Construction and the Built Environment blog
Meet the Technicians
We’re committed to providing you with support throughout your degree. Our experienced technicians provide hands on assi...
Student support during your built environment degree
Find out about the support we offer you during your degree.
Drivers of Change Podcast
Silvia Gullino, Associate Professor in City Making has created a six series podcast called 'Drivers of Change' to highl...
Seven reasons to study a degree in STEM
We explore reasons why you should consider studying a STEM related degree with us.
The future of town planning
What will be the role of planners in changing the way we live in the future?
What can I do with a Built Environment degree?
If you are interested in creating and transforming places for communities and businesses to thrive, as well as shaping ...
Shaping urban landscapes with ‘Placemaking’
Professor of Real Estate, David Higgins, tells us more about Placemaking and its significance for the design of modern ...
Why you should study the Built Environment in Birmingham?
There has never been a better time to study construction, surveying and property courses in Birmingham due to the burge...
Conversion courses
Whether you’re looking to change career, explore a new subject area or upskill in a new field of study, we offer a rang...
Profile of former Real Estate student
Former BSc Real Estate student, Tsvetomira Vincent, graduated from BCU in 2019. Tsvetomira has since secured a role as ...
Five reasons why Real Estate is a great career
Phil Villars is the Head of Planning and Environment at WSP, a global company advising clients on Transportation and I...
The Built Environment then and now
Studying one of our degrees in the Built Environment will put you in good stead to work on an abundance of exciting l...
Find the perfect Built Environment course for you
Are you considering a career in the Built Environment, but unsure which course to study? There’s some courses that you...
Students and industry planning for a brighter future together
Read our blog on the industry meet and greet event for Real Estate and Planning students.
My first year at BCU
Quantity Surveying student Katie shares her experiences from her first year at university.