Cambridge University now has part time Real Estate masters
What do you guys think about this programme?
Degree granted: Master of Studies (MSt) in Real Estate Programme established: 2016 Offered by: Department of Land Economy Duration: 2 years Tuition 20,600 GBP = ~ 26,000 USD Profile sought: "This is a two-year part-time masters course designed for those with several years of professional experience in real estate or associated business, have attained a leadership role, are identified as a potential leader or are seeking to take up a leadership role" Teaching model: Distance learning with 5 residential sessions totaling 8 weeks Coursework: 8 modules, see content below
I hate to be so frank, but this degree is a pile of shit, a rubber stamp for rich idiots. Basically just an extension of the same degree prince william did, which says it all really
I think it would actually be quite good, I'll likely do the 1 year FT MPhil in Real Estate Finance after I graduate next year and it would appear the curriculums are quite similar. Out of the 1 year program the placement is very strong- I've seen/know people place at Blackstone, Meyer Bergmen, Goldman Principal Investment, Apollo, Tishman Speyer and other very strong debt funds ect. straight out of the course.
1 Year Mphil:
Core methodology module (mandatory)
RM01 Quantitative research methods I (Michaelmas Term)
Core modules (mandatory)
RE01 Introduction to real estate finance (Michaelmas Term)
RE03 Real estate securities, securitisation and investment (Lent Term) [Prerequisite: RE01]
RE04 Private real estate investment: risk and return (Lent Term) [Prerequisite: RE01]
At least one from
RE02 Real estate development (Lent Term)
RE05 Legal issues in land use and finance (Lent Term)
RE06 The macroeconomy and housing (Michaelmas Term)
RE07 Real estate project modelling & decision methods (Michaelmas Term)
PGR01 Urban and environmental planning I (Michaelmas Term)
PGR07 Spatial economics (Lent Term) [Prerequisite: RE01 or PGR02 or EP02]
Optional modules
RM02 Quantitative research methods II (Lent Term) [Prerequisite: RM01]
EP02 Fundamentals of environmental economics (Michaelmas Term)
EP03 International environmental law I (Michaelmas Term)
EP04 Environmental policy assessment and evaluation (Lent Term) [Prerequisites: EP02 and RM01]
EP05 International environmental law II (Lent Term) [Prerequisite: EP03]
EP06 Energy and climate change (Lent Term)
EP07 National, comparative and European environmental law and policy (Lent Term)
EP08 Rural environment: property, planning and policy (Lent Term)
EP11 Comparative environmental politics and policy (Michaelmas Term)
PGR02 Issues in public policy and regeneration I (Michaelmas Term)
PGR05 Housing and regeneration (Lent Term)
PGR08 Institutions and development I (Michaelmas Term)
PGR09 Institutions and development II (Lent Term)
PGR10 Urban and environmental planning II (Lent Term)
The MPhil program is rock solid. Very good placement.
The similarity between your degree and what OP is describing is only superficial though, land economy is a great dept. However, you are talking about their mphil, the flagship together with the bachelors degree (Some of the smartest guys i know did this). This New course(already a red flag at oxbridge) sounds like a cash grab from gullivle prestige whores
You got the offer?
What made you go for the MPhil as opposed to the other UK RE masters?
Currently an undergrad and looking at options for masters in the UK. Have heard great things about Cass and Reading too.
May be a good program for working professionals who dont have time to study fulltime
Considering it requires 3 years of full-time experience to apply, this seems like it would be a pretty solid course or learning in an environment where you're surrounded by experienced RE professionals. The MPhil has a strong track record, I imagine this could be the same for those with experience who are looking to study part-time.
Does anyone have any personal experience with this program? Or heard more about it? Is the quality comparable to the MPhil program? I am mid-career as a CRE broker and looking to do a substantive graduate degree (i.e. not changing course, but deepening knowledge of fundamentals, etc). That said, flexibility is key because of a fairly full workload. Also prefer to spend $30k than $90k....
Are you located in the UK?
If you are, can I pm you?
Thanks in advance!
I would also like to hear thoughts on the program from anyone willing to share their experiences.
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