Real Estate Development and Management

Real estate development and management is the discipline concerned with how land and property are valued, developed, bought, sold, and managed across commercial, residential, and public sectors. Property is one of the largest asset classes in the world, and professionals in this field work at the intersection of finance, law, planning, construction, and economics, advising clients, negotiating transactions, managing assets, and guiding new developments from conception through to completion. The sector rewards people who can combine analytical rigour with commercial judgement and the ability to communicate confidently across professional disciplines.

At the University of Salford this part-time programme prepares you for a career in a fast-paced and commercially driven sector. You will study the principles of property economics, investment appraisal, development finance, planning law, and asset management, developing the technical knowledge and professional skills that the industry expects. The programme includes a sandwich year and work placement opportunities, giving you direct experience of real estate practice and the chance to apply your learning in professional settings.

This integration of academic study with industry engagement is central to the programme's approach.

Graduates from real estate development and management degrees go on to work in property consultancies, investment firms, housebuilders, local authorities, housing associations, banks, and public sector bodies. Surveying, investment management, development, asset management, and planning consultancy are among the most common career paths. The degree provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue professional qualifications in surveying or chartered status, and some graduates continue to postgraduate study in real estate, finance, or urban planning to deepen their specialist expertise.