BSc (Hons) Building Surveying
Introduction
This programme offers strong academic and tutoring supports with 50-60 contact hours per module, and provides you with a route to becoming a full member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). It involves the identification, analysis, evaluation and subsequent solving of problems associated with the technological, economic and legal issues encountered in the field of building surveying.
Programme Features
Learning support
Intensive academic tutoring support for each module
Professional recognition
This programme is accredited by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Modules
- Maintenance Management
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This module provides an analytical approach to non-compliance of performance, and recognise the limitations set by the structure of new and existing buildings and services systems, whilst placing the area of technology in the context of management, diagnostic appraisal and technical actions such as remedial treatment, replacement or reuse.
- Facilities Management (CEF Module)
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(CEF code: 31Z121431)
The module aims to acquaint students with the various facets of facilities management. Students will consider the role of the building professional within a corporate environment with a view to developing an awareness of the interaction and effect of the individual non-core activities on corporate achievement.
- Building Conservation
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The module aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of conservation in the historic built environment through exploring the principles, legislative framework, policy issues and philosophies relating to building conservation, all in the broader context of achieving sustainable development.
- Project Analysis and Appraisal (CEF Module)
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(CEF code: 31Z121458)
This module is designed to equip students with the overall concept of “a project” by considering its phases and constituent parts from inception to completion. The analysis and appraisal of the project will be considered in relation to the four aspects of Whole Life-Cycle Appraisal and in relation to new-build, refurbishment and regeneration projects.
- Professional Practice – BS (CEF Module)
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(CEF code: 31Z12144A)
The module develops students’ concepts of Building Pathology combined with building performance and the appraisal of remedial and design solutions to the degradation processes. It will also be used to develop their understanding of essential practice-relevant issues such as awareness of the requirements of codes of professional conduct and ethics and the fundamentals of practice management.
- Dissertation / Project
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On an individual basis the student will be required to carry out an in-depth study involving theoretical, experimental or investigative analysis, or a combination of these, in the context of a critical review of an aspect of construction and/or the built or natural environment.
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund. The mother course (BSc (Hons) Building Surveying) of this module is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 5).
Assessment
Coursework, unseen examination, project work and dissertation/project
Professional Recognition
This programme is accredited by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) |
QF Level
QF Level : Level 5 |
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Importance of choosing a non-local top-up with QF Level 5Employment
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Entry RequirementsHolders of a VTC Higher Diploma (HD) from one of the following programmes:
OR Holders of Higher Diploma or Associate Degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant Engineering area from a recognised tertiary education will also be considered. |
English Proficiency Requirements
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Fees
- Application Fee : HK$200 (No application fee before the deadline!)
- Registration Fee : HK$3,500
- Tuition Fee : HK$87,880 by 3 instalments
Scholarships
A variety of attractive scholarships are available to current and graduating SHAPE students.
Financial Aids
The following HKSAR Government financial assistance schemes are available to eligible students who pursue this programme at SHAPE:
For details including eligibility and subsidy amount, please refer to the hyperlink of each scheme.
* Please refer to the Programme Content section of this programme for the reimbursable courses under the CEF
Career Prospects
Our graduates are employed in various fields relevant to their study, such as building maintenance and refurbishment, building control and property management.
Further Studies
Having been recognised at QF Level 5, this top-up degree programme meets the standard of locally-accredited bachelor's degree programmes. Upon graduation, students can pursue their further studies at Master’s degree level in Hong Kong or Overseas.
Graduation Ceremony
Enquiries
Programme Coordinator |
Sr Fiona Kan |
Tel. no. |
2835 4816 |
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Deputy Programme Coordinator |
Dr. Huang Hongwei |
Tel. no. |
2436 8510 |
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zoehhw@vtc.edu.hk |
General Enquires |
Ms. Queenie Lam |
Tel. no. |
2436 8600 |
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