Master of Science - Real Estate Development

Program Description

Informed by extensive commercial and professional partnerships within the property sector, this practical Master’s course will prepare students to adapt and excel within the complex and ever-changing real estate market – from valuation and appraisal to the strategic management and development of commercial and residential property assets. 

Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), it aims to provide a challenging, stimulating and professionally relevant course of study that is directly related to the valuation, management and development of real estate property. Capitalising on excellent industry contacts, course content is informed by leading firms such as Barratt Homes and British Land, as well as Savills and Cushman and Wakefield, who regularly send their staff to train with the University of Westminster.

Taught by staff who will share their own experiences as surveyors and planners, students will gain a detailed understanding of the property development and appraisal process, encompassing the financial, physical, legal and social aspects. They will also develop the latest management skills and techniques to successfully deliver projects to meet client expectations taking account of any external constraints.