University of the Built Environment
University of the Built Environment (formerly known as UCEM) is the leading provider of supported online education for the built environment. Tune in for discussions about the real estate and construction industries, as well as insights into what it's like to study with UCEM and conversations with the institution's students, alumni, supporters and staff. Find out more at ube.ac.uk
- Update frequency
- every 15 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 83
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Episode 13: The Next Generation - with Kian Bruney and Jake Wright
Sustainability is one of the defining issues of our time – but how much is it really shaping career choices, client decisions and the future of the built environment?
In the latest episode of the BE S…
BE Sustainable Episode 12: Shaping Inclusivity in Construction, Pt.2 – w/ Dr Chrissi McCarthy
Inclusivity and diversity are core principles of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, with the promise of “leaving no one behind.” But is the built environment doing enough to fulfil this ambition…
BE Sustainable Episode 12: Shaping Inclusivity in Construction, Pt.1 – w/ Dr Chrissi McCarthy
Inclusivity and diversity are core principles of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, with the promise of 'leaving no one behind'. But is the built environment doing enough to fulfil this ambition…
BE Sustainable E11: Cementing climate catastrophe - with Martha Dillon
What is our action plan for phasing out concrete? Mike interviews Martha Dillon, writer and policy researcher, about her research into the use of concrete in construction. Why do we continue to use a…
BE Sustainable Episode 10: Accessibility for All, Pt.2 - with Adrian Tagg
Is our sector doing enough to cater for people with accessibility needs?
Almost a quarter of the UK’s population have a disability, yet the buildings we live, work and play in are still far from acces…
BE Sustainable Episode 10: Accessibility for All, Pt.1 - with Adrian Tagg
Is our sector doing enough to cater for people with accessibility needs?
Almost a quarter of the UK’s population have a disability, yet the buildings we live, work and play in are still far from acces…
Be Part of the Change Episode 10: Autism Awareness Month - with Lydia Williams and Rosie Hart
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 the Change’ aims to celebrate t…
BE Sustainable Episode 9: Finding the 'I' in Sustainability, Pt.2 - with Jenny Davidson and Sheri-Leigh Miles
For all the emphasis our sector places on shiny new tools and materials, we'll only be able to realise a sustainable built environment if we successfully engage one thing: people.
In the latest two-pa…
BE Sustainable Episode 9: Finding the 'I' in Sustainability, Pt.1 - with Jenny Davidson and Sheri-Leigh Miles
For all the emphasis our sector places on shiny new tools and materials, we'll only be able to realise a sustainable built environment if we successfully engage one thing: people.
In the latest two-pa…
Be Part of the Change Episode 9: Celebrating International Women's Day - with Ummi Mahinoor and Kirsty McKenna MRICS
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 the Change’ is an awareness cam…
BE Sustainable Episode 8: Can We Solve the Wellbeing Crisis, Pt.1 - w/ Jason Ratcliffe
Do we understand the impact the built environment has on our physical and mental health? Jason Ratcliffe, TedX Organiser, founder of The Home Health Expert and alumni of UCEM, doesn’t think so.
In th…
BE Sustainable Episode 8: Can We Solve the Wellbeing Crisis, Pt.3 - w/ Jason Ratcliffe
In the third instalment of our three-part feature with Jason Ratcliffe, TedX Organiser, founder of The Home Health Expert and alumni of UCEM, we turn our attention to major challenge fuelling the wel…
BE Sustainable Episode 8: Can We Solve the Wellbeing Crisis, Pt.2 - w/ Jason Ratcliffe
Do we understand the impact the built environment has on our physical and mental health? Jason Ratcliffe, TedX Organiser, founder of The Home Health Expert and alumni of UCEM, doesn’t think so.
For p…
Be Part of the Change Episode 8: A Day in the Life of an Apprentice - with Anna Mido, Zara Edmonds and Panashe Mutasa
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 the Change’ is an awareness cam…
BE Sustainable Episode 7: Stop Playing it Safe with Safety, Pt.1 - with Dame Judith Hackitt and Marc Fleming
Seven years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire that claimed 72 lives on 14 June 2017, the disappointing blame game that has arisen in the built environment has delivered one sobering home truth – the la…
BE Sustainable Episode 7: Stop Playing it Safe with Safety, Pt.2 - with Dame Judith Hackitt and Marc Fleming
Seven years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire that claimed 72 lives on 14 June 2017, the disappointing blame game that has arisen in the built environment has delivered one sobering home truth – the la…
BE Sustainable Episode 6: The Purpose of the Built Environment - with Ashley Wheaton
Does the built environment actually understand and recognise its role in society?
Most professionals would point to their responsibilities and the role of their function in the building lifecycle when…
Be Part of the Change Episode 7: Supporting Students with SpLDs - with Batul Daulby and Danial Shaikh
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 the Change’ is an awareness cam…
Be Part of the Change Episode 6: Living with Dyslexia - with Zara Edmonds and Kathryn Moody
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 the Change’ is an awareness cam…
Be Part of the Change Episode 5: Working and Studying with ADHD - with Laura Pollard
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 the Change’ is an awareness cam…