University of the Built Environment

University of the Built Environment We are the leading online university in the built environment. Visit www.ube.ac.uk

Formerly known as UCEM, we have over 100 years' experience providing accessible education and offer flexible degrees and apprenticeships in the built environment. University of the Built Environment (formerly known as UCEM) enables individuals and the wider industry to unlock their potential in the built environment. With over 90 years' experience in providing the highest quality learning opportun

ities for real estate, construction, planning and architecture – plus accreditation by RICS, CIOB, CABE and a Royal Charter - we are the leading industry provider of supported, accessible, fully flexible and cost-effective online learning. Solely dedicated to producing leading talent for a better, sustainable built environment, University of the Built Environment has around 4,000 students from over 100 countries benefiting from its education programmes – from undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to professional development courses and tailor-made corporate training solutions - all taught by tutors with extensive industry experience.

Still working on that undergraduate application? Deadline to submit is Monday 7 September, so don't miss out: https://ww...
04/09/2026

Still working on that undergraduate application? Deadline to submit is Monday 7 September, so don't miss out: https://www.ube.ac.uk/courses/

Vice Chancellor Professor Ashley Wheaton will step down from his role after 13 years at the University at the end of Oct...
02/09/2026

Vice Chancellor Professor Ashley Wheaton will step down from his role after 13 years at the University at the end of October.

On his departure, Ashley said: “It has been a huge privilege to lead this unique institution and I am looking forward to reflecting on the progress we have made with colleagues from across the sector in these final weeks before I step down.”

In the interim, Deputy Vice Chancellor Jane Fawkes will take over the role while we recruit for a permanent successor.

We wish Ashley the very best for the future. Read the full story: https://www.ube.ac.uk/whats-happening/news/vice-chancellor-to-step-down-this-october-as-interim-leadership-announced/

How are you spending your August bank holiday weekend? Take a rain check on the festivals and submit your undergraduate ...
28/08/2026

How are you spending your August bank holiday weekend? Take a rain check on the festivals and submit your undergraduate application - we've extended the deadline to 7 September: https://www.ube.ac.uk/courses/

25/08/2026

Can AI help Britain build faster? Dermot O’Riordan, co-founder of AI company Xylo explains how the platform works to reduce the amount of time planners spend on ‘non-planning tasks’ in the latest episode of the BE Sustainable podcast. But is the sector coordinated enough to implement AI effectively?
Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

24/08/2026

Use practical processes to solve creative challenges in our BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology degree.

This weekend is your last chance to apply for a postgrad degree if you want to start studying this autumn. Don't miss ou...
21/08/2026

This weekend is your last chance to apply for a postgrad degree if you want to start studying this autumn. Don't miss out: https://www.ube.ac.uk/courses/

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