Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) with foundation year

This module will introduce concepts to develop an understanding of engineering properties of construction materials including modern construction materials and structural construction materials (concrete, timber, steel, glass and masonry etc.).  We will cover the composition, manufacture, properties, durability, performance and behaviour of these materials and the hazards and risks they may pose both during construction and subsequent operation of a structure. 

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to introduce the principal aspects of construction technology and associated materials as applied to low-rise buildings including the role of the construction and housing industry in achieving the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, specifically 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15 and 17. The module content enables you to understand, apply and critically evaluate the key principals of construction processes, structures and environmental performances of low-rise buildings addressing challenges and solutions.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to develop your understanding of the design process as a circular activity that includes different aspects and stakeholders. You will practice and develop skills to critically appraise and devise a series of design activities to produce a coherent and creative portfolio of work. The module will require you to engage in collaboration between your peers and disciplines to engage effectively in a simulated professional environment. You should gain an appreciation of the collective goal of a design team to provide a creative and sustainable solution to architectural and engineering design. 

Compulsory

This module is an introduction to the core knowledge and skills that define the role of different construction professionals within the building process in the UK and in the global context. It will focus on your understanding and appreciation of both the specifics as well as the team aspects of the relevant professions. You will learn about project management, quantity surveying, building services engineering, building surveying, architecture and technology as well as real estate management with the process relevant to that profession in the overarching context of a building project. You will be practising aspects such as, but not limited to, design development, Auto CAD, measurement, condition surveys, site management and cost development.

Compulsory

The aim of the module is to provide you with an insight into and an understanding of the concept of project management and cost management. This will include an introduction to project structure and stakeholders, managing different kinds of projects, project cost appraisal and innovation in projects. The knowledge of these topics will help you to develop an understanding of the process used in your respective fields and industries and how your actions can impact on the overall cost of a project and to promote inclusivity, sustainability and foster innovation. 

Compulsory

This module offers you a practical examination of how the United Nation's (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can be implemented and furthered within the Built and Natural Environment. The module will introduce you to how individuals, communities and businesses within the Built and Natural Environment could be responding to the UN SDGs and helping to transform the world through their impact. The module identifies how the SDGs impact your course discipline by exploring the 17 SDGs and focusing on the delivery and implementation of a student-led project that encompasses the most applicable SDG or a combination of SDGs to your specific academic discipline.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to develop knowledge of advanced construction technology enabling you to understand, apply and critically evaluate the key principles of construction procedures. The emphasis will relate to the role of the construction industry in achieving the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals specifically number (3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15 and 17) focusing on multi-storey and commercial framed structures and include a study of pre-construction activities, substructure and superstructure and the impact of the design process and legislative influences on the layout and planning of buildings. Moreover, renewable technologies, Modern Methods of Construction, BREEAM and passive design will also be considered together with the impact of energy conservation and climate change. In addition, the module will consider the building services which are installed to provide a suitable internal environment including acoustic, thermal, ventilation, air conditioning systems, natural and artificial lighting. 

Compulsory

This module aims to introduce general principles and concepts of law related to the built environment. In preparation for their professional practice you will develop an ability to understand and apply legal principles to particular legal problems that may arise in the course of built environment activities. The module is specifically useful to those intending to be involved in the design and/or construction process. 

Compulsory

Sustainability and the process linked to this such as financial control, and supply chain management are key to working in the construction sector, particularly in the quantity surveying, commercial management and construction project management roles. This module will explore the sustainable, financial and logistical management and control of all aspects of the supply chain including main contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers. The module is intended to cover the project procurement from procurement and selection through to completion exploring tools such as time management, quality management, negotiation, behavioural science, communication, collaboration and critical path development/analysis. It will also explore aspects of change management particularly in respect to variation to a project design or production method.

Compulsory

The aim of the module is to introduce you to aspects related to the quantification and costing of projects using relevant digital platforms and appropriate industry software. It explores the measurement of various building components such as sheet piling, piles, pile caps, ground beams and structural steel frames in accordance with the New Rules of Measurement (NRM) and the Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (CESMM). In addition, the module aims to develop your understanding in the production and preparation of cost plans and activity schedules. 

Compulsory

This module will develop your understanding of the tools and techniques of project management and how to prepare and administer a construction contract using a Standard Form of Contract. The module will also explore procurement process for a built asset with a focus on finance, and the critical factors influencing the parties to the contract and the impact of their interactions on the project activities. 

Compulsory

In this module, you will undertake a critical analysis of a specified location and associated project that has been influenced by the United Nation's (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Your analysis of the project will explore the impact, success or failure alongside possible solutions that will be fundamental to the positive future development of the location.   

You will research, appraise, critique, develop and then communicate to a wider audience the impact and implementation of the identified SDGs for the location/ project. The focus of the review will be linked to your academic discipline within the Built and Natural Environment and draw upon prior learning from your previous cognate knowledge.   

Compulsory

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement² undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement² undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

The aim of this module is to demonstrate your skills base through the continued development of critical, transferable study skills that are of practical benefit in the workplace and that promote and enable continued professional development. You will bring skills developed in other areas of the course into a practical project delivered as part of a group. The purpose of the project is to develop key learning skills and personal attributes that are required within the Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Built Environment professions. These should prepare you for professional work, demonstrating teamwork, project planning, critical and research evaluation as well as technical and personal reflection. 

Compulsory

The aim of the module is to develop your understanding and knowledge of the role of professional practitioners in the construction industry and the process of contract administration used in the construction industry. The module will explore contractual provisions and administration mechanisms related to common forms of contract used in UK. Furthermore, it discusses professionals’ role and responsibilities, risk and application of financial management, legal and insurance issues, and law related to running a business in the construction industry.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to develop your understanding of digitised quantification into more complex aspects such as services measure, and 3d BIM Measure etc. It will also explore some of the more complex financial management aspects such as account analysis, value engineering and value management and cash flow management, project evaluation and appraisal including discount factor analysis, and net present value and earned value analysis. The main aim of this module is to enhance the skills needed and prepare you for the variety of employability aspects that may be available on completion of the degree. 

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to enhance and apply your understanding of pre-contract project and finance management. This will include the ability to apply quantification, tender evaluation, design economics, value engineering, sustainability and innovation, project appraisal, conflict avoidance and management to a given scenario or live project. The key aspect of this project is to assess the skills needed when working in pre-contract aspects of a project, ensuring employability skills are developed, ready for working in a global environment. 

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to enhance and apply your understanding of post-contract project and finance management. This will include the ability to apply supply chain management such as warranty analysis and appraisal, variation and valuation management, sustainable and innovative design solution and advice, cash flow and budget management, Strategic commercial management aspects and project financial management tools such as value engineering, earned value analysis and critical path analysis. It will also further develop risk management and risk response aspects in relation to a scenario-based or live project.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to enable you to develop your research skills by conducting primary or secondary research focused on a specific problem of relevance to your discipline. You would use different methods and research skills, gained over previous years of study, to effectively communicate research novelties and ideas to the academic and non-academic communities. It will enable you to understand the importance of correct and critical analysis of all the factors involved in a problem and develop your initiative as you pursue and execute the investigation, demonstrating originality and creativity.

Compulsory