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A monthly exploration into the world of sustainability in the built environment with commentary and input from UCEM’s Vice Chancellor and academics.
Estates Valuation Surveyor, Leicester City Council Riyaz had worked for Leicester City Council for 26 years when his manager spotted his potential and suggested he put himself forward for a…
Building Surveyor, Hollis Like many young people approaching the end of sixth form, Michael was surrounded by voices encouraging him to apply to university. However, he knew a traditional…
Apprentice Surveyor, CBRE Mary-Felicia was in sixth form when her school briefly discussed the option of a degree apprenticeship as an alternative route to a traditional degree. The idea…
Former Planning Apprentice, Vistry Group After gaining a degree in Business, Lyle secured a role on a graduate management scheme in the retail industry which “got [him] through lockdown”, but…
Associate Director – Talent, Learning and Development, CBRE Frankie is in charge of CBRE’s Next Gen programme: a busy role in which she looks after a large cohort of apprentices…
Surveying Assistant, Hollis Most apprentices reach UCEM through their employers, but it was the other way around for Luke. He was already studying part-time at UCEM when he decided to…
Apprenticeships are a great option for people of all ages to achieve a valuable qualification while gaining real-world experience in an organisation. We asked our apprentices at UCEM why they…
Why apprenticeships aren’t just for school leavers This National Apprenticeship Week (#NAW2023), we’re setting out to bust the myth that apprenticeships are only for young people who don’t want to…
Apprenticeships have become an increasingly popular way for employers to train and upskill their workforce. The apprenticeship levy, introduced in 2017, requires organisations with an annual pay bill of…
Did you take on the ‘Veganuary’ challenge to go vegan for January? Donna, one of our current Student Officers for Sustainability, has been vegan for a number of years now…
In the built environment sector, one of the world's most significant challenges still prevails - gender equality. UCEM is proud to have won three externally funded research grants from the…
Career journey BSc (Hons) Estate Management - 2014 Since 2016, Thomas’ career has seen him work as Head of Sustainability at SHW Property, and more recently as Sector Lead…
