Coast Colleges

What you'll study

This diploma combines core property principles with applied skills needed for entry-level roles in the real estate sector. Modules mix classroom tuition, case studies and practical workshops, and typically include:

• Property Law and Regulations – fundamentals of conveyancing, landlord and tenant law, zoning and planning considerations.
• Property Valuation and Appraisal – methods of valuing residential and small commercial properties, comparative market analysis and factors affecting value.
• Estate Agency Practice – sales and lettings workflows, client care, marketing property, negotiation and ethical practice.
• Property Management – day-to-day management of residential and small commercial portfolios, maintenance, health and safety compliance and service charges.
• Finance and Investment Basics – mortgage principles, basic investment appraisal, yield calculations and understanding financing structures for typical transactions.
• Professional Skills and Business Practice – CRM systems, written and verbal communication, tenancy agreements, report writing and preparing property schedules.
• Work-based Learning or Placement – supervised industry placement or simulated office projects to apply skills in a real-world context.

The programme emphasises practical assessment: portfolio work, practical tasks, written reports and an assessed placement or simulated client project rather than a purely exam-based approach.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a secondary school qualification equivalent to national high school completion or a recognised vocational qualification. Typical entry routes include:

• General secondary school certificate with passes in five subjects, including English (or equivalent);
• A relevant level 2 vocational qualification or prior experience in customer service, administration or property-related work;
• Mature applicants with workplace experience may be considered through an interview and an assessment of prior learning.

All applicants should demonstrate basic numeracy and literacy. Where English is not the first language, an appropriate English language qualification or evidence of prior study in English may be required.

Career prospects

Graduates of the RLST-A100 diploma typically move into operational roles within the property industry. Common entry-level positions include:

• Estate agent assistant or negotiator (residential sales and lettings)
• Property management assistant or lettings administrator
• Valuation assistant or trainee surveyor support roles
• Office administrator for estate agencies, lettings firms, housing associations or small commercial property businesses

With experience, graduates can progress to qualified negotiator, property manager, senior administrator or pursue further study and professional qualifications to become chartered surveyors, licensed estate agents or property investment analysts.

Why study at Coast Colleges

Coast Colleges focuses on vocationally oriented courses with strong links to local employers in the property sector. The RLST-A100 Diploma is delivered by lecturers with industry experience and includes practical simulated workplace activities and placement options to develop employability.

• Small class sizes and hands-on workshops to build practical skills.
• Access to local employer networks for placements and recruitment opportunities.
• Support services for careers advice, CV preparation and interview practice tailored to the real estate market.

The programme is suitable for those seeking a direct route into the property industry or a solid foundation to continue into higher-level professional qualifications.