Real Estate

MSc or PGDip

Key facts

Start dates

January 2023 / September 2023

Course length

Full time: 12 months (Sept start), 18 months (Jan start)

Part time: Part time/distance learning: 30 months (Sept start), 36 months (Jan start)

Location

Headington

Department

School of the Built Environment

Overview

Our MSc in Real Estate is a conversion programme for those looking to enter this dynamic industry.

Developed in close consultation with leading practitioners, this innovative course is led by the latest approaches and best-practice in the global real estate sector. Through the course you’ll study the fundamental principles that underpin the sector.

You’ll be immersed in the industry and build experience by applying your learning to professional scenarios through projects that are routed in practice. You’ll develop a global perspective and have the opportunity to specialise in an area of your interest through your final project.

Our network and graduates extend throughout the industry. Site visits and regular guest lectures from leading specialists means you’ll gain adept knowledge of the sector and provide invaluable networking opportunities. You’ll also benefit from our mentoring scheme run in partnership with our alumni society.

On graduation you’ll be prepared to complete the assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become a Chartered Surveyor.

Specific entry requirements

The course is primarily open to applicants seeking academic conversion, who hold a 2.1 undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) in a non-Real Estate subject. Applicants should demonstrate commitment to a career in real estate, preferably with some work experience.

Candidates with 2.2 degrees will be actively considered – evidencing strong final year performance and/or relevant professional experience.

EU & International applicants who have studied a non-RICS Real Estate undergraduate course are welcome to apply, in order to gain accreditation.