BIM is intelligent 3D model-based software which allows architects, engineers, builders and suppliers to more efficiently plan, design, construct and manage major projects. BIM is increasingly regarded as an industry global standard and is set to be rolled out across the booming Chinese construction sector over the next five years.

UNNC recently opened its brand new Digital City Infrastructure and Technology Innovation Lab (D-CiTi), which will support up-to-date BIM training, innovation, standards, and implementation. From autumn 2016, the University will also become the first Chinese institution to offer the UK Master’s course in Geospatial Engineering with BIM.

With the Chinese government setting the end of 2020 as the target date for big construction and design companies to be BIM-ready, the university is confident that the course will attract both domestic and foreign students keen to keep abreast of industry innovation.

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