Postgraduate Architecture Guide for Robert Gordon University

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ARCHITECTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENTPOSTGRADUATE GUIDE

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ARCHITECTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

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Scottish University of the Year*

A flourishing reputation for INNOVATIVE research, StUDENT-CENTRIC APPROACH, STRONG INDUSTRY LINKs AND AN EXCEPTIONAL GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT RECORD sets it apart from its peers. ITS GRADUATES GAIN THE ADVANTAGE IN THEIR CAREER.*Sunday Times University Guide 2011

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FULL COURSE LISTINGABERDEEN BUSINESS SCHOOLACCOUNTING AND FINANCEAccounting and Finance

Financial Management

Oil and Gas Accounting

Communication, Marketing and MediaCorporate Communication and Public Affairs

Fashion Management

International Marketing Management

Journalism

Information ManagementGraduate Certificate Information Studies

Information and Library Studies

Information Management

MBA Information Management

LawConstruction Law and Arbitration

Diploma in Legal Practice

Employment Law and Practice

International Commercial Law

International Trade

Oil and Gas Law

ManagementGraduate Certificate Management Studies

Graduate Certificate Project Management

Energy Management

Fashion Management

Financial Management

Health, Safety and Risk Management

Human Resource Management

International Business

International Marketing Management

International Tourism and Hospitality Management

International Trade

Management

Master of Business Administration

Master of Public Administration

MBA Information Management

MBA Oil and Gas Management

Project Management

Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Quality Management

FACULTY OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGYArchitecture and Built EnvironmentGraduate Diploma in Surveying

Advanced Architectural Studies

Architectural Studies

Construction Project Management

Design Management

MArch part2

Property Development

ComputingInformation Engineering

Information Engineering with Network Management

IT Management

Software Technology

Software Technology with Network Management

EngineeringAsset Integrity Management

Communications and Computer Network Engineering

Drilling and Well Engineering

Offshore Renewables

Oil and Gas Engineering

Petroleum Production Engineering

Subsea Engineering

GRAY’S SCHOOL OF ARTFine Art

Design

FACULTY OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CAREApplied Social Studies Corporate Social Responsibility and Energy

Social Work

Health SciencesGraduate Certificate Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Graduate Certificate Computed Tomography

Clinical Biomechanics

Health Improvement and Health Promotion

Physiotherapy (pre-registration)

Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration)

Radiographic Studies (DipHE)

Sports Biomechanics

Nursing and MidwiferyAdvanced Clinical Practice

Clinical Practice

Community Health

Nursing

Occupational Health Practice

Pharmacy and Life Sciences Clinical Pharmacy Practice

Instrumental Analytical Sciences DNA Analysis, Proteomics and Metabolomics

Instrumental Analytical Sciences Drug Analysis and Toxicology

Instrumental Analytical Sciences Environmental Analysis

Advanced Pharmacy Practice

CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONWelcome 3 Why study A Postgraduate course? 4 THE SCOTT SUTHERLAND SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 7 YOUR Career options 14 YOUR Careers centre 16 Professional Development 18 After you leave 21

COURSESOUR COURSES IN ARCHITECTURE 22 STUDY OPTIONS 23, 33 OUR COURSES IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 32 Module glossary 44

FURTHER INFORMATIONHow to apply 49 FEES AND FUNDING 50 Research 52 Student support 53 ACCOMMODATION 54 LOCATION 56 Index 58

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The Scott Sutherland School is home to approximately 500 students. The scale of the school helps to create a good relationship between staff and students – our students are not anonymous faces, but are individuals WHO the staff get to know quickly. Our staff are approachable and we aim to offer an environment which is supportive to all students and which allows you to realise your full potential.

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WELCOMEto the Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and THE Built Environment

The Scott Sutherland School is unique in Scotland in offering Architecture and Built Environment courses in one multidisciplinary School, bringing together the key subject areas of architecture, construction, property and surveying.

We offer a range of professionally relevant postgraduate courses in these areas, underpinned by leading-edge research and delivered in a supportive learning environment.

We appreciate that the decision to study for a postgraduate qualification is a major one. Whether you are a recent graduate seeking to specialise, or an experienced professional wishing to update your knowledge and skills, you can be certain that by studying with us you are making a career-enhancing decision.

We look forward to welcoming you to our School.

Professor John Watson Dean, Faculty of Design and Technology

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WHY STUDY A POSTGRADUATE COURSE?

WHY STUDY AT ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY?

A clear futureWe take the needs of students and industry and provide a clear and reputable link between study and career development.

Engaging with employersWe work closely with employers at every stage to ensure our courses prepare you for the professional world; from course development and accreditation to guest speakers and placements.

A commitment to studentsOur student-centric approach and reputation means that students invest in us time and again to assist them on their way to their chosen career.

Track record Awarded Scottish University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2011

Rated best modern university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2011

Rated top modern university in the UK in The Times Good University Guide 2011

An inspirational environmentIn the past decade, the University has invested more than £100 million to improve its facilities, and intends to make the Garthdee site ‘the best riverside campus in Europe’. The Guardian (12 May 2009)

ResearchOur research success is just as impressive, with the Scottish Funding Council announcing that the University’s research grant funding has been increased by 99% to £2.7m for 2009/2010 – the highest of any Scottish university.

There has never been a better time to embark on a postgraduate course. Whether you have recently graduated, or are looking to gain professional accreditation, retrain or develop your CPD, developing your knowledge and expertise within a specific field will increase your employability within the current competitive jobs market.

WHAT TO CONSIDER

There are many reasons why you may be attracted to postgraduate study and there are a number of things you should consider whilst investigating your options. These reasons will vary from person to person, however it is important to have a clear goal in mind before committing yourself to any course.

Economic effectsPressure on the jobs market means graduates now face the difficult process of job hunting within a very competitive environment. This has created the perfect opportunity to undertake further training and experience through a postgraduate degree, developing your knowledge and abilities within a given industry.

Building your brandDeveloping your skills set and knowledge demonstrates a high level of dedication to prospective employers. Recruiters are also keen to see transferable skills gained through study and placements as these allow you to integrate well and hit the ground running.

Continuing Professional DevelopmentLifelong learning is now considered to be an integral part of your own personal development, allowing you to keep abreast of innovations within your own profession and giving you the flexibility to change career paths when required.

Retooling for a new careerPlanning a change of direction into a new career can be an exciting but challenging process. Some career changes will be relatively easy to achieve and others may require acquiring new skills and knowledge.

POSTGRADUATE OPEN EVENINGS

These events give you the opportunity to speak directly with Course Leaders, see the campus and our facilities and ask any questions you may have regarding finance or your application.

For more information on forthcoming Open Evenings visit www.rgu.ac.uk/openevening

PRESSURE ON THE JOBS MARKET MEANS GRADUATES NOW FACE THE DIFFICULT PROCESS OF JOB HUNTING WITHIN A VERY COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT. THIS HAS CREATED THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO UNDERTAKE FURTHER TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE THROUGH A POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATION.

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REPUTATION

Within the world of design and construction, many professions work side by side, sharing expertise and creativity in pursuit of design excellence and a quality environment in which to live and work. Our approach reflects this reality; we are unique in Scotland in offering both architecture and built environment courses in one multidisciplinary School.

We pride ourselves on delivering professionally relevant courses, and our range of postgraduate courses reflects the specialist knowledge required in today’s competitive jobs market.

Our strong links to the architecture and construction industry enable us to offer career enhancing postgraduate qualifications that ensure, when you graduate, you are fully equipped to meet the needs of your future employers.

STRONG INDUSTRY LINKS

Our team of academic staff includes architects, surveyors and building professionals, all with first-class professional and industrial experience. A number have won awards, or have had their work published at an international level. Their teaching is supplemented by visiting professors, including practising architects and built environment professionals.

PROFESSIONAL, ACCREDITED COURSES

Many of our courses are accredited by the key professional bodies. In many cases completion of these courses can offer you a route to Chartered or Registered status and may grant you exemption from certain professional examinations. Please see individual course pages for full information.

RIBA Royal Institute of British Architects

ARB Architects Registration Board

RICS Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

ABE The Association of Building Engineers

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LEADING-EDGE RESEARCH

The School is active in multidisciplinary research, and includes PhD studies within the fields of architectural theory, CAD and BIM, built heritage, project management, facilities management and architectural technology.

In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, 60% of work within the school was judged to be international level, with a further 10% deemed to be world leading.

Environments for People Research in the department is contained within the Environments for People research centre, which undertakes internationally recognised work in thematic areas including design evaluation, project processes and performance, sustainability and education.

For more information on our research, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/sss/research

SUPPORTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Whether you are studying with us full-time or as an online distance learner, we pride ourselves on providing you with a supportive educational experience. You are assigned a personal tutor to act as your main point of contact throughout your studies.

The fully-equipped Georgina Scott Sutherland library is located in the neighbouring Aberdeen Business School. You may also wish to join one of our School’s student societies, the Construction Project Management Society and 5710.

On-campus students will benefit from our impressive and inspiring location on the banks of the River Dee. Our School boasts excellent facilities including IT suites and purpose-built studio space.

ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING

Online distance learning studies can be tailored to fit in with your lifestyle and work commitments. We offer flexible delivery that allows you to work at a pace to suit you, whether one-year fast track or over three years part-time.

Study is via our virtual learning environment, Campus Moodle. Tutor support is available via phone, email and instant messenger.

You will also have access to ejournals, online forums and chat sessions with fellow students. Assessment is via coursework, rather than by exams. ODL studies are practical in their focus, often case-study based, allowing you to apply your knowledge. This may often include virtual groupwork.

INDUSTRY PARTICIPATION

In addition to the professional experience of the School’s staff, we also have a number of relationships within both the architectural and built environment industries, allowing us to provide you with additional expert support throughout your course.

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OUR RELENTLESS FOCUS ON PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION MEANS OUR GRADUATES ARE NOT JUST READY TO WORK, BUT ARE ALSO EQUIPPED TO MAKE AN ENDURING AND VALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO INDUSTRY AND THE PROFESSIONS ON A REGIONAL, NATIONAL AND GLOBAL SCALE.


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We regularly invite guestS TO lecture on topical issues relating to the industry, providinG up-to-date knowledge and networking opportunities. Every year we ALSO invite renowned professional Architects who work closely with our staff and students within the Architecture courses.

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BUILT ENVIRONMENT GUEST SPEAKERS

We regularly invite experts from industry to provide guest lectures on topical issues relating to the industry or a specific subject area. This provides students with both up-to-date knowledge and networking opportunities. Previous guest speakers include:

Laing O’Rourke – 9 Dimensional Design Laing O’Rourke is the largest privately owned construction solutions provider in the UK. The business is made up of a range of engineering, construction and specialist services companies, which combine to provide prestigious clients with a comprehensive investment, development and management capability.

Laing O’Rourke provided the annual postgraduate induction lecture, a formalised introduction to the construction industry which used case studies of complex projects to enlighten students to the multi-dimensional needs of the design and construction processes. They utilise IT tools in order to collaborate with all project designers to ensure the delivery of quality projects on time and to budget.

Miller Developments – Union Square Development Miller Developments, a division of the Miller Group, is one of the UK’s leading and most admired property development companies. With national and overseas offices, they deal with large scale property development programmes throughout mainland Europe and the UK. Miller completed the £130m shopping and leisure complex, Union Square and presented a detailed case study of this project.

The Miller team discussed the site and locational perspectives as well as the sustainability of their entire project delivery systems. The contract procurement and client relationship with Hammerson, one of the UK and Europe’s biggest retail developers, was discussed along with the necessary adaptation and design management issues required in order to secure key anchor tenants.

VISITING ARCHITECTURE PROFESSORS

Every year we invite renowned professional architects who work closely with our staff and students through the allocated studio time within the architecture courses. Previous visiting architects include:

Professor Dunlop Professor Alan Dunlop is a Fellow of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS).

He is widely published in the architectural press and in national broadsheets and is an established commentator on architecture, design and social issues on television and radio. His drawings have been exhibited at the Royal Academy in London and at the Royal Scottish Academy.

Professor Gillespie Professor Neil Gillespie is Design Director of Reiach and Hall, one of Scotland’s most successful design-led practices. The practice has won a wide range of awards for a range of buildings including hospitals, schools and housing.

One of the practice’s most modest buildings – The Pier Arts Gallery in Stromness – picked up more than a dozen awards including a Europa Nostra Award 2009, RIBA National Award 2008 and the RIAS Andrew Doolan Award for Architecture: Best Building in Scotland 2007.

Professor Deveci Professor Gokay Deveci is a chartered architect able to draw on a wide range of experience from private practice. His main contribution to research has been in the field of innovative housing design, especially relating to low-cost solutions that use appropriate technology and building materials.

His projects have won a series of design awards and he is an expert member of European TASK 28: Sustainable Solar Housing, where he represents Scotland. He is also accredited in ‘Sustainable Design’, with specific innovation and research achievement by the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS).

PROFESSIONAL PARTNERS

THE INTIMATE NATURE OF OUR School helps forge close relationships between students and staff. approachable design AND constructiON professionals work side by side to share their expertise and creativity – a partnership that is reflected in the breadth of subject areas on offer.


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STAFF

DAVID McCLEAN

Head of School

David McClean was appointed Head of School in 2006, following four years as Associate Head. His main objective is to lead effective integration of the School’s broad range of professional disciplines involved in the design and creation of our built environment. David became a Registered Architect in 1987 and previously worked for the highly regarded practice Cambridge Design, as a project architect. He is currently a director of the Association for Professional Examination in Architecture Scotland Ltd and a director of the Aberdeen City Heritage Trust.

TAHAR KOUIDER

Programme Leader: Architecture Course Leader: Design Management

Tahar is an architect with work experience in both the public sector and private practice in the UK and internationally. His research work includes: thermal comfort and energy efficient building design, sustainable architecture, digital conceptual design, digital design management.

PENNY LEWIS Course Leader: Advanced Architectural Studies, Architectural Studies

Penny Lewis studied architecture and then went on to become an architectural journalist and author. She was the editor of Prospect, the Scottish architectural journal, and she continues to write for national newspapers and architectural journals. She is currently studying towards a PhD, taking a critical look at the subject of sustainability and its impact on design theory.

GERARD BUDA

Postgraduate Programme Leader: Built Environment

Gerard is a chartered building surveyor and has been an active member of RICS since 1984. His research interests include: building surveying; surveying: the opportunities in oil; surveying education 2020; property characteristics; leasehold processes; historic grants management.

GRAHAM CASTLE Course Leader: Graduate Diploma in Surveying

Graham has extensive industrial practical experience having worked in private practice and at a senior level in both central and local government. He has worked as a consultant quantity surveyor, a project manager and a facilities manager. He additionally provides consultancy to industry on information management and information technology in the built environment. Graham is Fellow of the RICS.

DR DAVID MOORE Course Leader: Construction Project Management

David’s research activity covers areas ranging from buildability, through sustainable design and the use of solar technologies, to perception and cognition in a construction industry context. He has also authored and contributed to books covering project management, organisation structures, building production management and construction project management for architects.

DR AMAR BENNADJI Course Leader: Property Development

Amar graduated as an ‘Architecte d’Etat’, Architect of the State. He previously worked with the French Ministry of Finance planning department in the area of asset regeneration and refurbishment. While studying for his MSc and PhD he was involved in urban projects dealing with human comfort in hot climates using thermographic methods. He also has research expertise in energy conservation in extreme climates with particular focus on urban and architectural design strategies.

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Architect Architects work in the construction industry and are involved with designing new buildings, extensions or alterations to existing buildings, or advising on the restoration and conservation of old properties. They can work on individual buildings or on large redevelopment schemes, and can be responsible for the design of the surrounding landscape.

Architects work closely with their client and users to make sure that projected designs match their needs, and are functional, safe and economical. They usually control a project from start to finish and work with a number of construction professionals, including surveyors and engineers, producing drawings and specifications that the construction team works to.

Property DeveloperProperty developers purchase large tracts of land on which they build residential communities, industrial estates, and retail outlets or other commercial structures.Sometimes they buy neglected properties and turn them into modern housing or commercial centres. Developers must be able to recognise the potential of a particular property. Once they select the site for a prospective development, they must secure enough investment to purchase the land and carry out the proposed works.

Property developers collaborate with architects to design the proposed development. The developer is also responsible for hiring contractors to build the development. Upon completion of the construction, either a property broker or the developer’s own organisation puts the houses or other buildings up for sale or lease.

Contracts ManagerWhether they are described as site manager, site agent, contracts manager, building manager or simply construction manager, these professionals are basically responsible for running and managing a construction site or a large part of it. This is a highly regarded, professional position, which can be achieved after several years’ experience in the industry.

The role typically involves preparing the site, developing the programme of work and strategy for making the project happen and liaising with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, buyers, estimators and surveyors before the construction work starts. Specific key tasks include planning the delivery and storage of equipment and materials; making safety inspections of the site when work is underway and ensuring regulations relating to health, safety and the environment (HSE) are adhered to; overseeing the running of several projects; and using construction management software packages to plan smooth work flows.

YOUR CAREER OPTIONSArchitecture is the art and science of designing and constructing a building, or group of buildings and the space within the site surrounding the buildings, that have as their principal purpose human occupancy or use.

Built environment refers to man-made surroundings that provide the setting for human activity, from shelter and buildings to neighbourhoods and cities.

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Construction Project Manager A construction project manager is responsible for overseeing the construction project from start to finish.They perform a key role including project planning, budgeting, identifying resources needed, creating teams, developing objectives and goals of each team member and assigning individual responsibilities.

Construction project managers are also responsible for project accounting functions, which include managing the budget and minimising exposure and risk in the project, ensuring that construction activities move according to a pre-determined schedule.

Design ManagerA design manager coordinates the design process within construction. Those involved in this include architects, consultants and structural engineers. They provide advice, assistance, mentoring and support to the design management staff and monitor their progress.

Design managers work closely with other departmental heads such as the estimating, construction and planning managers to ensure the effective delivery of the design process. Central to this is setting up information control systems that ensure information is received to scheduled dates, is practical for construction purposes and satisfies the contractual obligations on successful bids.

Quantity SurveyorA quantity surveyor manages all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures. Surveyors seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. Many of these are specified by statutory building regulations, which the surveyor needs to understand and adhere to.

A quantity surveyor may work for either the client or the contractor, working in an office or on site. They are involved in a project from the start, preparing estimates and costs of the work. The title of the job may also be referred to as a construction cost consultant or commercial manager.

Property ManagerA property manager is responsible for the management of privately owned property on behalf of the legal owners. This will normally include renting property, negotiating leases, supervising maintenance, and maintaining asset value.

They may also be responsible for advising owners about the local property market to guide their investment decisions.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?This is just a small selection of career opportunities available. Find out more by reading our course details from pages 22 through to 46.

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YOUR CAREERs CentreWe are on hand to help you reach informed decisions regarding your future career, to assist you in achieving your goals and to provide a framework enabling you to cope with subsequent careers decisions.

CV AND APPLICATION FORMS SUPPORT

We support you in understanding how to sell your skills and experiences to employers both in the UK and beyond, ensuring that the information is tailored to the position and sector you are applying to.

INTERVIEW PREPARATION

Within the careers centre we support you in understanding what is expected of you, and the types of questions you may be asked and how to respond professionally. We also offer mock interview sessions.

WHERE ARE THE OPPORTUNITIES

The Graduate Job market can be very daunting, knowing where to look for opportunities and understanding closing dates. We support you by identifying resources (both online and paper, UK and globally) that you can access as well as advertising opportunities through JOBSHOP.

PART-TIME WORK

We understand the need to work part time in order to help finance your studies, enhance your work experience and document your skills. We arrange a part- time Jobs Fair in the first week of teaching in September and provide you access to our online part- time Jobs Portal.

CAREERS FAIRS

We organise two large scale Careers Fairs per year, The RGU Careers Fair in October and the North of Scotland Graduate Careers Fair in Spring. These fairs provide you with the opportunity to speak to graduate recruiters and understand more about their opportunities and the recruitment process before applying for vacancies.

EMPLOYER ON-CAMPUS PRESENTATIONS

Employers are keen to speak to our students directly, to facilitate this we arrange on-campus recruitment and applications skills presentations where employers can raise the profile of their company and provide more information on the opportunities that they have as well as the benefits of working for that company and a chance for you to ask questions.

ON-COURSE DELIVERY

Each Careers Consultant is assigned a caseload, and they liaise closely with Course Leaders to tailor on–course careers input to ensure that you are given the most up-to-date careers information relevant to your degree area.

ONLINE RESOURCES

Our website, as well as course specific CampusMoodle pages, has been created to convey career specific information to you. We have also recently launched our online employability module ‘Preparing to Succeed …’

WEEKLY WORKSHOPS

In conjunction with key events, we deliver tailored presentations and workshops on areas such as securing part time work, how to complete application forms and the importance of networking to support you in your search for graduate employment. These workshops are open to all students.

CAMPUSMOODLE

You can also access our services through the website or CampusMoodle. You can also submit questions by email, or request a phone or Skype interview.

For more information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/careers

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)

It is important to manage your own career and personal development is the key in achieving this.

What is CPD about?Professional development is now a fundamental part of our working lives. It allows you to:

• Formalise your experience

• Keep up to date professionally

• Develop your existing skills and knowledge

• Make a successful career move

• Gain accreditation from a professional body

CPD at Robert Gordon UniversityOur postgraduate courses are designed to develop your skills and knowledge, in line with industry standards, to help you achieve your career goals. As a result the University has always been at the forefront in responding to new training requirements.

We also understand the commitments of those looking for CPD and so offer a variety of study options (full-time, part-time and online distance learning) which help to meet the needs of those already in employment.

Working closely with organisations both within the private and public sector and across a variety of industries, ensures our postgraduate courses are developed in line with the highest industry standards and requirements.

The benefits of personal developmentManaging your career is not only personally rewarding but vital in an increasingly competitive jobs market and within fast changing professions.

Personal development ensures you stay interested and motivated in your role and helps you identify and take advantage of any opportunities that may come your way.

Taking a structured approach to your professional development will enable you to manage your career more effectively, deciding on the goals you want to reach and taking control of the route you take to get there.

BUSINESS SERVICES

We work with UK and overseas organisations and governments to provide accredited and customised learning and development solutions.

What we can do for youWe spend time with clients to understand their specific needs and objectives to identify training and competency gaps:

• Industry-relevant, award-bearing educational programmes, from graduate certificates to Masters programmes and MBA’s

• Training customised to meet specific business requirements; from short courses to in-depth programmes

• Consultancy interventions from Training Needs Analyses and Innovation Audits to Contract Research, Business Simulation exercises and maintenance of a productive and healthy workforce and environment.

• Competency and Capability Assurance: partnering with you to bridge competency and skills gaps

For individuals looking for Continuing Professional Development, we offer a diverse range of accredited postgraduate courses and study options to suit your needs.

If you are an employer interested in training and development for your workforce our Business Services team will work with you to identify your organisation’s requirements.

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With access to a wide range of both University and industry experts, we can provide programmes either directly from our existing courses or developed from our expertise within the following specialist areas:

• Management

• Law

• Engineering

• Accounting and Finance

• Computing

• Health

HOW TO CONTACT US

[email protected] T: 01224 263320

UKAndy MacDonald Business Development Manager [email protected] T: 01224 213171

InternationalGreg Sloan Business Development Manager [email protected] T: 01224 263332

OUR TRACK RECORD

Scottish University of the Year The Sunday Times University Guide 2011

Best Modern UK University The Times, Good University Guide 2011

Top Modern University The Guardian University Guide 2011

Top UK University for graduate employment Sunday Times University Guide 2011

SHORT COURSES

We offer a wide range of topics which can be taken on their own or made into a training programme, such as:

• Property Portfolio Management

• Project and Organisation Behaviour

• Courses with an emphasis on Management within Construction

• Competence and Performance Assessment

• Investing in Sustainability for Hot Climates

• Developing a Sustainability Policy

• Property Development Appraisal and Modelling

• Innovation in Process Management of the Design and Construction of Building Projects

To discuss our short courses, please contact:

Dr Bassam Bjeirmi [email protected] T: 01224 263704


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AS AN ALUMNUS YOU ENJOY LIFELONG CONNECTIONS WITH OTHER ALUMNI AND THE UNIVERSITY. THE ALUMNI MAGAZINE AND RECENT INITIATIVES LIKE BUSINESS NETWORKING ON ‘LINKEDIN’ AND EMAIL FOR LIFE, HAVE DRAWN OUR COMMUNITY CLOSER. IT’S GREAT TO SEE SUCH INNOVATIVE INITIATIVES DEVELOPED BY THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, OPENING UP OPPORTUNITIES TO GET MORE INVOLVED.SACHIN RAJSHEKHAR SAMSON, REGIONAL MANAGER AT ZENITH SOFTWARE, MELBOURNE

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BENEFITS AND SERVICES FOR ALUMNI

ConnectAlumni magazine and bi-monthly electronic bulletin keeping you up to date.

Careers supportGiving you access to a range of services available from the Robert Gordon University Careers Centre.

Email for life You will never need to change your email address again. All alumni are eligible to receive a free University email account for life.

Find a friend service Helping you keep in touch with former classmates and link up with other graduates living in your area.

Alumni loyalty discountProviding 10% off postgraduate course fees to graduates of Robert Gordon University with an undergraduate degree.

Lifelong learning Providing information and advice on a wide range of postgraduate and CPD courses.

Events and reunions Including masterclasses, exhibitions, open days and alumni receptions, both at home and overseas. As well as providing an opportunity to catch up with former classmates, alumni events are the perfect chance to expand your social and business networks, opening up new opportunities.

Alumni Privilege CardProviding you with a host of discounts and special offers.

Alumni groups The University has a number of alumni groups and virtual communities around the globe.

AFTER YOU LEAVEUniversity life doesn’t end after graduation. Our Alumni Association supports our worldwide community of over 65,000 graduates. We keep our graduates in touch with the University and each other, with a range of exclusive benefits and services.

VolunteeringEnhance our students’ learning experience and boost your CV by participating in our alumni volunteering programme.

There are many ways you can get involved including: providing a career profile or testimonial; using your industry expertise to talk to students and support student projects; offering student placements; joining our international alumni ambassador scheme; assisting with student recruitment and establishing an alumni group.

The Alumni FundYou can help our students to learn, create and innovate by donating to the Alumni Fund.

For more information on all the services on offer, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/alumni

OUR COURSESStudy Options 21

Key Issues 22

MArch Part 2 24

Architectural Studies 26

Advanced Architectural Studies 28

Module Glossary 42

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COURSE DETAILS

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FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS TO SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLEWhen considering a postgraduate course, it is important to also consider the mode of study which best suits your needs. We deliver the equivalent learning experience across all our modes of study, offering a variety of different options, allowing you to gain the qualifications you need in a way that suits you.

Full-timeThis is the traditional and quickest option for completing any of the postgraduate courses offered at the University and requires full attendance for the duration of the programme as stated on each of the course pages. If you are looking to focus solely on your studies, this option will allow you to gain the knowledge and practical skills you require within the shortest amount of time.

Part-timeIf you are looking to continue working during your studies or have other commitments which will not allow you to undertake a full-time course, this option allows you to incorporate studying with other responsibilities. Part-time courses run alongside the full-time programmes and split the same modules across the length of the course, detailed on course pages.

Online Distance Learning (ODL)If you are unable to study on campus we also offer a large number of courses through distance learning, allowing a greater degree of flexibility.

This mode of study does not differ in content from those taught on campus, the difference lies with the mode of delivery via our online virtual learning environment CampusMoodle (Modular Object- Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment).

You will be taken through an induction on CampusMoodle by Course Leaders at the beginning of each programme, ensuring you understand how to use this effectively, where to find resources, how to contact your Course Leaders and the use of multimedia such as podcasts and virtual classrooms.

The student experience is equally as important for those studying online as for those attending lectures on campus, ODL students have a strong sense of community through the use of discussion forums, chat and group working areas. Some courses also have optional periods of attendance where you are invited on campus to meet fellow students, staff, use facilities and participate in workshops designed to support your coursework.

QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED

Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) Award granted on completion of one semester of your chosen course.

Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Award granted on completion of two semesters of your chosen course.

Masters (MSc) Award granted on completion of three semesters of the course, along with a dissertation.

MArch (Master of Architecture) Part 2 A two-year course which satisfies the ARB and RIBA Part 2 syllabus. Successful completion of this course enables you to progress to the final professional examination (ARB and RIBA Part 3) following a period in practical training. Successful completion of this allows you to become a Registered Architect.

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Key issues WITHIN ARCHITECTURE

The profession is currently in a state of flux, with a number of exciting challenges demanding innovative and creative responses.

In recent years, the issue of climate change has become mainstream in our thinking, demanding that we adopt design strategies and technologies that minimise energy consumption, source materials responsibly, and give consideration to the lifecycle of our buildings and spaces. However, the subject of sustainable development also extends to the design of sustainable communities and, as we have witnessed of late, economies.

Increasingly, as the need for the responsible use of resources becomes ever stronger, the work of the architect involves the imaginative re-use of existing buildings.

This raises interesting questions about building conservation, both philosophically and practically.

We also operate in a global profession, where challenges can be dramatically different between regions, highlighting the need for highly adaptable practitioners. Rapid urbanisation and industrialisation characterises many countries in the Far East and other parts of the world, whereas at home the populations of many urban centres are diminishing as industry declines and work patterns shift.

The skills of the architect play a key role in finding imaginative and effective solutions to the contingent issues resulting from these trends.

Our built environment is becoming increasingly complex and diverse. Moreover the way in which buildings are procured is also evolving rapidly, causing the role of the architect in the overall process to similarly change.

As a consequence, the architecture profession is changing to embrace diverse ways of working, and different kinds of architectural practice. Looking beyond current economic constraints, this represents a period of enormous opportunity for tomorrow’s architects. As history has revealed, too, periods of downturn often serve as important generators of new ways of thinking, new paradigms, and new potentials.

The above considerations reflect architecture as an international phenomenon, but the skill of the architect relates as much to the local as it does to the global. The fundamental role of the architect as place maker forms an enduring thread throughout history, demanding skills and sensibilities that enable the design of interventions that are meaningful and valued by those that live with them, as well as the delight and inspiration that the best design engenders.

It is through consideration of the above issues that the Scott Sutherland School has developed three principal areas of focus at postgraduate level: low energy design, urbanism, and housing and sustainable communities. We seek to explore these through our uniquely rich urban and rural contexts, whilst also relating our work to international developments and thinking.

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WE HAVE developed THREE principal areas of focus at Postgraduate level: low energy design, urbanism, and housing & sustainable communities. We explore these through our UNIQUELY rich urban and rural contexts, whilst relating our work to international developments and thinking.

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Architecture DIRECT ENTRY YEAR 5 AND 6MArch (Part 2)

COURSE CONTENT:

Year 5

> Architectural Design Studio 7

> Advanced Building Technology

> Design Philosophy 6. Architecture & Landscape History III. Modernity

> Architectural Design Studio 8

> Research Methods

Choose one from:

> Architectural History

> Construction

> Environmental Design

> Product Design

> Contemporary Issues in Urban Design and Development

> Landscape

> Architectural Criticism, Journalism and Publishing

> Daylight and Sunlight

> Design Management

> Digital Design

> Performance Evaluation

> Built Heritage Conservation

Year 6

> Advanced Architectural Design Studio 9

> Dissertation

> Professional Practice and Management

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

This course has been designed for those who have already completed Part 1 of the MArch course and are now looking to complete Part 2.

This course is accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) and will provide you with the professional and creative skills required for a successful career in architecture.

In studio, students work within units run by our professors, who are highly respected practising architects as well as being academics. These units explore a range of issues from new housing typologies to hybrid buildings, urban design and regeneration.

You will be encouraged to develop your own particular skills and passions through the modules on research, history and advanced building technology.

In year 5, a high level of input from a range of active professions allows you to get to grips with the latest thinking and technology and to produce carefully integrated designs. In year 6, you are given greater freedom to look in depth at specific design problems.

My degree has given me the ability to address the current issues, such AS sustainability, the ethics of architecture and the built environment.Kian Goh, MalaysiaArchitecture MArch

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

We welcome direct applications to the part 2 level of the MArch course.

New students can join us at the Honours (5th year) level of the course after completing RIBA and ARB Part 1.

Applicants should hold an ARB and RIBA accredited Part 1 qualification, normally at 2.1 level or above, though the School may consider applications from equivalent overseas courses.

All applicants will be asked to submit a digital or paper portfolio for consideration and may be asked to subsequently attend an interview.

This course is accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The professional accreditation of Architecture courses is divided into three parts:

• Part 1 awarded after year 3

• Part 2 awarded after year 6

• Part 3 professional examination is taken post-graduation, following a period in practical training within an architectural practice

The course is also accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Association of Building Engineers (ABE).

Applications

Applications for this course should be made directly to UCAS using the code K100.

KEY DETAILS

STUDY OPTIONSFull-time

START DATESeptember

COURSE DURATION2 years

FINAL AWARDMArch Part 2

COURSE LEADERTahar Kouider [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263522

FURTHER INFORMATIONwww.rgu.ac.uk/sss

ACCREDITATION

FEESTypically students will be able to transfer their SAAS funding to cover the fees for this course. Please contact SAAS directly for further details.

www.saas.gov.uk

Apply online now

http://www.rgu.ac.uk/archapplypguide

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Architectural Studies MSc

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

> Develop further sophisticated skills in spatial design, integrated design and composition of contemporary buildings, collections of buildings, towns, and cities

> Develop a sound knowledge of architectural history, theory and precedent, and the ability to apply this to inform the generation of new design propositions and solutions

> Develop resolved design proposals for a diverse range of design contexts

> Succinctly communicate complex ideas and issues using a range of verbal, written, and visual techniques and media (2D and 3D)

COURSE CONTENT:

> Advanced Architectural Design Studio

> Dissertation

> Research Project

Choose one from:

> Facilities Management

> Property Resource Management

> Economics of the Built Environment

> Appraisal Techniques

> Property and Construction Procurement

> Risk and Safety Management

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

This course has been specifically designed for those looking to gain the same knowledge and skills offered by the MSc Advanced Architectural Studies course, without sitting the Professional Practice exams required by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to complete Part 2 of your professional training, as we recognise this isn’t an essential requirement for some countries outwith the UK and EU.

We have taken an interdisciplinary approach to creating this course, relating architecture to other relevant areas within built environment and beyond. You will gain knowledge and skills relating to complex issues of the design of buildings as part of an urban or rural landscape and our environment, whilst allowing you to pursue specialist routes.

You will be taught by a combination of academic staff and practising architects, including a number of notable designers. We have taken careful consideration in designing a course which follows the guidelines stipulated by RIBA whilst developing our own individual elements allowing us to draw on the expertise within the School. This mixture of academic teaching, external practitioners and individual creative development, will allow you to design imaginatively whilst also learning how to realise your ideas through careful consideration of materials and technology.

Your development will be centred around the studio which offers a creative and informal learning environment. We have dedicated areas for each stage of the course which are designed to be a place where you can explore and develop your creative abilities. This also gives you an appropriately equipped space to work beyond timetabled hours. The open environment of the studio is also reflected throughout the School which operates an open-door access to all staff for support throughout the course.

The topics you will cover within the allocated studio time will be related to contemporary issues currently affecting the industry. These will be selected by notable professional architects and designers who are heavily involved in the delivery of this part of the course.

All students have the opportunity to participate in the annual study trip where you can visit national or international buildings or centres of interest. Previous trips have included Copenhagen, Dublin, Denmark and Barcelona.

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Research ProjectThis course culminates in the research project where you will work on an approved subject of personal interest relating to architecture and the built environment, and produce a dissertation containing rigorous analysis, argument and synthesis.

This part of the course is designed to demonstrate your ability to deal with challenging issues where precedents are either not obvious or non-existent; assess contemporary theoretical approaches to architectural design and show their relevance in real and proposed contexts; demonstrate a level of understanding of the interdisciplinary and interactivity nature of architecture with the relevant built environment disciplines and demonstrate awareness of the potential of research in architecture.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for those who have completed an Honours degree or equivalent in an architecture related discipline and are looking to practise as an architect outwith the UK and EU.

BENEFITS TO YOU

We work closely with key industry practitioners to develop suitable contemporary topics for use in your studio time allowing you to draw from their expertise and keeping you abreast of topical issues.

KEY DETAILS


START DATESeptember

COURSE DURATION1 year

FUNDINGAvailable, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships

FINAL AWARDMSc

EXIT AWARDPgCert/PgDip/MSc

COURSE LEADERPenny Lewis [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263718


FEESTotal cost of MSc*:

Full-time UK/EU £3,400

Full-time International £9,450* Course fees will differ depending on your final exit award

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ADVANCED Architectural StudiesMSc

YOU WILL LEARN TO: > Develop sophisticated skills in

spatial design, integrated design and composition of contemporary buildings, collections of buildings, towns, and cities

> Develop a sound knowledge of architectural history, theory and precedent, and the ability to apply this to inform the generation of new design propositions and solutions

> Understand the social, cultural, economic, and technological processes that have been instrumental in architectural development

> Understand the principles of building construction, structural design, and environmental design and performance pertinent to the contemporary built environment

> Succinctly communicate complex ideas and issues using a range of verbal, written, and visual techniques and media (2D and 3D)

> Demonstrate the value of architecture to individual clients and to contemporary society

> Research, gather and collate data from a range of sources, establish relevant connections, and apply to a given context to inform the generation of design proposals

COURSE CONTENT:

> Advanced Architectural Design Studio

> Professional Practice and Management

> Dissertation

> Research Project

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

This course is fully accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and will exempt you from Part 2 of your professional training.

We have taken an interdisciplinary approach to creating this course, relating architecture to other relevant areas within built environment and beyond. You will gain knowledge and skills relating to complex issues of the design of buildings as part of an urban or rural landscape and our environment, whilst allowing you to pursue specialist routes.

You will be taught by a combination of academic staff and practising architects, including a number of notable designers. We have taken careful consideration in designing a course which follows the guidelines stipulated by RIBA and the ARB whilst developing our own individual elements allowing us to draw on the expertise within the School. This mixture of academic teaching, external practitioners and individual creative development, will allow you to design imaginatively whilst learning how to realise your ideas through careful consideration of materials and technology. The structure of the course is designed to facilitate the move between education and employment.

Your development will be centred around the studio which offers a creative and informal learning environment. We have dedicated areas for each stage of the course which are designed to be a place where you can explore and develop your creative abilities. This also gives you an appropriately equipped space to work beyond timetabled hours. The open environment of the studio is also reflected throughout the School which operates an open-door access to all staff for support throughout the course.

The topics you will cover within the allocated studio time will be related to contemporary issues currently affecting the industry. These will be selected by notable professional architects and designers who are heavily involved in the delivery of this part of the course.

All students have the opportunity to participate in the annual study trip where you can visit national or international buildings or centres of interest. Previous trips have included Copenhagen, Dublin, Denmark and Barcelona.

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Research ProjectThis course culminates in the research project where you will work on an approved subject of personal interest relating to architecture and the built environment, in preparation for your dissertation containing rigorous analysis, argument and synthesis.

This part of the course is designed to demonstrate your ability to deal with challenging issues where precedents are either not obvious or non-existent; assess contemporary theoretical approaches to architectural design and show their relevance in real and proposed contexts; demonstrate a level of understanding of the interdisciplinary and interactivity nature of architecture with the relevant built environment disciplines and demonstrate awareness of the potential of research in architecture.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for students looking for a fully accredited route recognised the world over, enabling you to work in the UK, EU and overseas. This course is suitable for those who have completed a related undergraduate degree and are looking to complete the next stage of their professional training in order to then move on to Part 3 and become a chartered architect.

Those looking to apply to this course are required to have a RIBA or ARB Part 1 and not solely a RIBA International Accreditation.

BENEFITS TO YOU

We work closely with key industry practitioners to develop suitable contemporary topics for use in your studio time allowing you to draw from their expertise and keeping you abreast of topical issues.

You will develop knowledge and skills in line with guidelines set out by both RIBA and ARB in order to allow you to progress to Part 3.

career opportunitieS

This course will allow access to continue your studies to become a fully Registered Architect, opening up opportunities in architecture and architectural technology as well as providing possible employment in other types of multi-disciplinary design practices, or with sustainability consultants, or technological development and environmental departments in central and local government.

KEY DETAILS


START DATESeptember



FINAL AWARDMSc


COURSE LEADERPenny Lewis [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263718


ACCREDITATION


Full-time International £9,450* Course fees will differ depending on your final exit award

Apply online now


OUR COURSESStudy Options 33

Key Issues 34

Graduate Diploma in Surveying 36

Construction Project Management 38

Design Management 40

Property Development 42

Module Glossary 44

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THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT








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FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS TO SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLEWhen considering a postgraduate course, it is important to also consider the mode of study which best suits your needs. We deliver the equivalent learning experience across all our modes of study, offering a variety of different options, allowing you to gain the qualifications you need in a way that suits you.

Full-timeThis is the traditional and quickest option for completing any of the postgraduate courses offered at the University and requires full attendance for the duration of the programme as stated on each of the course pages. If you are looking to focus solely on your studies, this option will allow you to gain the knowledge and practical skills you require within the shortest amount of time.

Part-timeIf you are looking to continue working during your studies or have other commitments which will not allow you to undertake a full-time course, this option allows you to incorporate studying with other responsibilities. Part-time courses run alongside the full-time programmes and split the same modules across the length of the course, detailed on course pages.

Online Distance Learning (ODL)If you are unable to study on campus we also offer a large number of courses through distance learning, allowing a greater degree of flexibility.

This mode of study does not differ in content from those taught on campus, the difference lies with the mode of delivery via our online virtual learning environment CampusMoodle (Modular Object- Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment).

You will be taken through an induction on CampusMoodle by Course Leaders at the beginning of each programme, ensuring you understand how to use this effectively, where to find resources, how to contact your Course Leaders and the use of multimedia such as podcasts and virtual classrooms.

The student experience is equally as important for those studying online as for those attending lectures on campus, ODL students have a strong sense of community through the use of discussion forums, chat and group working areas. Some courses also have optional periods of attendance where you are invited on campus to meet fellow students, staff, use facilities and participate in workshops designed to support your coursework.

QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED

Graduate Diploma This is an accredited fast-track award for holders of non-cognate undergraduate degrees.

If you don’t want to commit to studying a full Masters degree, you can complete single modules and qualify with the following exit awards:

Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) Award granted on completion of one semester of your chosen course.

Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Award granted on completion of two semesters of your chosen course.

Masters (MSc) Award granted on completion of three semesters of the course, along with a dissertation.

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Key issues WITHIN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT industries

There have been a number of developments within the construction sector relating to both economic and environmental factors, including a focus on reducing the CO2 output from all buildings, existing and new, and the pressures on already limited financial resources.

These have in turn highlighted a skills gap creating opportunities for current and new practitioners to develop their portfolio of skills, as construction organisations look to employ those with ‘low carbon’ and project management skills.

It is therefore important that the entire construction supply chain reassesses the way in which we do things in order to ensure more effective and efficient buildings that add value to the business and the individual. The built environment has long been accused of limited vision and needlessly complicated and hierarchical systems which result in cost, quality and time issues at the point of delivery. All major aspects of the supply chain from development appraisal, design, design management and construction project management require a new and creative approach to improving the product and addressing the cultural issues with project development and delivery.

The demand for buildings which add to the functional and corporate value of the business are now uppermost in clients’ requirements and this begins with suitably sourced property development appraisals which are transparent and realistic. The design of the building must primarily follow a functional analysis base and thereafter all the specialist designers in any project must be managed in such a way that the entity can be constructed in a planned and controlled way to ensure best value is achieved at predicted cost. That demand for better buildings must consider the build decision and also address the fundamental needs of our existing building stock and the need to improve and update these in order to make them fit and efficient for the future.

Multi-dimensional control, clash detection and value analysis are all appropriate techniques to apply to the built environment. In addition, a much greater understanding of project and organisational behaviour can lead to much higher satisfaction levels of the client group.

Construction and design organisations are increasingly looking to recruit creative problem solvers and critical thinkers who can add value to the construction process and product, and are also able to apply knowledge and abilities arising from a mature and deep appreciation of different value systems. All participants within the industry are encouraged to continually develop their skills for the benefit of their organisation and the industry in general.

Complex projects require strategic thinking and high-level management skills relevant to the effective use of resources, and a range of technical skills, particularly those related to ICTs. The management and communication of information from diverse sources is a critical skill in achieving high-level project performance. Much more attention is being dedicated to ensuring sustainability, lifecycle analysis and corporate social responsibility throughout our built environment.

Buildings demand energy at all stages of their development, construction and operation. They are a vitally critical component in our quest to become a more sustainable community which consumes fewer natural resources. Our postgraduate programmes encourage and stimulate debate in these key issues in order to seek better satisfaction in our building projects and increased longevity of the industry’s products.

Buildings demand energy at all stages of their development, construction and operation. They are a vitally critical component in our quest to become a more sustainable community which consumes fewer natural resources. our postgraduate programmes encourage and stimulate debate in these key issues.

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Graduate Diploma in Surveying

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

> Understand the scientific, technological, professional, legal and management skills related to selected key areas of quantity surveying

> Utilise skills in integrating knowledge drawn from different subject areas, and learn innovative thinking and problem solving, which can be applied to the discipline of quantity surveying

> Develop initiative, creativity, inter-personal skills and a high level of independent critical judgement

COURSE CONTENT:

> Construction Technology

> Law and Procurement

> Value and Cost Studies 1

> Mensuration and Measurement

> Management for the Built Environment 2


> Law and Construction Contracts

> Procurement for the Built Environment 2

> Risk Management


> Construction Management

> Advanced Construction Technology

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Whatever your first degree subject, the Graduate Diploma in Surveying allows you to gain a recognised qualification in quantity surveying in just one year.

Choosing to study our Graduate Diploma in Surveying puts you on the path to a professional career. This course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), meaning that on graduation (once you’re in a trainee role with a surveying firm), you can enrol for the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), the final step to becoming a fully qualified Chartered Surveyor.

The course has been developed in close collaboration with industry and professions to enable you to acquire and develop the knowledge and skills applicable to practise as a quantity surveyor. The course has been specifically designed for those from non-cognate disciplines such as the arts and business studies and assumes no prior knowledge or experience in either the built environment or of quantity surveying, allowing you to build upon your existing qualifications and academic ability.

The course has been structured to provide you with the essential skills and knowledge required by employers and the profession. You will cover a wide range of specialist modules that concentrate on professional knowledge and the requirements of practice. In this way you will be best equipped to acquire a professional qualification in the minimum possible time.

You also have the flexibility of choosing the non-professionally accredited Graduate Certificate in Surveying route by completing eight modules, allowing you to tailor the course to your particular needs and commitments.

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BENEFITS TO YOU

Within the industry, it is important to graduate from a RICS-accredited course so that you can then work towards a full professional qualification as a chartered surveyor. Once you have gained your chartership you can then specialise within the profession.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Surveying is a diverse and exciting career choice and is a well-paid profession, with chartered surveyors amongst the highest paid UK graduates. Graduates from this course can choose to work in a number of related fields including the built environment, civil and heavy engineering as well as the offshore and petrochemical industries.

KEY DETAILS


START DATESeptember



FINAL AWARDGraduate Diploma

COURSE LEADERGraham Castle [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263777

FURTHER INFORMATIONhttp://www.rgu.ac.uk/sss

ACCREDITATION

FEES

UK/EU £4,545

International £5,600

Apply online nowI would definitely recommend this course to others who are interested in pursuing a career in quantity surveying. I feel that the course gave me a firm grounding in all aspects of quantity surveying from a construction perspective, with much of it transferable to the oil and gas sector, which is where I find myself today.Victoria SmithGraduate Quantity Surveyor, Rider Hunt International


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Construction Project ManagementMSc

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

> Effectively manage complex projects, specifically within the architecture, engineering and construction sectors

> Apply a significant range of professional and business skills, practices and techniques in project management

> Analyse, plan and undertake effective leadership and executive decision making within a project environment

> Communicate effectively in projects within your discipline and industry, including both people-related communication and teamwork

> Initiate, manage, implement and evaluate projects through the application of sound financial, business and technical competence

COURSE CONTENT:

> Sustainable Development

> Information Management in Construction and Property

> Design Management

> Project Management 1

> Built Asset Procurement and Contractual Arrangements

> Project Planning and Control

> Risk and Safety Management

> Dissertation

Choose one from:

> Facilities Management

> Property Investment and Management

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Project management is a skill which is now being utilised in a number of different industries. Organisations across the globe are now adopting this important managerial approach in order to effectively and efficiently see projects through to completion.

The use of project management within the construction sector deals with the management of both business elements and resources relating to a development, including procurement, materials, finance, consultants and structural engineers to ensure the project is delivered on time and to budget.

This course will teach you how to utilise modern management skills, techniques, and systems to successfully deliver a construction project from inception to completion, to meet a client’s requirements within the constraints of the external environment.

The structure of the course will allow you to pursue your personal objectives in the areas of management, procurement and construction law, accounting management and consultancy and research in the architecture, engineering and construction sector through the variety of modules on offer. You will learn to use the most advanced tools to perform at the highest level in order to deliver client expectations.

The course content follows guidelines set out by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in order to ensure we cover the most up-to-date issues reflecting the current climate within the construction and engineering sectors. The course has a very hands-on approach allowing teaching to simulate the working environment, and you will be taught through a mixture of practical, academic and case-study analysis.

You will be assessed in a number of different ways including project work, essays, report and research. Individual project work will be integrated, where possible, into your place of work where applicable; live projects may be customised to the relevant industry or specialism.

Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to participate in regular on-site visits to local or national projects such as the Scottish Houses of Parliament in Edinburgh and the new Marischal College development in Aberdeen. On-campus students are also encouraged to arrange their own site visits, usually through the Construction Project Management Society (CPM) which students from all routes are eligible to join. These visits are designed to allow you to see the practical application of the tools and techniques covered in the course and how these elements are managed.

Arranging your own visits also allows you to make personal connections with members of the construction industry. You will meet a range of people involved within these projects including design managers, project managers and facilities managers, allowing you to gain a view from a number of different professional perspectives.

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KEY DETAILS

STUDY OPTIONSFull-time, Part-time, Online Distance Learning (ODL)

START DATESSeptember January

COURSE DURATIONFull-time 1 year Part-time 3 years ODL part-time 3 years


FINAL AWARDMSc


COURSE LEADERDavid Moore [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263521


ACCREDITATION


Full-time UK/EU £3,600

Full-time International £8,544

Part-time UK/EU/International £6,410

ODL (part-time) UK/EU/International £6,410* Course fees will differ depending on your final exit award

Apply online now

PLACEMENT

There is currently no formal placement on this course, however our newly formed Construction Project Management Society has, amongst its objectives, been set up to provide opportunities for work experience and networking within industry. The Society has already successfully secured a commitment for a number of placements with Aberdeen City Council and has also set up links with the local branch of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), looking at organising guest speakers (amongst other opportunities) for interaction between our students and the Institute.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for those who are currently working within the industry and are looking to formalise their experience or looking to specialise and progress within their career. It is also suitable for those who wish to change their career path and therefore require a relevant qualification to facilitate their entry into the industry.

BENEFITS TO YOU

The accreditation of the course demonstrates recognition by the appropriate professional bodies, providing you with the skills, knowledge and understanding of their practical application to the highest industry standards.

If you decide to continue working whilst you study, you will almost immediately be able to apply what you are learning to your current role. You will gain an in-depth understanding of how to utilise project management techniques and have the capability and confidence to implement your learning.

The course is also recognised by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and all students registered on the course are enrolled as student members of CMI at no cost. CMI members have access to a wide range of resources relevant to the study of management.

BENEFITS TO ORGANISATIONS

The course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) which ensures the course content meets the highest industry standards, providing you with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress your career and become a valuable employee. This accreditation will also contribute towards your chartership, which employers highly regard.


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Design ManagementMSc

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

> Explain the determinants, generators and constraints on the design process: information systems, planning and management issues, human resources, interaction and organisation issues central to the effective delivery of design

> Understand the principles and issues involved in the maintenance, development and design of the built environment which is responsive to the needs of communities, society and the environment

> Illustrate and evaluate the benefits that integrated information systems would bring to the construction and property industries

> Discuss the social, economic and environmental constraints within which all design work must operate

> Objectively appraise the success of a design project with regard to both quality of the outcome and effectiveness of the design management process

COURSE CONTENT:

> Design Management


> Design Management Project 1

> Digital Design

> Project Management 1

> Information Management in Construction and Property

> Design Management Project 2

> Dissertation

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Design management within construction relates to the management of the design process from its earliest point of project inception to its completion. It is concerned with looking at collaborative approaches allowing all parties to work in unison and achieve effective and efficient projects. This includes the management of consultants, architects and structural engineers to ensure information is shared in order to avoid any clashes at the execution stage.

This course has therefore been developed in order to provide you with the appropriate managerial and interpersonal skills which are necessary to operate within a design management role.

You will gain knowledge and understanding of managerial, technical and interpersonal skills relating to the areas of design management, project data management, collaborative design, consultancy and research in the architecture, engineering and construction sector.

This course is delivered via our online virtual learning environment (CampusMoodle) allowing you to interact effectively with lecturers and colleagues alongside accessing a wide variety of online resources. Classes are small, simulating the traditional classroom environment. Course materials are uploaded for you to read and later discuss with lecturers.

You will be working on both small group-based activities as well as individual assignments. Interactivity is a key component in this course and has been specifically designed with the busy professional in mind. The course is delivered through lectures, online activity work, practical work, student-centred learning and private study.

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STUDY OPTIONSOnline Distance Learning (ODL)

START DATESeptember

COURSE DURATION ODL part-time 3 years


FINAL AWARDMSc


COURSE LEADERTahar Kouider [email protected] T+44 (0)1224 263522



ODL (part-time) UK/EU/International £5,255* Course fees will differ depending on your final exit award

Apply online now

Design Management Project You have the option to make this a live project based on an issue you are facing within your own organisation or alternately you can base this on an issue from literature.

The aim of this project is to allow you to apply the design management skills and knowledge gained through the course to your chosen issue through critical analysis. This can be a project at the design or construction stage where you can evaluate how effectively this is being managed and make recommendations from a design management perspective using innovative methods and tools.

Dissertation The course culminates in the dissertation stage allowing you to choose a topic relevant to either your current organisation or one that will allow you to research and focus on a specific area which will assist you with your career development.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for those with a design background looking to develop and specialise their careers and those from business, marketing or engineering backgrounds who find themselves increasingly involved in the design process. It is also suitable for architects, construction and property professionals looking to gain a specialist qualification.

BENEFITS TO YOU

This course offers the opportunity to formalise or develop skills within design management whilst maintaining your current work commitments. If you decide to continue working whilst you study, you will almost immediately be able to apply what you are learning to your current role. You will gain an in-depth understanding of how to utilise design management techniques and have the capability and confidence to implement your learning.


On completion of this course you will have acquired the most up-to-date managerial skills in an emerging and innovative specialism that puts you in a strategic position of leadership for either career advancement or a new career path.

Graduates can choose to work in a number of related fields including the built environment, civil and heavy engineering, as well as the oil and gas sector.


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YOU WILL LEARN TO:

> Use comprehensive knowledge of property development, including key principles and practices

> Formulate and evaluate development proposals

> Finance and effectively manage the development process

> Enhance your project management skills

COURSE CONTENT:


> Information Management in Construction & Property

> Economics of the Built Environment

> Formulating the Development Proposal

> Design Management

> Project Management

> Property Investment and Management

> Built Asset Procurement and Contractual Arrangements

> Dissertation

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Property development deals with the coordination of the financial, business and construction activities of converting ideas on paper into real property. This process typically involves purchasing land, determining the marketing of property, developing the design and building programme, obtaining the necessary public approval and financing, building the structure, and ultimately selling it. Developers work with many different counterparts along each step of this process, including architects, city planners, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, contractors, leasing agents and more.

The aim of the course is to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to effectively manage all of these aspects. You will analyse development situations and respond to particular development problems with derived solutions. You will be able to critically appraise options and independently evaluate alternative courses of action. The course has a strong commercial focus, practical orientation, and provides you with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to formulate and evaluate development proposals, and to finance and manage the development process.

This course is delivered via our online virtual learning environment (CampusMoodle) allowing you to interact effectively with lecturers and colleagues alongside accessing a wide variety of online resources. Classes are small, simulating the traditional classroom environment. Course materials are uploaded for you to read and later discuss with lecturers. You will be working on both small group-based activities as well as individual assignments. Interactivity is a key component in this course and has been specifically designed with the busy professional in mind.

The course is delivered through lectures, tutorials, online activity work, practical work, student-centred learning and private study. Some lectures are recorded for better interaction with students.

ProjectAll students on the course will work together through Campus Moodle on both a group project and also to assess each other’s individual projects, allowing for high levels of interaction and feedback from a number of different perspectives and from colleagues with a variety of experience and backgrounds. This also creates great networking opportunities allowing you to make contacts for later use in your career. Projects can be based on live projects or an area of personal interest. The weekly activities can contain projects or essays and all students have access to each other’s submissions with the exception of the final assignment(s).

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The course is suitable for those who have an undergraduate degree and are looking to develop a career within property development. It is also suitable for anyone who is currently working within the industry and is looking to formalise their experience.

BENEFITS TO YOU

This course is fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), providing you with the skills, knowledge and understanding to the highest industry standards.


Those completing this course have the opportunity to work in commercial roles within the building environment, either working privately and undertaking development projects or working within a large structure.

KEY DETAILS

STUDY OPTIONSOnline Distance Learning (ODL)

START DATESSeptember January

COURSE DURATIONODL 3 years The course can also be undertaken within 7 years if suitable for some by studying a module per semester


FINAL AWARDMSc


COURSE LEADERDr Amar Bennadji [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 263609


ACCREDITATION


UK/EU/International £6,410* Course fees will differ depending on your final exit award

Apply online now

One year on from graduating, I am now well into my second large-scale project, a chateau and vineyard estate renovation in France. I found that the project planning, financial assessment and construction procurement elements within the course were invaluable in enabling me to create detailed business, development and project plans.Ian MorganMSc Property Development


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All modules covered within your course are listed on each of the course pages. The content of the modules is summarised below.

Advanced Architectural Design Studio 9 You will develop the capacity to explore, interpret and evaluate the relationships between theoretical concepts and the built environment. You will integrate, apply and test these concepts in the development of specific designs within a holistic framework, allowing you to resolve competing issues and produce a valid and supportable design solution.

Advanced Building TechnologyYou will learn to develop, devise and apply integrated strategies for structural, construction and environmental performance of complex buildings.

Advanced Construction TechnologyYou will develop further the principles and practices of construction technology related to demolition, alteration and remedial work to multi-storey residential and commercial buildings. You will examine construction technology related to work below ground level and to high-rise buildings.

Architectural Design Studio 7, 8These modules will allow you to develop advanced detail design skills in relation to themed areas.

Built Asset Procurement and Contractual Arrangements You will learn to critically assess and compare key aspects of contemporary practice in built asset procurement. The module also covers the evaluation and comparison of the associated contractual arrangements and dispute resolution mechanisms.

Construction TechnologyYou will gain the ability to understand, apply and critically evaluate the key principles of domestic scale building structures, medium rise and long span building structures and how buildings act as systems.

Design ManagementThis module allows you to develop a broad professional working understanding of management issues relating to the design process within the built environment.

Design Management Project 1You will gain an understanding of the significant issues which influence design, and will develop your skills in effective management of the design process. You will use a systematic and objective approach to the acquisition, comprehension and application of information.

Design Management Project 2This module covers the detailed application of management skills in the design process. You will learn how to use information management principles and procedures in carrying out a major design management project. You will discuss how interpersonal and professional relationships in practice can influence design outcomes.

Design Philosophy 6. Architecture & Landscape History III. ModernityYou will gain an understanding of modern and contemporary architectural thinking and production, and its relevance to contemporary practice.

Digital DesignYou will gain the ability to identify and appropriately apply best practice with regard to new and emerging working practices at the conceptual and detailing stages of a digital design-based project.

Dissertation This is a student-centred module supported by regular progress reviews and critique by tutors. This module is intended to provide the student with the ability to further develop professional skills through undertaking a research-based investigation, which addresses a specialist area of need in the built environment.

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Economics of the Built Environment This module will enable you to understand and analyse the operation of property markets. You will gain an appreciation of the interaction between the different forces influencing the property development process, as well as non-market forces that have significant impact on development.

Facilities Management You will develop a professional working understanding of the role and processes of facilities management as they relate to today’s business environment. The module content covers management skills, health and safety, benchmarking in relation to valuation, service level agreements as well as data appraisal systems for occupancy evaluation and value techniques.

Formulating the Development ProposalYou will appraise specific development opportunities through the application of models and techniques and learn skills to satisfy and balance the demands of different stakeholders in the development process. You will formulate a development proposal, including outline design, which is economically viable and commercially feasible, and which displays architectural merit.

Information Management in Construction and PropertyYou will examine the key aspects of the theory of information management, particularly relating to the property and construction industries. You will identify why conventional information management techniques have been slow to be adopted and evaluate the need for, and benefits of, integrated information management in the property and construction industries.

Law and Construction ContractsYou will gain the ability to analyse key legal issues relevant to the procurement and management of construction.

Law and ProcurementThis module provides you with the ability to understand the basic principles of Scots Law, procurement and to assess administrative and legal principles and procedures in a built environment context.

Management for the Built Environment 2 You will gain the ability to assess and select appropriate strategies for the management of firms and their health and safety policies, and to determine quality improvement strategies and project performance criteria.

Mensuration and MeasurementThis module will provide you with the ability to recognise the concept of pre-contract quantification of construction work and the skills required for the preparation of bills and quantities.

Procurement for the Built Environment 2 You will gain the ability to understand and apply contract administration procedures within the built environment and the use of JCT standard building contracts.

Professional Practice and Management This module will enable you, on qualification, to carry out your professional duties responsibly and effectively. You will gain an understanding of cost control mechanisms, business issues pertaining to running an architectural practice, procurement methods, administrative and contractual procedures. You will also cover legal, statutory, and professional requirements relating to building design and construction as well as the duties and responsibilities of architects as described in the profession’s codes and standards.

Project Management 1 To critically analyse within a problem-solving and strategic environment, the processes and strategies undertaken by project managers during the development process.

Project Planning and ControlYou will critically assess, within a problem-solving environment, the processes and strategies undertaken by project managers to define, plan control and deliver project requirements.

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COURSE DETAILS

Property and Construction ProcurementYou will critically analyse and compare important aspects of contemporary procurement practice, rights and obligations of persons in respect of aspects of the acquisition of commercial property under Scots Law and the Law of England and Wales. The module also covers contractual arrangements in contemporary construction procurement.

Property Investment and Management You will examine sources and types of property finance and a variety of funding arrangements. The module will also enable you to analyse and deal with risk associated with property investments. You will be introduced to aspects of project management and understand the basic structure of leases.

Research MethodsTo provide the student with an ability to identify and utilise appropriate strategies and techniques for the purpose of individual investigations and research.

Risk and Safety Management To develop a professional working understanding of the principles and applications of risk and safety management as they apply in project management.

Risk ManagementYou will gain the ability to develop the principles and applications of risk management as they apply to the built environment.

Sustainable DevelopmentThis module will provide you with an overview and critical understanding of the issues and challenges involved in developing and enhancing the built environment with responsibility to the local and global environment, society and communities.

Value and Cost Studies 1 You will gain the requisite skills to understand and apply the principles of design economics, pre-contract estimating and cost control in a built environment context.

Value and Cost Studies 2This module will allow you to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to competently perform contractor’s estimating in a built environment context.

Value and Cost Studies 3You will gain the knowledge and ability to apply the principles and practices of financial modelling and development appraisal in a built environment context.

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CONTENTSHow to apply 49

Fees and funding 50

Research 52

Student support 53

Accommodation 54

Location 56

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

All postgraduate courses in this guide are suitable for those who possess an undergraduate Honours degree in any discipline. Other qualifications and appropriate experience may be considered with entry, however this is subject to the University’s judgement.

All our courses require documentation of qualifications equivalent to our UK entry requirements. Applicants whose first language is not English should normally have an IELTS score of 7 or more in each component, for entry to the course. An equivalent English language qualification is acceptable.

APPLY ONLINE

You can now apply for your course directly via our online application form which will also allow you to upload documents in support of your application.

It is quick and easy to use, allowing you to complete pages in any order, and you may save your progress and come back to the form as many times as you like.

All supporting documents (certificates, transcripts of qualification) should be scanned and ready to upload.

You will also have the option to upload your CV and any references that you wish to provide.

To apply now for instructions on how to use this service, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline

International studentsYou can apply directly via our online application service or via one of our approved agents worldwide. Our local representatives will be able to advise you on our range of courses and assist you with your visa application. All international students looking to travel to and study within the UK are required to have a tier 4 visa.

For information relating to visits, visa requirements, funding or for a full list of our country representatives, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/international

Contact detailsOur Postgraduate Admissions Office are happy to answer any queries you may have relating to your application.

[email protected] T 01224 262132

The quickest and most efficient method of applying for any postgraduate course at Robert Gordon University is to apply online at www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline

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FEES AND FUNDINGPostgraduate students will normally make their own arrangements for payment of fees. However, there are a number of funding and scholarships options open to UK/EU and international students. All fees are listed on individual course pages.

FUNDING

For enquiries regarding fee payment options, contact Student Finance on +44 (0)1224 262664 or email [email protected]

10% Alumni Loyalty Discount We offer our alumni a 10% loyalty discount on the University’s postgraduate course fees. The discount applies to both home and overseas alumni (holders of undergraduate degrees from Robert Gordon University) who commence postgraduate study at the University.

It can only be applied to tuition fees and cannot be used to cover any other programme-related expenses (e.g. residential costs, materials or membership fees). The discount will apply to all courses (including short courses) apart from the MSc in Advanced Architectural Studies.

For further information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/discount

Postgraduate Students Allowance Scheme (PSAS) Every year SAAS offers funding for certain full-time and some part-time vocational courses for Scottish and EU students only.

Please note that you should not apply directly to SAAS for funding. If funding is available on your course we will contact you to discuss the application process. You must then apply to SAAS before the deadline that you are given.

For details on courses with funding available and eligibility visit: www.saas.gov.uk

Individual Learning Accounts (ILA 500)Scottish domiciled students studying a part-time/distance learning postgraduate course at the University who earn less than £22,000 pa, may be entitled to apply for an ILA (Individual Learning Account) of up to £500.

Terms and conditions of these grants are reviewed annually, therefore students are advised to visit www.ilascotland.org.uk to check for availability.

SCHOLARSHIPS

RGU: SPORT scholarship RGU: SPORT aims to assist with the development and promotion of sporting excellence in students and alumni of Robert Gordon University.

In support of this, there are a number of sports scholarships, sponsored by Technip, offered to promising sports men and women to support them in developing their talents and succeeding in their chosen sporting field whilst undertaking academic study. These are designed to help students in every aspect of their pursuit of sporting excellence and are not primarily concerned with offering financial assistance to recipients, but will be tailored to meet individual needs on a case by case basis.

Scholarships are offered on an annual basis to athletes who are at, or close to, national standard in their given sport. Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.

For further information visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships

Non-payment of feesThe University’s current sanction for non-payment of tuition fees is to withhold the conferment of awards to students who are in debt to the University.

Those who are successful will be offered a scholarship totalling £2,000. Students from the above countries can apply for the scholarship when they hold a conditional offer or an unconditional offer from the respective Scottish institutions.

You can find out about other sources of funding for international students from the British Council’s database www.britishcouncil.org

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Carnegie-Cameron Taught Postgraduate BursariesOffered to Scottish students undertaking either a one year, full-time or two year, part-time taught postgraduate degree in any subject offered by the University.

The awards are reviewed annually and will be automatically deducted from tuition fees. Bursaries will be awarded on the basis of an overall assessment of the merit and promise of the candidate, including their financial circumstances.

Merit Scholarship: Architecture, Construction and SurveyingThe Scott Sutherland School is pleased to offer a number of merit scholarships to outstanding students who wish to study at the School.

The value of awards can be up to the value of £2,000 and can be applied for by international and UK/EU students.

For a full list of eligible courses and for further details visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships

Scotland’s Saltire ScholarshipsThe British Council and Scottish Government run Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships scheme.

There are a total of 200 awards made under this scheme to students applying from Canada, China, India and USA. The awards are open to students who are pursuing a taught one year Masters degree at a Scottish university.

BEING A SPORTS SCHOLAR HAS MADE SUCH A HUGE DIFFERENCE TO MY TRAINING. THE TAILOR-MADE PROGRAMME I RECEIVE INCLUDES SPORTS COACHING, CONDITIONING ADVICE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PERFORMANCE TESTING, AS WELL AS EXPERT SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE ON NUTRITION AND SPORTS SCIENCE.GOLD MEDALLIST SWIMMER, HANNAH MILEY RGU: SPORT SCHOLARSHIP

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RESEARCH

Robert Gordon University is focused on the application of our research to benefit staff and students and contribute to the wider economy and society.

Our research grant income has almost doubled to £2.7m, following our success in the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). This success is the result of a significant investment in our research activities and a dramatic improvement in the number and quality of researchers.

INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATION, DESIGN AND SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH (IDEAS)

The Institute aims to create a research community and environment that establishes a critical mass of researchers delivering high quality research in order to grow long-term sustainability and build effective alliances with industry and communities of practice.

We take direct relevance and impact of our research as a central point of our work, including work with government and industries including the oil and gas sectors, construction, architecture, urban design and energy providers. The impact of this activity on practice in itself forms a specific research centre, Centre for Understanding Sustainability in Practice (CUSP). This new multidisciplinary centre of research excellence exploits the interfaces between these diverse disciplines.

The Institute develops innovative knowledge and technologies that are highly relevant to industry and professional practice. Its research and knowledge exchange activities are focused around three key themes:

Creative Design and Innovation

This theme examines the changing role of the artist and designer in response to organisational, environmental and economic challenges.

• Art and the Public Sphere

• Cultures of Representation

• Design and Innovation

Digital Technologies

A key principle of our research is social relevance and much of our work brings benefit to science, industry and the wider public.

• Knowledge Based Sytems Group

• Computational Intelligence Group

• Information Retrieval research Group.

• Cognitive Engineering Group

• Centre for Video Communications

• Information Systems Group

Design and Innovation

This theme includes research dealing with technical solutions to real problems, including issues of renewable energy from wind and water, environmental sensing and remediation and psychological and behavioural studies concerning the relationship between people and the wider environment. Within this theme lie a number of established research centres and groups including:

• Well Engineering Research Group

• Centre for Research in Energy and the Environment CRE+E

• Environments for People Research Centre EfP.

Director: Professor Susan Craw

Graduate School Leader: Professor Linda Lawton

[email protected] T: +44 (0)1224 262473 www.rgu.ac.uk/ideas

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STUDENT SUPPORT

INFOZONE

The INFOZONEs, our student information and advice centres, should be your first point of contact for any enquiries regarding student life.

You can pay…Tuition fees, accommodation instalments, fines, emergency loan repayments, graduation fees.

You can request…Student status letters, including letters for bank account or council tax purposes.

You can browse info on…Careers, student finance, postgraduate guides, health, local info, what’s on.

You can access services such as...Careers Consultants, International Student Advisors, Disability Advisors, Counsellors and Enabling Technologist.

For more information, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/infozone

CAREERS CENTRE

The Careers Centre supports students and recent graduates to make informed decisions regarding their career and to assist them in achieving their career.

The Centre is quality assured by the matrix quality standard for information, advice and guidance services.

The following services are on offer and students are actively encouraged to make full use of these:

Bookable appointments and daily drop-in advice sessions; careers information; weekly workshops covering the full range of career planning and job search topics; JOBSHOP, your online opportunities database on course career management programmes, employer events and careers fairs.

For further information on our services, visit:www.rgu.ac.uk/careers

CHILDCARE

The Treehouse Early Care and Education Centre, managed by Bright Horizons Family Solutions, is situated on our Garthdee campus. This purpose-built facility provides the highest quality care and education for babies and children of three months to five years of age. For more information, visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/nurseryfacilities

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVICE, VISA AND IMMIGRATION SERVICE

This service provides international students with a wide range of support and advice, including:

• Extending/renewing Tier 4 student visa/ leave to remain

• Advice on Tier 1 (post study work)

• Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to support students’ visa extension applications

• Working during studies

• ‘Meet and greet’ service on arrival at Aberdeen Airport

• Orientation presentations during enrolment

• Organise Police Registration and health screening on campus

• Providing general information on safety, transport and council tax

For more information, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/international

STUDY SKILLS AND ACCESS UNIT

The study skills and access unit can provide you with advice and support on a range of study skills, including:

• Exam preparation and revision

• Maths and statistics

• English language for non-native speakers

• Time and project management

• Presentation skills

• Presenting written work

• Tackling coursework assignments

We can arrange sessions for groups or work one to one depending on your individual needs. For further information, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/studysupport

DISABILITY AND DYSLEXIA SUPPORT

This service supports disabled students to realise their academic potential by working with academic colleagues to improve the teaching and learning environment. It is validated by the Scottish Government to undertake Needs Assessments. We provide advice and practical support to students, applicants and enquirers with disabilities. We support individuals with physical and sensory impairments, health conditions, dyslexia or other specific learning differences, and those with short- or long-term support needs. The service employs a dedicated Enabling Technologist who provides advice and support in the use of assisted and enabling technology, and an Educational Psychologist.

For more information call us on +44 (0)1224 262103 or email [email protected]/STUDENTSERVICES

http://www.rgu.ac.uk/student-life/student-advice-and-support/student-advice-and-support

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LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY?Aberdeen is a truly student-focused city, where you will meet people from all over the world. That’s one reason why studying at Robert Gordon University is such a rewarding experience.

Our accommodation Robert Gordon University has various purpose-built accommodation developments situated in the city and at the Garthdee campus. The flats are well equipped, and some of the accommodation is en-suite, whilst the remainder has shared washing and toilet facilities.

The rent you pay generally includes 24/7 high-speed internet access, all utilities, and personal contents insurance. In 2010, rent rates ranged from £84.50 to £102.50 per week. You can have a look at the most up-to-date charges on our website:www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation or you can call us on +44 (0)1224 262130 or email [email protected]

ApplicationsApplications normally open around mid to late April and you can make bookings for University accommodation online at www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline

To apply you must live outwith the Aberdeen area and have accepted an unconditional or conditional offer or have an insurance offer.

Private sector accommodationSee our website under ‘Alternative Accommodation’ for links to www.rgustudentpad.co.uk and other advertising sites for private flats/rooms. Prices in the private sector start at around £80 per week (excluding bills).

Adapted accommodationOur Student Accommodation Service has a number of adapted flats. If you have specific requirements for adaptations or equipment, you should contact the Accommodation Services directly to discuss your requirements on +44 (0)1224 262130

Need more information?For the most up-to-date information about accommodation, go to our website or contact us direct. We would be delighted to help and look forward to welcoming you to Aberdeen. www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation

WOOLMANHILL FLATS City centre location

Number of residents: 736 Room types: 600 standard rooms, 136 en-suite

ROSEMOUNT HALL City centre location


ST PETERS HALL Off King Street,15-20 minutes’ walk from centre


LINKSFIELD HALL Off King Street, 25 minutes’ walk from centre


DON STREET Off King Street, 35 minutes’ walk from centre

Number of residents: 168 Room types: mainly standard

Car parking All accommodation listed above have permits available to residents, charge applies.

In addition to the sites listed above, we also have some high quality accommodation available on a 50-week basis at Ardmuir Properties which are located in the King Street area. We are also able to offer a variety of small University-leased properties known as Unihomes, and further details about these are available on our website.

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CITY CENTRE CAMPUS

GARTHDEE CAMPUS

OUR CAMPUS

We are based on two campuses – the City Centre campus and Garthdee campus.

Right in the heart of Aberdeen is our City Centre campus which is home to the Schools of Engineering, Computing, and Pharmacy and Life Sciences. Here you will also find the University’s Student Union.

Situated alongside the River Dee, our Garthdee campus is home to Aberdeen Business School, The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment, Gray’s School of Art, the Faculty of Health and Social Care and RGU: SPORT.

Sat Nav Postcodes Schoolhill AB10 1FRSt Andrew Street AB25 1HG

Sat Nav Postcodes Gray’s School of Art AB10 7QDThe Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment AB10 7QBAberdeen Business School AB10 7QEFaculty of Health and Social Care AB10 7QG

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INDEX

Accommodation 54

Architecture (MArch Part 2) 26

Architectural Studies 28

Advanced Architectural Studies 30

After you leave 21

Career options 14

Construction Project Management 38

Design Management 40

Fees and funding 50

Graduate Diploma in Surveying 36

How to apply 49

Key issues – Architecture 24

Key issues – Built Environment 34

Location 56

Module glossary 44

Our campus 57

Our city 56

Our courses – Architecture 22

Our courses – Built Environment 32

Our department 7

Professional Development 18

Property Development 42

Research 52

Study options – Architecture 23

Study options – Built Environment 33

Student support 53

Welcome 3

Why study a postgraduate course? 4

Your Careers Centre 16






























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This guide is intended as a guide for applicants for courses delivered by Robert Gordon University. In compiling it, the University has taken every care to be as accurate as possible, and the information in this guide is correct at the time of going to print, but the guide must be read as subject to change at any time and without notice.

The University undertakes to make every reasonable effort to provide the teaching and academic facilities necessary for applicants’ programmes of study. However, the University reserves the right, if such action is considered to be necessary, to make variations to fees and/or to vary the content or delivery method of any course at any time. In addition, the University may, at its sole discretion, discontinue or amalgamate any course(s). In these rare cases, the University will notify applicants as soon as possible and reasonable steps will be taken to provide a suitable alternative to a discontinued course.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESNo discrimination is made on the grounds of race, sex or creed when considering applications for places on courses. All members of the University are responsible for helping to ensure that you do not suffer any form of sexual or racial harassment and that you are encouraged and supported in any legitimate complaint.

CREDITS Designed by www.artdepartment.co.uk

Photography by Ray Smith Photography and Martin Parker at Robert Gordon University.

Printed by J. Thomson Colour Printers.

Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SCO13781.

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CONTACT US Call +44 (0)1224 262132email [email protected] visit www.rgu.ac.uk

Documents

Postgraduate Architecture Guide for Robert Gordon University