Nottingham Trent University

BSc Building Surveying

Nottingham Trent University

Course overview

The BSc Building Surveying at Nottingham Trent University is a 3-year full-time course designed to prepare students for careers in construction, property, and the built environment. You’ll learn how to assess, manage, and maintain buildings across different sectors, including commercial, residential, and historic properties. Ultimately, you’ll develop the practical and technical skills needed to solve real-world building issues and work confidently in the surveying industry.

As a RICS, CIOB, and CABE-accredited course, the BSc Building Surveying at Nottingham Trent University gives you a high-quality education, taught by experienced professionals. You will learn through lectures, seminars, workshops, and fieldwork, supported by independent study to encourage hands-on learning.

You will work on live projects, go on site visits, and have the option to take a year-long placement. Assessment is done through coursework, group work, presentations, and exams.

Entry requirements

These are the typical entry requirements to study BSc Building Surveying at Nottingham Trent University.

Grade Requirements

You'll need at least 112 UCAS tariff points from up to four qualifications, but two must be equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency

Applicants whose first language is not English need to have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (at least 5.5 in all sections).

Scholarships

  • English Language Test Discount

    You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.

    Up to £200

  • NTU Excellence Scholarships

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.

  • NTU International Merit Scholarships

    International Merit Scholarships: £3,000

    Up to £3,000

  • NTU International Scholarships

    International Scholarships : £2,000

    Up to £2,000

  • NTU Music Scholarship

    We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.

  • NTU Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Outstanding Achievement Award

    The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).

    Up to £1,000

  • Sibling Loyalty Reward

    20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Sport Scholarships

    Potential bursary or fee reduction.

  • Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship

    Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

The BSc Building Surveying at Nottingham Trent University graduates can function in roles such as: 

  • Building Surveyor
  • Property Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Facilities Manager
  • Construction Consultant
  • Building Control Surveyor

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for the BSc Building Surveying at Nottingham Trent University is £17,500 for international students. However, this fee does not include accommodation and living costs.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.

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