University of the Built Environment

University of the Built Environment

Author: University of the Built Environment Language: English Episodes: 92
For anyone curious about the forces shaping our cities, skylines, and the very spaces we live and work in, University of the Built Environment offers a thoughtful look behind the scenes. This podcast comes directly from the institution of the same name, a specialist in supported online education for this vital sector. Each episode delves into the practical realities and future trends of the construction and real estate industries, moving beyond theory to explore how these fields operate today. You’ll hear from a wide range of voices, including current students navigating their online studies, graduates applying their knowledge in the professional world, and experienced staff members who bring academic rigour to complex subjects. The conversations are grounded and informative, providing a genuine sense of what it means to learn and build a career in this dynamic area. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student considering your options, or simply fascinated by the built world around you, this series connects the dots between education and industry. It’s a chance to listen in on discussions that are shaping the future of our environment, one project and one idea at a time.
Episodes
COP26 - Adaptation, loss and damage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:50
To mark today’s ‘Adaptation, loss and damage day’ at COP26, we spoke to UCEM building surveying programme leader, James Ritson, for an insight on the topic. James, answering questions posed by UCEM PR and social media ma…
UCEM in conversation with... Mary Curnock Cook - Episode 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:17
Episode 10 of our ‘UCEM in conversation with…’ series sees guest presenter, UCEM’s executive director – regulation, Andy Youell, talk to Pearson UK chair, Mary Curnock Cook CBE. Mary is an educationalist who has previous…
The Big Debate: Reading Prison [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:40
We ran a competition for secondary school students in Berkshire to find solutions for the future of Reading Prison, which has not found a permanent usage since closing in 2013. After some excellent submissions, we whittl…
How has COVID-19 changed building control? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:16
In the fifth podcast of our series looking at how COVID-19 has affected built environment professions and organisations, we speak to Jane Keely – a director at UK-wide corporate building control approved inspector, Assen…
A wider look at the impact of the built environment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:03
How much of an impact does the built environment have on our daily lives? How does the sector address sustainability? What do you gain from a career in the built environment? Our construction management programme leader,…
UCEM in conversation with... Lucy Gaitskell - Episode 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:50
Episode 9 of our ‘UCEM in conversation with…’ series sees UCEM PR and social media manager, Andrew Belt, talk to Rolcor Property director, Lucy Gaitskell. Life isn’t straightforward and throws many challenges at us. Stud…
UCEM in conversation with... Nella Pang - Episode 8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:38
Episode 8 of our ‘UCEM in conversation with…’ series sees UCEM PR and social media manager, Andrew Belt, talk to Omega RE managing director, Nella Pang. UCEM alumna, Nella discusses her journey into the built environment…
How has COVID-19 changed UCEM? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:32
In the fourth podcast of our series looking at how COVID-19 has affected built environment professions and organisations, we speak to UCEM’s Principal, Ashley Wheaton, and head of facilities, Kathy Matthews, about the im…
Digital Technologies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:17
Join Andrew Belt, PR and social media manager, Kate Lindsay, head of digital education, and Adam O'Rourke, associate tutor, as they discuss one of UCEM's latest modules: Digital Technologies. This module is available on…