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New research calls on Government to improve the apprenticeship system to create a better skilled workforce for vital infrastructure projects

High skill, high tech construction apprenticeships are needed to boost the skills needed in infrastructure projects to drive the UK’s economic recovery. This is what is being called for by…

Built Environment innovation celebrated at UCEM’s first online Property Awards event

Outstanding innovation and contributions within the Built Environment were recognised at the 33rd UCEM Property Awards. Held online, due to restrictions enforced by COVID-19, a series of posts were published…

Six UCEM apprentices and alumni shortlisted for the RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards 2020

Six UCEM apprentices and alumni have been nominated in various categories at this year’s RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards. The three apprentices and three alumni have been…

New research calls for unified approach to UK real estate data standards

UK real estate data must be allowed to flow freely beyond the existing silos in order for the industry to flourish and standards have a key role to play in…

UCEM Property Awards 2020 to be held online!

UCEM’s prestigious Property Awards ceremony will take place online for the first time in its history this year. The 33rd edition of the annual event will see speeches and announcements…

UCEM reasserts its commitment to organisational excellence with Advance HE membership

UCEM has renewed its Advance HE membership for 2020-21, ensuring continued access to vital resources and supporting valuable partnerships across the Higher Education sector. The membership supports UCEM’s vision ‘to…

UCEM continues Building People support with £50,000 donation

UCEM has pledged support of £50,000 to enable Building People to work towards its aim of a more diverse and better connected Built Environment. Building People was founded in 2017…

UCEM’s Building Control programmes accredited by RICS

UCEM’s Building Control programmes have been accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The successful accreditation of our BSc (Hons) Building Control programme and Building Control Surveyor Degree…

UCEM increases contact hours to assist students with Clearing

UCEM’s Admissions Team will be available to answer your calls beyond their normal contact hours to assist with Clearing this week. The phonelines will be open from 8am-6pm from today…

UCEM in the running for apprenticeship top training provider accolade

UCEM is on the shortlist for the RateMyApprenticeship Top Training Provider 2020-21. The institution is among the top 50 training providers for apprenticeships in the UK based on 5,500 apprentice…

UCEM strengthens its Hong Kong Team with key appointment

UCEM’s activity in Hong Kong and the wider Asia-Pacific Region has been boosted by the appointment of Tim Bennett. Tim – who joined the institution as Head of its Construction…

UCEM’s continuing commitment to sustainability recognised with NUS Responsible Futures reaccreditation

UCEM made it two successes from two after passing its National Union of Students (NUS) Responsible Futures reaccreditation inspection with flying colours. Having been awarded the accreditation – which demonstrates…