Subject

Architecture, Property and Surveying

Develop skills in the art and science of designing, constructing and managing the built environment

Undergraduate Courses
Postgraduate Courses
Postgraduate Research

Undergraduate courses

Architecture BA (Hons) Accredited	Accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), this course has an established international reputation for excellence
Civil Engineering MEng Accredited	Develop creative, practical and theoretical skills for the construction industry through our reputable civil engineering courses (includes Chartered Engineer status on graduation)
Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) Accredited	Develop creative, practical and theoretical skills for the construction industry through our reputable civil engineering courses
Construction Engineering Management BEng (Hons) Accredited	An accredited course covering all construction and project management processes for the engineering profession
Interior Design BA (Hons)	A course for those with innovative creativity and imagination, with a vital focus on professional practice for interior design
Property Development BSc (Hons) Accredited	A Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)-accredited course reflecting the modern and diverse nature of property development in order to produce skilled property professionals
Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Accredited	A course providing the combined expertise of a quantity surveyor - a profession that is in growing demand both at home and overseas

Postgraduate courses

Civil Engineering MSc Accredited	An accredited course providing in-depth knowledge and professional technical abilities to become a fully qualified civil engineer
Civil Engineering with Environmental Engineering MSc Accredited	A multi-disciplinary course with a focus on the environmental aspects of civil engineering and environmentally sustainable solutions for the construction industry
Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Engineering MSc Accredited	A course providing specialist geotechnical knowledge and technical skills for the civil engineering and construction industries
Civil Engineering with Structural Engineering MSc Accredited	An accredited and combined course providing specialist insight into the current design and construction practices for structural engineering works
Construction Project Management MSc Accredited	An accredited course for construction professionals to develop their understanding of project management and procurement issues
Final Examination in Professional Practice (Part 3) Architecture No award	A part-time, professional course covering current practice issues and topics, and leading to the final stage of architectural qualification
Historic Building Conservation MSc Accredited	An accredited course producing conservation specialists for the effective maintenance and management of historic sites
Interior Design MA	A creative and professional course for those who wish to specialise in twenty-first century interior design
Master of Architecture MArch Accredited	A RIBA-accredited course with a reputation for producing outstanding, diverse and innovative professionals in architecture
Professional Practice - Architecture MA	A part-time course covering current practice and project management issues of the architectural profession
Property Development MSc Accredited	As one of the longest established Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)-accredited centres in the UK, this course provides thorough preparation for roles in the property sector
Quantity Surveying MSc Accredited	As one of the longest established Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited centres in the UK, this course has a strong reputation for producing highly skilled quantity surveyors
Sustainable Architecture MA	A course providing contemporary specialist skills in the field of environmental sustainability for architecture design
Urban Design MA	A creative and forward-thinking course for those who wish to specialise in the design of a sustainable urban environment

Postgraduate Research

The University of Portsmouth supports an extensive amount of research investigation in the fields of Architecture, Property and Surveying. Recent research has specialised in practical, career beneficial areas including urban design, regeneration, interior design practise, environmental technology and management, materials, structures and geotechnics, construction management and surveying.

Collaborative research is undertaken across different Schools and Faculties. In addition to this, the University works closely with external academic and commercial groups to investigate innovative research and development connected to the subject areas. The majority of our academics have practised in their specialist areas, and some continue to combine practice with teaching, bringing students the joint benefit of their theoretical knowledge and practical, real life experiences. Thus ensuring that the research compiled and academic support is reflective, and relevant, to the current and future needs of the industry.

We welcome PhD research applications from anyone who has an interest in any of the areas above. Please contact us by email to discuss your research ideas and research proposals.

Graduate School

The University of Portsmouth Graduate School is a dedicated centre for all postgraduate research students and supervisors. It supports, administers and coordinates training for the MPhil, PhD, and Professional Doctorate programmes. We have a dynamic population of over 600 research students, including many international students, who form an essential and valued part of the of the University’s research culture.

The Graduate School is here to guide you through the necessary steps to becoming a postgraduate research student. A good starting point is to look at the different research degree options we offer and then to consider the research degree areas we can supervise.

If you have any questions about studying for a research degree at the University of Portsmouth, please complete our enquiry form and read more about how to apply.