Free Level 6 Chartered Building Surveyor Course in Preston

CostFREE
Duration5 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start23 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free Chartered Building Surveyor Level 6 in Preston. Classes run at University of Lancashire Preston Campus. You earn while you learn, spending time at work and in the classroom.

The course covers building surveying principles and practice. You'll learn how to manage construction projects, handle planning applications, and advise on property and building legislation. It's a full-time, daytime programme. Some lecturers hold RICS assessor status, which can help you prepare for professional assessment after you graduate.

You'll finish with a Level 6 Building Surveyor qualification.

Who this course is for

We are looking for able and motivated, high-calibre students from within UK or overseas. This course will equip you with a thorough understanding of building surveying principles and practices. Building Surveyors provide professional advice and recommendations to clients relating to land, property or construction.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles and practices of building surveying.
  • You'll develop skills in managing construction projects on time and on budget.
  • You'll learn how to handle planning applications.
  • You'll advise clients on property and building legislation.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience working on real construction projects.
  • You'll build knowledge to support your employer's interests and your own career.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and work-based experience. The programme is delivered in person at the Preston campus. You'll work with commercial partners on live projects. Assessment builds toward the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence, which you'll complete after graduation.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University of Lancashire Preston Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Building surveyor, advises clients on property and construction projects.
  • Project manager, oversees construction programmes from start to finish.
  • Planning consultant, guides clients through planning applications and approvals.
  • Property consultant, provides professional advice on land and buildings.
  • Quantity surveyor, manages costs and budgets on construction schemes.

What you could study next

  • RICS Assessment of Professional Competence, the step to becoming a chartered surveyor after graduation.
  • Postgraduate study in construction law or project management, for those wanting to specialise further.
  • RICS membership, the professional standard recognised by employers across the built environment sector.

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