200 for the 2025/26 academic session.

Admission

Prospective applicants for this programme are advised to contact a trained counsellor at AHZ for personalised guidance before the application deadline.

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