Kingston University

MSc Building Surveying

Kingston University

Course overview

The MSc Building Surveying at Kingston University is designed to enable students to enhance their existing qualifications by providing a deeper understanding of key concepts and frameworks within the building industry. Students will develop specialist skills in building surveying, including diagnosing building defects, refurbishing existing buildings, managing facilities, and administering contracts and procurement.

Kingston University's MSc Building Surveying is fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and enhances students' knowledge of building materials, construction technology, and the legal and regulatory issues involved in the built environment. Students will undertake a final research project, allowing them to specialise in an area of their choice. This can be a strong advantage when applying for jobs or promotions.

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, you will have to submit a personal statement, which should explain your reasons for choosing the course and other relevant academic or professional details. You will also need an academic or employer reference. You may choose to upload your CV to show your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have a 2:2 or above honours degree in any discipline.
  • Experience working in the industry would also be considered.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each part.
  • Other alternative requirements include tests such as TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000

  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with the MSc in Building Surveying from Kingston University can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Building Surveyor
  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Construction Manager
  • Risk Assessment Consumer
  • Chartered Surveyor

Cost of study

For international students enrolling for the MSc Building Survey at Kingston University, the tuition fee is £17,600 for the 2025-26 academic year.

Admission

To apply for this course, you will need to go through the university's portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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