Taught course

Real Estate

Institution
University of Glasgow · School of Social and Political Sciences
Qualifications
PGCert

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject.

We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent.

Relevant work experience may also be considered. Please upload a CV and a reference.

If your qualification is below 2:1, you are required to complete a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow - see link below.

If you require a Student Visa to study in the UK, please be aware that due to immigration rules that do not permit changing to a longer programme, it is not possible to progress onto any Masters programme after commencing the PgCert. This programme does not give eligibility for the Graduate Route. If you wish to study a full-time Masters degree, please apply directly to the Real Estate MSc or City Planning & Real Estate MSc.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The programme provides you with a comprehensive and professionally-focused overview of the real estate industry. If you are already in real estate and want to extend your knowledge and understanding of the industry through reflective and structured Continuing Professional Development (CPD) learning, this programme is for you.

Why this programme

  • There is significant input from industry to our teaching programme, including teaching on some courses, guest lectures and seminars. There are also informal opportunities to meet people from industry at open events and recruitment presentations.
  • You can gain this qualification in a manner that works best with your professional commitments, either through eight months of full-time study or on a modular basis over two years.
  • An optional field trip to London will provide you with an insight into the complex socio-economic dynamics of city building and design through visits to high profile real estate, planning and regeneration projects. You will have the opportunity to both meet and speak with senior industry professionals and policymakers involved in the delivery of major urban developments. Past trips have included visits to The Shard, Olympic Park, Crossrail, Battersea Power Station.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGCert
    full time
    9 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    flexible
    upto 48 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Admissions
Email
socpol-student-recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk