Stage 1: University Foundation

Location

PUIC at Plymouth University

Modules

• Practical Methods in Science and Technology

  This module has been designed to benchmark and satisfy the transfer criteria with regard to student communication and learning skills competency, and to provide an understanding of scientific methods.

  How will I be assessed? Literature Review, Power Point Presentation, Written Report.

• Business Studies

  This module will explain some of the fundamental aspects of business and the business and enterprise process to students.

  How will I be assessed? Mid-Term Test, Portfolio, Final Examination

• Chemistry

  This module has been designed to present some of the fundamental aspects of biology and biological processes and to provide students with an appreciation of the knowledge and skills needed to apply these techniques.

  How will I be assessed? Mid-term test, Coursework assignment, In-class test, Final Examination.

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

  This module will develop a range of academic and communicative skills necessary for successful study and develop a range of transferable communicative skills (written and oral) to prepare students for professional life.

  . How will I be assessed? Oral Presentation, Group Presentation, Listening Assessment, Portfolio, Final Examination.

• Numerical Techniques 1

  This module has been designed to present some of the fundamental aspects of numerical processes and their business application, and to provide students with an appreciation of the mathematical and numerical knowledge and skills needed to run a business.

  How will I be assessed? Mid-Term Test, Final Examination

• Numerical Techniques 2

  This module has been designed to provide the basis to further study of matrices, vectors, discrete mathematics and algebraic laws and logics.

  How will I be assessed? Mid-Term Test, Final Examination

• Physics 1

  This module has been designed to provide the basis to further study of natural laws and enhance conceptual thinking.

  How will I be assessed? Mid-Term Test, Presentation, Final Examination

• Principles of ICT

  This module will deliver an accurate snapshot of the state of ICT as it exists currently, as well as to equip the student with a useful set of skills in the use of common productivity software and Internet based applications.

  How will I be assessed? Power Point Presentation, Word Essay & Practical portfolio, Excel Essay & Practical portfolio, Final Examination.

Stage 2: First Year Degree in Building Surveying and Construction

Location

PUIC at Plymouth University

Stage 3: Second Year Degree

Location

Plymouth University

Stage 4: Final Year Degree

Location

Plymouth University

Please note: First, Second and Final Year modules differ depending on the pathway, you can find out more about them on the Plymouth University website by clicking the links below:

Plymouth University degree pathways

• BSc (Hons) Building Surveying and the Environment
• BSc (Hons) Construction Management and the Environment

Popular Careers

Employment and career options:

Potential careers in: Environmental consulting; environmental protection; surveying and planning; project management; construction industry.

Employers of previous Plymouth University graduates have included: BAM Construction, ISG Construction, Leadbitter, MIDAS, Faithful and Gould, EC Harris, Sweett Group, Houses of Parliament.

Average Starting Salaries:

According to The Complete University Guide, average graduate starting salaries for Building are £22,341.