Start Date
- September 2022, Part Time
Summary
This course is for individuals wishing to develop higher-level professional skills relevant to the construction and build environment sector.
This programme incorporates a combination of traditional classroom teaching, open learning and research based experiential learning, laboratory experiments and demonstrations, use of surveying equipment, industry standard IT applications and group activities. Many assignments are based around students' own work experiences.
The course comprises mandatory and optional units.
The mandatory units are:
Level 4
Individual Project
Construction Technology
Science and Materials
Construction Practice and Management
Legal and Statutory responsibilities in Construction
Construction Information (Drawing, Detailing, Specification)
Surveying, Measuring and Setting Out
Level 5
Group Project
Contracts & Management
Project Management
Management for Complex Buildings
Students will complete additional modules selected by the course team.
Students will normally attend college for one day per week for three years
If you have any specific questions about this course, please contact Anna Hare - Course Leader HND Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Management), email: anna.hare@ccn.ac.uk
Why our College?
Flexible study options
Most of our courses require two days per week attendance at college. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.
Smaller class sizes
Our smaller class sizes mean you get all the support you need during your studies. This is a crucial difference to larger universities and provides you with access to your lecturers when you need them.
Outstanding progression
97% of our full time graduates and 100% of our part time graduates are in employment or further study 6 months after completing their degree (Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes, 2019, for CCN, published by Office for Students)
Entry Requirements
You will need one of the following: • BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in construction or civil engineering • 2 relevant A Levels plus 4 GCSEs (Either grade A-C or grade four and above), including English and Mathematics • Access course with industrial experience • Extended Diploma in CBE. Minimum grades apply, please ask for details. Mature students with a relevant industrial background may also be considered subject to interview.
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. For International students we require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading), the required minimum is: IELTS (SELT) 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components). Please contact the Advice shop for advice and guidance. International candidates are also actively encouraged to access the International Students webpage
Assessment
Assessment is by a mix of assignments, project work and some exams.
Progression
This programme is widely recognised by employers and professional bodies and can provide pathways to both further education and membership of relevant professional bodies.
Career Progression
The course will equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for a variety of interesting and rewarding careers in construction.
Fees
Total course fees £12,080, plus a Pearson registration fee .
Course fees are charged as follows: -
Year 1 - £3,775.00 (75 credits)
Year 2 - £3,775.00 (75 credits)
Year 3 - £4,530.00 (90 credits)
NB If your course fees are being sponsored by your employer, please be aware that CITB offer some funding to support technical training for employers in the Construction sector (see https://www.citb.co.uk/levy-grants-and-funding/grants-funding/qualification-grants/ for more information)
Why our College?
Flexible study options
Most of our courses require two days per week attendance at college. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.
Smaller class sizes
Our smaller class sizes mean you get all the support you need during your studies. This is a crucial difference to larger universities and provides you with access to your lecturers when you need them.
Outstanding progression
97% of our full time graduates and 100% of our part time graduates are in employment or further study 6 months after completing their degree (Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes, 2019, for CCN, published by Office for Students)
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