Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dundalk Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Building Surveying

Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland

Course Overview

The overarching goal of this course is to cultivate graduates with the proficiency and qualifications required for entry into building surveying practice, enabling them to offer a professional and comprehensive building surveying service. The course is specifically designed to elevate each student's competence and confidence, empowering them to actively and effectively assume responsibility for making critical judgments and decisions inherent to the practice of building surveying. The primary focus revolves around the evaluation and optimization of building performance in real-world usage scenarios. Key Objectives of the Course: Professional Competence: Equip graduates with the necessary knowledge, understanding, and expertise to meet the professional standards essential for building surveying practice. Comprehensive Disciplinary Knowledge: Provide a well-rounded and in-depth understanding of various disciplines relevant to building surveying, ensuring graduates are adept in addressing diverse challenges within the field. Building Surveying Service: Train students to offer a professional building surveying service by integrating theoretical concepts with practical applications. This includes hands-on experience and exposure to real-world scenarios. Confidence Building: Enhance each student's confidence, enabling them to tackle complex situations and scenarios commonly encountered in building surveying practice. Judgment and Decision-Making: Develop the capability to make informed and effective judgments and decisions pertinent to building surveying. This encompasses evaluating and optimizing building performance in various usage contexts. Responsibility in Practice: Foster a sense of responsibility among students, encouraging them to take an active role in the decision-making processes that significantly impact building surveying outcomes. Real-World Application: Emphasize the practical application of knowledge, ensuring that graduates are not only theoretically grounded but also adept at translating their understanding into actionable solutions in real-world settings. Evaluation of Building Performance: Special attention is given to the critical aspects of building performance, and students are trained to evaluate and optimize these performances based on industry best practices. By addressing these key objectives, the course aims to produce graduates who are not only academically proficient but also well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to the field of building surveying. The emphasis on practical application, responsibility in decision-making, and the optimization of building performance positions graduates to make valuable contributions in the professional realm upon completion of the course.

Course Type
PG
Course Nature
Full Time
Course Duration
1 Year
Total Fee
€14000
Intake
September 2024
Language Proficiency

Under Graduation: 60%  

IELTS: 6.5

Documents Required
  • 10TH
  • 12TH
  • DEGREE
  • DEGREE PROVISSIONAL CERTIFICATE
  • Degree Consolidated Marksheet
  • Degree Individual Marksheet
  • PASSPORT
  • LOR 1
  • LOR 2
  • CV
  • IELTS
  • SOP
  • EXPERIANCE CERTIFICATES
University
Dundalk Institute of Technology
University Details


Syllabus

Stage 1 / Semester 1:

  1. Building Appraisal (BDLU E9Z01) - Mandatory

    • Principles of Building Appraisal
    • Inspection and Assessment Techniques
    • Report Writing and Documentation
  2. Law and Practice for the Built Environment (BDLU E9Z02) - Mandatory

    • Legal Frameworks in the Built Environment
    • Contracts and Dispute Resolution
    • Professional Ethics in Building Surveying
  3. Research Studies (RESA E9006) - Mandatory

    • Introduction to Research Methodologies
    • Literature Review and Critical Analysis
    • Research Proposal Development
  4. Sustainable Construction Technology (BDLU E9Z03) - Mandatory

    • Green Building Technologies
    • Sustainable Materials and Practices
    • Environmental Impact Assessment

Stage 1 / Semester 2:

  1. BIM Management (BDLU E9Z06) - Mandatory

    • Building Information Modeling (BIM) Principles
    • BIM Implementation in Building Surveying
    • Collaborative Project Management with BIM
  2. Building Maintenance and Renewal (BDLU E9Z04) - Mandatory

    • Maintenance Strategies and Planning
    • Building Rehabilitation and Renewal
    • Life Cycle Assessment in Building Maintenance
  3. Research Project/Dissertation (RESA E9007) - Mandatory

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