MSc Real Estate

The Postgraduate Real Estate course provided by Heriot-Watt University is a comprehensive program designed for students seeking to develop crucial decision-making skills and a deep understanding of real estate. Coming with added flexibility, this course is available for both full-time and part-time studies, allowing students to study at their preferred pace. The program is complemented with a variety of teaching methods, from traditional lectures to computer-based tutorials, promoting the development of a wide range of skills.Course Content: Across three semesters, students will cover a range of important topics, including real estate economics, property investment, development, asset management, business statistics, urban economics and real estate valuation techniques.Key Modules: As part of the coursework, some key modules include Real Estate Markets and Investments, Urban Theory and Real Estate Appraisal, Advanced Real Estate Appraisal, as well as Development Economics and Planning.Accreditations: The Postgraduate Real Estate program is recognized by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), showing its commitment to professional standards and driving trust within the built environment profession.Future Careers: Graduates will acquire the industry-ready knowledge and skills that prepare them for a wide range of career opportunities within the global real estate sector. Potential roles include real estate asset manager, property developer, real estate analyst and investment manager amongst others. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.