Why start a career in urban planning?

Urban planning is one of the most rewarding and diverse professions in the built environment. Here are several reasons why it may be the ideal career for you. Urban planning…

Smart buildings, explained – here’s what they mean for the built environment

Smart buildings could represent the intelligent, connected and sustainable future of the built environment. The built environment is no stranger to digital transformation. Just as technology is revolutionising processes across industries like…

Reaping the rewards of a growing apprenticeship scheme

If you're only recruiting people from the same schools, or who look the same, then you're doing something wrong in my eyes. Apprentices are a great way of building that…

What are digital twins (and how do they work)?

How are digital twins helping the built environment adapt to climate change and make sustainable development a reality? Buildings are responsible for 40% of global energy consumption, and the built…

Climate change denial: 6 common myths, debunked

What are the biggest climate change denial myths, where do they come from, and how do they affect the built environment? In 2020, the United Nations (UN) declared a climate…

Be Part of the Change podcast episode 9 – celebrating International Women’s Day

The built environment comprises a diverse and exciting range of sectors, but there is still a lack of representation at every level. We want this to change. ‘Be Part of…

What are conversion courses (and how can they help you change career)?

Conversion courses are an excellent way to shift career paths, develop your skills and obtain industry-recognised qualifications. Here's why. Very few people are fortunate enough to know what they want…

What is carbon offsetting (and is it just another form of greenwashing)?

Is carbon offsetting actually having a positive impact on the environment, or is it just another way businesses avoid taking real action? Sustainability is in a state of transition. As…

A COP29 post-mortem: why there are reasons for optimism

While much of the reaction to COP29 has been of frustration at the slow rate of change, December’s conference wasn’t without cause for measured optimism. The word ‘COP’ has come…

The path from A-Levels to construction project management

“I wanted to make sure I still felt immersed within a university and still felt completely part of something. UCEM is able to provide that – I feel completely supported."…

Why do a Master’s? 8 key benefits of postgraduate study

Here are several reasons why returning to higher education can be beneficial for your career aspirations and goals. Postgraduate study is on the rise. Just like the undergraduate route, Master’s…

A hairdresser-turned-surveyor with a passion for getting girls into construction

“If I went into a bar and said to someone, ‘can you guess my job?’ I can guarantee you even on 10 guesses they're not getting it right”. Name: Courtney…