OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
Property Development and Planning BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS KK30
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 13thRanked 13th in the Guardian Construction, Surveying and Planning subject league ranking 2025.
- RICS accreditedAccredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
- Industry linksStrong connections with industry professionals through guest talks and networking.
- Practical focusEmphasis on hands-on learning with real-world projects and site visits.
- Optional placement yearGain valuable professional experience during a dedicated placement year.
- Diverse cohortOpportunity to study alongside real estate and urban design students.
This BSc (Hons) Property Development and Planning course equips you with the specialist skills needed for a career in the dynamic property industry. While designed with planning consultancy in mind, the skills learned are transferable to roles in quantity surveying, asset management, and beyond. The program emphasizes practical application through real-world projects, site visits, guest lectures, and networking events. An optional placement year offers valuable industry experience in planning consultancies or local authorities, preparing you for future professional roles.
Curriculum
The course is structured over three years, with an optional fourth year for a placement. Each year builds upon the previous, introducing essential industry knowledge and progressing to more advanced topics and research.
- Year 1
- Foundation Development Law
- Economics of the Built Environment
- Cities in Historical Context
- Sustainable Development and Professional Practice
- Year 2
- Valuation and Urban Development (Advanced)
- Research Design
- Year 3 (Optional Placement)
- Final Year
- Strategic Planning and Development Viability
Careers
This course prepares graduates for diverse career paths within the property industry. Graduates develop a strong foundation in planning, development, and related business skills, making them attractive candidates for various roles.
- Planning Consultant
- Property Developer
- Quantity Surveyor
- Asset Manager
- Urban Planner
- Real Estate Agent
Entry requirements
A LevelsNot specified, but typical requirements for UK undergraduate degrees apply.
IB DiplomaNot specified, but typical requirements for UK undergraduate degrees apply.
Specific academic entry requirements are not detailed on the provided pages. International students should refer to the university's general admissions criteria for equivalent qualifications.
Fees
Tuition (international)Not specified
Tuition (home)Not specified
LivingNot specified
Tuition fee and living cost information for international students is not available on the provided pages. Please visit the official Oxford Brookes University website for the most current details.
How to apply
1. Apply via UCASSubmit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) using the course code KK30.
2. Meet Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and English language proficiency requirements for the course.
3. Await OfferIf your application is successful, you will receive an offer from Oxford Brookes University.
4. Accept OfferConfirm your acceptance of the offer by the specified deadline.
5. Prepare for EnrolmentComplete any pre-enrolment tasks and prepare for your arrival at the university.
Accreditation
RICS accredited. Partially accredited (UG spatial) by RTPI. Full RTPI accreditation available when combined with specific postgraduate programmes.