Building Surveying

Building surveying is a profession at the heart of the built environment, concerned with the condition, performance, and improvement of existing buildings rather than the design of new ones. Building surveyors assess the condition and value of properties, advise clients on repairs and defects, manage renovation and refurbishment projects, ensure compliance with building regulations and statutory requirements, and resolve disputes relating to property and construction. It is a profession that blends technical knowledge of construction and materials with commercial awareness, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, and building surveyors have real influence over the spaces where people live and work.

At London South Bank University this part-time programme is designed for students who wish to study alongside professional commitments. It includes a foundation year, providing additional preparation for students who would benefit from strengthening their technical foundations, and a sandwich year and work placement are incorporated into the degree, giving you structured professional experience as part of the programme. You will study the technology and condition of buildings, dilapidations, project management, contract law, valuation, and the professional and legal context for building surveying practice.

Building surveying graduates are in consistent demand across a wide range of employers, including chartered surveying firms, property developers, local authorities, housing associations, facilities management companies, and client organisations in the public and private sectors. Graduate roles typically lead towards chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, which is the recognised professional qualification for the discipline and a significant career asset. Many graduates develop into senior surveying roles, project management, or consultancy positions as their careers progress.

The profession offers strong employment security and clear progression in a sector that will always need skilled professionals to manage and improve the existing built environment.