Overview
Our newly designed Real Estate courses are ideal for those looking to get ahead in their career. Whether you already have a background in the built environment or are changing career, our aim is to develop your expertise and give you the skills to flourish in the real estate industry.
You will work alongside other built environment postgraduates, gaining valuable contacts and insights into other disciplines. If you're looking to progress in general practice surveying, property management, investment , development, banking , government or other property related fields, Real Estate at LSBU could be perfect for you!
Why Real Estate at LSBU?
- Course content: Focusing on commercial property for occupation, development and investment, largely in an urban context.
- Skills development: We will develop your property-related skills and knowledge in the context of industry.
- Insights: Into the nature of land and property investment, development and management and the impact on the vitality of our cities and environment.
- Graduate prospects: Our graduates go on to work in finance, banking and real estate. Many form their own companies and we keep an open dialogue with our alumni helping to keep the course grounded and employment opportunities available.
We offer different course options, depending on your circumstances:
- New Cognate version: This year we are looking to recruit those working in Real Estate or within local authority/housing associations who wish to match their experience with a route to a professional qualification, If you hold an undergraduate Surveying/Real Estate degree or relevant experience, you could apply for the ‘Surveying graduates’ route as you will study fewer modules; your previous experience will be taken into account. UK MSc Students will pay from £11,000 full time. PG Dip students from £7,334 full time. As this is a new option you will need to discuss your interest initially with the Course Director, Andrew Maber-Jones, at maberja2@lsbu.ac.uk.
- Non-Cognate version: If you do not hold an undergraduate Surveying degree, you should apply for our ‘Conversion’ course. Two supplementary modules at the beginning of the course bring you up to speed in relation to Valuation & Surveying, Sustainable Construction before you embark on the master’s level modules. These supplementary modules are a distinguishing feature of the course and are highly valued by students and their employers. There is a higher fee for this course because you will be studying more credits. The non-cog masters full time for a UK student starts at £14667 and a PG Dip full time from £11000.
- For the above routes, you can opt to study either a full master’s qualification or a PGDip qualification (the same course but the PG Dip you do not complete a dissertation). Part time options over 2 years are also offered.
- Postgraduate loan funding via Student Finance England, is only available for students taking full master’s courses without any module exemptions. PGDip courses are ineligible for this scheme.
| ModeFull-time MSc | Duration12 months | Start dateSeptember | Application code5291 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| ModePart-time MSc | Duration24 months | Start dateSeptember | Application code5292 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| ModePart-time PgDip | Duration24 months | Start dateSeptember | Application code4964 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| ModeFull-time PgDip | Duration12 months | Start dateSeptember | Application code4131 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| ModeFull-time (Top-up) | Duration12 months | Start dateSeptember | Application code4074 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Course Accreditations
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RICS
Location
London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.
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Entry Level Requirements
Want to start your course this September? call 0800 923 8888 for entry requirements.
A Bachelor degree equivalent to UK Second Class Honours Upper Division in any subject. Applicants need to demonstrate capacity to think about a broad range of theoretical and practical issues.
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Missing English and Maths qualifications?
If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.
United Kingdom
£14666.67
Tuition fees for home students
International
£20666.66
Tuition fees for international students
Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.
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Part-time
part-time
MSc Real Estate (Non - Cognate) (PT) - Year 1
UK fee: £6111.11 International fee: £8611.11 AOS/LSBU code: 5292 Session code: 1PS00 Total course fee: * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
UK: £14666.67 International: £20666.66 PgDip Real Estate (Non-Cognate) (PT) - Year 1
UK fee: £6111.11 International fee: £8611.11 AOS/LSBU code: 4964 Session code: 1PS00 Total course fee: * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
UK: £11000 International: £15500 MSc Real Estate (Non - Cognate) (PT) - Year 2
UK fee: £8555.55 International fee: £12055.55 AOS/LSBU code: 5292 Session code: 2PS00 Total course fee: * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
UK: £14666.67 International: £20666.66 PgDip Real Estate (Non-Cognate) (PT) - Year 2
UK fee: £4888.89 International fee: £6888.88 AOS/LSBU code: 4964 Session code: 2PS00 Total course fee: * The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.
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Full-time
full-time
MSc Real Estate (Non - Cognate) (FT) - Year 1
UK fee: £14666.67 International fee: £20666.66 AOS/LSBU code: 5291 Session code: 1FS00 PGDip Real Estate (Non - Cognate) (FT) - Year 1
UK fee: £11000 International fee: £15500 AOS/LSBU code: 4131 Session code: 1FS00 MSc Real Estate (Top Up) - Year 1
UK fee: £3666.67 International fee: £5166.66 AOS/LSBU code: 4074 Session code: 1FS00
For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.
See our Tuition Fees Regulations (PDF File 391 KB) and Refund Policy (PDF File 775 KB).
Possible fee changes
The University reserves the right to increase its fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.
The fees for international students are reviewed annually and the University reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with the RPIX measure of inflation up to 4 per cent.
Postgraduate loan (PGL) for Masters study
If you are starting a Masters course, studying either full- or part-time, you may be entitled to apply for a postgraduate study loan. Find out more at our postgraduate fees and funding section.
Scholarships
We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on funding your studies on the scholarships and fee discounts page.
Fee status
Please check your fee status and whether you are considered a Home, EU or International student for fee-paying purposes and for our regulatory returns, by reading the UKCISA regulations.
International students
The course is not currently open to international students.
International (non Home) applicants should follow our international how to apply guide.
Home
| Mode Full-time MSc | Duration 12 months | Start date September | Application code 5291 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| Mode Part-time MSc | Duration 24 months | Start date September | Application code 5292 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| Mode Part-time PgDip | Duration 24 months | Start date September | Application code 4964 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| Mode Full-time PgDip | Duration 12 months | Start date September | Application code 4131 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
| Mode Full-time (Top-up) | Duration 12 months | Start date September | Application code 4074 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system. Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.
See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).
Accommodation
Students should apply for accommodation at London South Bank University (LSBU) as soon as possible, once we have made an offer of a place on one of our academic courses. Read more about applying for accommodation at LSBU.
Finance
It's a good idea to think about how you'll pay university tuition and maintenance costs while you're still applying for a place to study. Remember – you don't need to wait for a confirmed place on a course to start applying for student finance. Read how to pay your fees as a postgraduate student.
Prepare to start
We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.
Enrolment
Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.
- Institutional and legal context for property
This module focuses on introducing students to the various areas of law and issues of professional practice used and applied in the construction and property industries. - Construction and planning
A module to provide a broad and critical perspective on planning and construction as well as an understanding of the context within which planning and construction decisions are made and implemented. - Valuations
This module is intended to allow the theoretical knowledge gained in a series of lectures and workshops to be applied in practice. The module will consider the fundamental principles of valuation, valuation formulae and discounted cash flows. It will examine the methods used in the valuation of office, retail, industrial and residential properties. - Advanced valuations
This module further develops the concepts and techniques covered in the Valuations unit. It is intended to develop the student's awareness of valuations techniques and their practical application in the property market. Analysis of transactions and a critical approach to property appraisal techniques will be developed. - Real estate economics and finance
This module provides an introduction into a set of theoretical principles and practical skills in economics and finance, which enable property professionals to develop, manage and grow successful businesses. - Applied valuation and the management of property interests
This module gives a practical insight into managing property. The roles and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants are considered in property management. Financial calculations that inform the decision-making processes in property management are also covered. - Corporate real estate management
A module to provide a critical understanding of the role that real estate plays in the successful organisation of business activities, and to provide the skills to formulate appropriate strategies for corporate occupiers. - Property investment appraisal
A module to provide a detailed and critical perspective on property investment and an understanding of the context, in which, investment decisions are made and implemented. In particular the unit is designed to provide an analysis of the corporate and institutional decision-making processes with regard to property. - Dissertation
The module provides the opportunity for students to undertake an independent piece of research, investigating in depth a subject, in which, they have a particular interest and of their own selection. Each student will submit a dissertation of between 15,000- 20,000 words. The module includes teaching of research methods.
The course will deliver core RICS-accredited subjects addressing; Law for Property Professionals, Sustainability and Net Zero in the Built Environment and Property and Asset Management. These are proven and popular modules which set the industry's context.
Alongside these modules you will sit bespoke and challenging Real Estate subjects delivered by published academics covering, Corporate Real Estate Management, Real Estate Finance & Economics and Advanced Valuations. Those taking the MSc will write a related Dissertation on a topic of their own choosing.
Please note these modules have been updated and run this year and the content from September will reflect the improvements of the updates and our review. Further options may be available subject to class size. Historically these have included BIM, Building Control and International Real Estate.
Options
Please be aware that option selection is subject to availability.
- Building control
The module focuses upon the control and enforcement of the Building Regulations and associated legislation, along with supporting technical documents and alternative solutions, to meet specific regulative requirements as they apply to various building schemes. - Building Information Modelling and collaborative working
A module to provide a general understanding of the role that BIM can play throughout the design, construction and operation of building assets. It looks to identify and develop the necessary managerial, technical and interpersonal skills required to deliver better value through a collaborative BIM approach.
Structure of qualification
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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| Valuations | Applied Valuations and the Management of Property Interests |
| Construction and Planning | Advanced Valuations |
| Institutional and Legal Context for Property | |
| Corporate Real Estate Management | Property Investment Analysis |
| Real Estate Economics and Finance | Option |
| Dissertation | |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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| Valuations | Applied Valuations and the Management of Property Interests |
| Construction and Planning | Advanced Valuations |
| Institutional and Legal Context for Property | |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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| Corporate Real Estate Management | Property Investment Analysis |
| Real Estate Economics and Finance | Option |
| Dissertation |
Careers
Employability Service
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
- An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
- Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.
Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.
Successful students work as valuers, property managers, agents, advisors and corporate professionals working in a dynamic and fast changing property industry. To date employment prospects have been excellent with many graduates joining major real estate consultancies, as well as a broad range of private and public organisations involved in property.
The MSc/PgDip is fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is the world's leading professional body for setting standards in the surveying industry. They have accredited our degrees and diplomas for almost 50 years.
Brighter connections
London location affording access to:
- Major development areas and schemes to visits / study
- The main offices of the country's leading property consultancies and companies
- The RICS headquarters and its library
- Other professional and academic libraries and exhibitions
- A well developed alumni organisation
- Extensive programmes of talks and lectures, promoted by the RICS and others, often at reduced cost or free to students.
Expertise and history
London South Bank University has a long history of educating professionals for the building-related industries. With roots in London Council School of Building (1904), Brixton School of Building (1940) we have been offering training for this sector for over 100 years.
Today we are expert at attracting property and construction students from the UK and around the world. Much of this is down to the highly successful links we have with major real estate consultancies, property companies, contractors, cost consultants and developers to ensure our courses are highly relevant for the current market.
Today, according to the Guardian PG subject tables 2013 we are the largest School of Building and Town Planning in the UK (combining full-time and part-time modes of study) and our building graduates have the best employment prospects in London (Complete University Guide 2014).
Our current students and alumni hold key positions in their organisation, often as senior managers and business owners.
Teaching and Assessment
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