DA6073 - Building Surveying - Work Based Learning

You will learn through the analysis and synthesis of work based learning experiences. You will be introduced to the APC competencies during workshops and tutorials; however, the major part of learning will be self-directed within your workplace. The focus of the learning is on the achievement of the competencies together with development and application of a reflective approach towards the professional competencies.

If you are in employment your workplace will be the main learning environment, in effect acting as a framework for building surveying work based practice. However, tutor support will be available via drop-in sessions throughout the module study period. If you are in employment it is recognised that there is the need for modes of blended learning delivery, experiential assessment, and opportunities to combine work and study through independent study, embedded learning opportunities, and relevant communications technologies. Lecture capture will be used to elaborate on the content contained in any teaching material along with audio recording and notes to support presentations on key topics.

You will be supported by the provision of regular tutorials to discuss progress and receive formative feedback. You will also be supported by the provision of on-line resources via the module e-learning portal. These resources include lecture and professional body information, interactive reading list with on-line access to a number of key articles. Teaching staff will also respond to individual questions via the module’s discussion board so that everyone taking the module can benefit. Staff teaching on the module have an ‘open door’ approach during normal working hours and are responsive to communication via e-mail to support your learning.

If you are in employment your workplace will be the main learning environment, however, tutor support will be available via drop-in sessions throughout the module study period. The eLP, telephone and email will be used as a means of communication once the initial briefings have taken place and work-based visits will be made by tutors if appropriate.

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Please note that this is an indicative list of key texts only. You will be provided with additional material to support the technical and practical elements of this module.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. (2014) Assessment of Professional Competence. APC Requirements and Competencies. RICS, Parliament Square, London

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (2013) Rules of Conduct for members. RICS, Parliament Square, London

Knowledge & Understanding:

• MLO1
You will be able to plan and implement a work-based learning strategy focussed on achievement of the RICS competencies.

• MLO2
You will be able to analyse and synthesise work-based learning experiences focussed on the RICS professional competencies to produce appropriate evidence of achievement.


Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:

• MLO3
You will be able evaluate data from self-experiences and communicate results via a professional report to a range of built environment stakeholders.

Personal Values Attributes

• MLO4
You will be able to develop and apply a reflective approach to experience and practice with regards to self- learning and personal development.

• MLO5
You will develop an understanding of professional ethics and the rules of conduct for building surveying

You will be assessed by the submission of a Portfolio consisting of three parts:

Part 1 - A planning and implementation strategy to ensure achievement of the competencies. The plan will be an individual submission assessing Learning Outcomes 1 and 3 and contributes to 25% of the module assessment.

Part 2 - A diary of experience and/or practice relevant to the competencies. The diary will be an individual submission assessing Learning Outcomes 2 and 3 and contributes to 25% of the module assessment.

Part 3 - Reflective commentaries for each selected competency, including appropriate references. The reflection will be an individual submission assessing Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and contributes to 50% of the module assessment.


Whilst a summative grade for the portfolio will be provided after final submission, you will receive formative feedback as you progress through the portfolio. Providing an indicator on your progress, whilst providing useful feedback to assist you with subsequent work.

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You will learn through work-based learning experiences, analysing and synthesising the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors professional competencies within the workplace. The focus of the learning is on your professional development towards achievement of the competencies together with the application of a reflective approach towards your learning. Formative, feedback is provided throughout the module during tutorials allowing you to time to reinforce and improve your learning. The knowledge and skills developed will improve your building surveying attributes alongside inter-personal skills, which will significantly enhance your employability.

If you are in employment your workplace will act as a framework for building surveying and work based practice to develop your skills and knowledge.