12Nov
UndergraduateCoventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Build industry-relevant skills in communication, negotiation and business planning for domestic and international markets, and prepare for roles, such as property manager, entrepreneur or consultant, in the real estate sector. Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course. Foundation year The foundation year will introduce you to the world of business with a strong focus on management, business communications and marketing in a global context. It creates opportunities for you to develop vital business skills, as well as preparing you for study at undergraduate level. You will put theory, both traditional and contemporary, into practice with real-world scenarios. The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from the Coventry University campus. Degree This course provides practical, industry-focused training in real estate investment, development and property management to help you build legal, financial and digital skills.
- Explore topics such as property law and financial management.
- The opportunity to gain experience with industry-standard software tools like Argus and Costar.
- Strong industry links and an optional placement year help support your preparation for roles in property consultancy, investment, corporate real estate and development.
- Supports you to gain the academic skills required for degree-level study.
- Provides a grounding in key areas of business and management.
- understand current industry practice by focusing on commercial and corporate real estate management.
- build relevant professional skills by developing capabilities in entrepreneurship and professional practice, with a focus on sustainability and regeneration.
- gain practical experience by applying your learning through real-life scenarios in the university's Simulation Centre.
- access academic support by using resources like the Sigma Maths Support Centre and the Centre for Academic Writing to support your learning.
Modules
Foundation Year The foundation year offers an introduction to your chosen subject and supports you to develop the skills required for degree-level study. Modules Business Communications Management Skills Marketing for Business Global Business Year One This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first-year courses: Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) Architectural Design and Technology MSci Building Surveying BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) Real Estate and Property Management BSc (Hons) In the first year, the curriculum is shared across related courses allowing you to gain a broad grounding in the discipline before going on, in the second and third years, to specialist modules in your chosen field. Year One Modules Construction Technology, Materials and Building Sciences Project Management and Economics Surveying, Design and Digital Applications Professional Built Environment Practice Year Two The second year is when you develop a deeper understanding of Real Estate Development and Investment besides advanced practice of law for Landlord and Tenancy – where you represent either the Landlord or Tenant in a dispute case in our moot court as part of your assessment. You will further gain a good grasp of Urban Design and Planning within the context of development and investment in urban locations. Year Two Modules Building Adaptation and Reuse Law for Built Environment Professionals Advanced Construction Technology and Systems Real Estate Development, Investment and Financial Accounting Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final years of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Year three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from previous years. Final Year Modules Advanced Property Valuation and Appraisal Corporate and Commercial Asset Management Landlord and Tenancy in Practice Undergraduate Research project We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website
Assessment method
The foundation year will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module and may include: Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Individual assignments This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include: Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5760* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5760* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5760* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5760* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5760* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £5760* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
The fees listed above reflect the Foundation year tuition fee only. To view the degree tuition fees and the most up to date fee information please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Please note, this course with a foundation year is not currently available to international students. If you do not meet the entry requirements to directly join year 1 of the degree, please visit our website to find out about our international pathways. www.coventry.ac.uk
Provider information
CU Coventry
8 Mile Lane
Coventry
CV1 2TU