Master in MSc Surveying Real Estate

Tuition is UK Fee in Year 1: £11,250. International Fee in Year 1: £11,250.; applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Aug 31, 2027.

Programme Overview

The Surveying (Real Estate) MSc is a distance learning programme designed for professionals looking to enhance their career in the built environment. It provides a deeper understanding of real estate surveying, including commercial property valuation, asset management, market data analysis, and site development.

Who is this for?

This course is ideal for both existing industry professionals seeking career progression and individuals looking to pivot into the real estate surveying sector. The structure is tailored for busy working professionals, with a recommended study time of 15 hours per week.

Distinctive Features

• Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), ensuring a globally-recognised qualification.
• Flexible 'carousel' delivery model allowing students to study at their own pace over two to four years.
• Interactive online learning via Blackboard Ultra, including virtual discussion boards and live webinars with tutors.
• Practical, research-led content that can be applied directly to daily working life.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.