Real Estate Surveying

Real estate surveying is the professional discipline concerned with the valuation, management, investment and development of land and property. Property is one of the largest asset classes in the world, and professionals who understand how real estate markets work, how assets are valued and how developments are appraised and managed are in demand across a wide range of organisations, from investment funds and property companies to local authorities and housing associations. At Edinburgh Napier University, this part-time programme includes a sandwich placement year, a year abroad and a work placement, combining professional and international experience with academic rigour.

You will study property valuation, real estate investment analysis, property law and management, planning and development, building technology, sustainability and the commercial and financial frameworks within which property decisions are made. The programme develops both the technical skills of the surveying profession and the commercial judgement needed to advise clients and manage assets effectively in a dynamic market. Part-time study allows you to develop your professional experience alongside your academic learning, and many students are already working in property or a related field.

Graduates typically work towards chartered membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), which is the leading professional body in real estate, and this degree provides a strong foundation for the Assessment of Professional Competence. Career opportunities span property investment, commercial agency, development, asset management, valuation, property finance and the public sector, with significant demand from pension funds, investment managers, property companies, banks, local authorities and housing organisations. The combination of placement experience, international exposure and part-time study makes this a particularly practical and accessible route into a well-paid and respected profession.