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Pre-masters Programme
BCUIC
Full Time
Sep 2027
1 Semester
Progress to the University to study degrees accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).This range of Master’s degrees fuses economic, social and environmental perspectives to give you a comprehensive postgraduate qualification.Birmingham is currently undergoing huge regeneration – including the HS2 (high-speed railway) development, opening in 2026 – so where better to advance your career in the built environment.
You will learn how to critically assess arguments and evidence from a range of academic sources, as well as gaining an understanding of effective critical reading at postgraduate level. You will be assessed via three methods: Evaluation of arguments exercise; Critical evaluation of three texts (700 ? 1,000 words each); A 3-hour closed book exam.
During this module you will learn advanced skills in: Public speaking; Writing techniques and language styles Creating effective document layouts; Professional communication and presentation; Communicating effectively to a variety of audiences; Working effectively as a team member and as an individual; Applying research and referencing techniques to formulate reasoned academic opinion so as to avoid plagiarism. You will be assessed via a variety of methods, including: A research project ? referencing a topic and using a variety of techniques and resources; An individual presentation and a group presentation; A 2-hour closed book exam.
You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level. You will be assessed entirely through coursework, which will include a mini-dissertation (2,000 ? 3,000 words) and a presentation of its synopsis.
