About the School

The disciplines of architecture, planning, real estate and construction have key roles to play in shaping all our futures.

The School of the Built Environment has a world-renowned reputation for excellence, a far reaching manifesto and high calibre staff.

Our Departments of Architecture, Planning, Real Estate and Construction provide cross-disciplinary teaching across a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in purpose-built facilities. Teaching programmes are informed by our research, conducted through the Oxford Institute for Sustainable Development and other research centres; links with industry through our careers fairs and professional accreditations.

With our experienced staff and active student societies we aim to integrate theory and practice in an enthusiastic and informative culture which embraces new technologies, conserves knowledge and communicates effectively. Our student profiles contain personal stories, testimonials and advice about the experience of studying in the School.

Through our alumni and international links we have friendships with individuals and institutions across the world and our alumni profiles illustrate the wide range of careers that a programme of study within the Built Environment can lead to. Our administrative policies achieved an Investors in People award in 2007 and, in association with the University, we offer many opportunities for professional development.

Each year we hold two undergraduate open days, a postgraduate fair, careers fairs, an Architecture exhibition and various other visit days. The news and events page of this site provides information to keep you up to date with what's new in the Built Environment. If you'd like to know more about the School or are interested in a specific programme please contact us.

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