University of Derby

Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Project Collaboration

University of DerbyDerby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom

Course overview

• This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) • Study a CIAT accredited course at a university which is one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the UK • Choose a course specifically designed for architects, architectural technologists, design managers, project managers, civil/structural engineers, surveyors and other construction professionals with a keen interest in BIM • Learn how to deliver better value through integrated design and project collaboration • Draw on our extensive industrial links and the expertise of our research-active and highly experienced staff • Hone your skills using project collaboration simulation scenarios based on real-world practices

Key highlights

  • Accredited by RICS, CIAT and the Chartered Institute of Building
  • Taught at one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the UK
  • Designed for architects, engineers, surveyors and other construction professionals
  • Focuses on delivering better value through integrated design and collaboration
  • Project collaboration simulations based on real-world industry practices
  • Extensive industrial links and research-active, highly experienced teaching staff

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — or above

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • BIM Manager
  • BIM Coordinator
  • Design Manager
  • Construction Project Manager
  • Architectural Technologist
  • Digital Construction Manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,720 for the full course* | International: £17,500 for the full course

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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