Course summary
The real estate sector plays a central and pivotal role within global and local economies – accounting for a major portion of the world’s total wealth and estimated at nearly four times world GDP. This course is a highly specialised and advanced finance course that will equip you with the knowledge, expertise and personals skills necessary to embark on a career in real estate investment. It adopts a cross-disciplinary and multidimensional approach, covering a breadth of issues that provide you with a holistic, global view and empower you to excel as a professional in this field. You’ll cover a breadth of issues (real estate investment, finance, asset valuation and the principles of portfolio optimisation across assets – including alternative investments) and you’ll critically discuss and reflect on the performance of markets in different contexts, examine valuation methods, explore analytics and quantitative methods and learn how to manage active portfolios. Classes are designed to simulate a real-life experience of the real estate investment industry. You’ll work with industry experts and live data using the Refinitiv Eikon platform (among others) – gaining analytic research skills, exploring current financial issues, discussing contrasting perspectives and developing new ways of interpreting data and formulating strategies. You’ll gain a spirit of intellectual curiosity and continual self-development, as well as developing your rational, emotional and social intelligence – enabling you to think and perform strategically when under pressure by estimating risk, maximising return and acting ethically. Graduate business-ready Studying in London, you’ll have access to financial networks, banking organisations and high-net-worth clients, as well as workshops and industry speakers – exposing you to new insights. You’ll graduate with the skills needed to trade, finance, invest in and manage real estate wealth effectively – making successful financial and managerial decisions. You’ll also understand the wider financial industry and work across international markets. This course is also accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and, upon completion, you’ll receive a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice alongside your degree.
Modules
Core modules Corporate Finance Financial Statements Analysis & Valuation Investments and Portfolio Management Quantitative Research Methods for Finance Financial Econometrics International Finance & Economics Real Estate Business Environment Real Estate Finance and Investment Dissertation
Assessment method
At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a dynamic, supportive and collaborative environment with interactive classes, industry opportunities, specialist facilities and tailored careers advice – ensuring you develop the skills, experience and confidence to progress into industry with confidence. You’ll pair academic knowledge with hands-on experiences – exploring current issues and proposing solutions to real challenges. Classes incorporate: Seminars and lectures Practical workshops and simulations Industry masterclasses Group work, research, presentations Case preparation Live briefs and consultancy work Industry placements You’ll create strategies and plans, analyse data, develop multimedia assets, work together on pitches and case studies – with access to specialist technological equipment: Thomson Reuters Eikon Terminals Bloomberg L.P Terminals Datastream including Worldscope databases A dedicated trading simulation room Based in London, you'll also have opportunities to meet employers through guest lectures, live briefs, field trips and industry visits – giving you insights into the world of business and enabling you to put theory into practice. Contact hours 14 hours per week of timetabled classes. Teaching staff You'll be taught by financial leaders and research-active academics who are active members of professional bodies such the CFA, ACCA and CMI. Their knowledge and experience ensure your classes are shaped by the latest trends. Their knowledge and experience ensure classes are always shaped by the latest technologies and trends. You’ll also: Attend guest lectures with leading businesses and brands Be allocated an Academic Advisor, who you’ll meet with regularly on a one-to-one basis Independent learning Throughout your time at Regent’s, you'll be expected to undertake extra reading, research, revision and reflection – working alone and collaboratively with classmates. Method of assessment Your knowledge and skills will be assessed via a range of task-based projects, reports, campaigns, data collection, briefs and more – ensuring your learning is always: Inclusive – fostering a student-focused approach Engaging – encouraging interaction and participation Authentic – based on real business challenges
Entry requirements
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications: Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must: Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree You'll need to provide us with: Your current CV A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service A headed reference letter A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only. For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page https://www.regents.ac.uk/admissions/international/international-students English language requirements Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent): GSCE English at C (4) IB SL or HL English A at 4 IB HL English B at 5 US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country), Grade 11 and above in English at C IELTS Overall score of 6.5, with 5.5 or above in each component UG degree From English-speaking countries – defined by the UKVI - Second class Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests. We also offer conditional students a free, online diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This must be booked in advance -https://www.regents.ac.uk/english/regents-english-proficiency-test-rept US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* Grade 11 and above in English C IELTS* Academic Overall score of 6.5, with 5.5 or above in each component UG degree From English-speaking countries – defined by the UKVI Second class
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £28750 | Whole course |
| EU | £28750 | Whole course |
| International | £28750 | Whole course |
| England | £28750 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £28750 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £28750 | Whole course |
| Wales | £28750 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £28750 | Whole course |
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
Non-refundable advance deposit
Home/EU students: £1,500
Non-EU students: £5,000
Provider information
Regent's University London
Inner Circle
Regent's Park
Westminster
NW1 4NS