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Construction Management for England - HNC

Summary

This Level 4 programme is specifically designed for individuals who want to take their Level 3 learning in Construction to the next level with a focus on construction site supervision and management.

Whilst students who have studied at Level 3 will have been introduced to construction management, this course gives them the opportunity to build on that knowledge.

In particular, it will:

  • give students the skills, knowledge and understanding they need to achieve high performance in the international construction environment
  • develop students with enquiring minds, who have the abilities and confidence to work across different business functions and to lead, manage, respond to change, and tackle a range of complex construction situations
  • provide the core skills required for a range of careers in construction, specifically those related to management and operations
  • offer a balance between employability skills and the knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic ambitions
  • develop students’ understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environment
  • provide insight into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace
  • equip students with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values, and to allow flexible study to meet local and specialist needs

This course is offered on a part-time basis over two years which will mean attending College 1 day a week.

  • Course code CT1HE112
  • Duration 2 Years
  • Day/s of week Monday
  • Time 09:00 - 17:15

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration
08 Sep 2025
Bispham Campus
2 Years

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Where can this subject lead?

Career progression

With the appropriate industry experience, this qualification will enable students to progress into junior management roles within the construction industry or to progress to more senior roles/larger construction projects if they already have some management experience. This could ultimately involve working on large-scale civil engineering projects both at home and abroad with site supervision responsibilities.

Key information

Entry Requirements

To be considered for the programme, students should have:

  • GCSE at grade 4 or above in English and mathematics or equivalent
  • Level 3 or above in relevant subject area equating to 64 UCAS Tariff Points

Entry Requirements (Non-traditional entry route)

Applicants who can demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.

Qualification obtained

BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction Management for England

Fees and funding

Please click here to find out more about tuition fees for this course.

Extra costs and equipment

You will need to purchase a pair of steel toe capped boots, a hi-visibility vest/jacket and a hard hat for use on site visits. We expect these items to cost in the region of £40, although this would depend on the type of boots purchased.

We will provide all the other equipment you need free of charge.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: Pearson

Regulatory Body: Office for Students (OfS)

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

What will I learn?

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

There are no mandatory work placements as part of the programme but students who are not already working in the construction industry are encouraged to find paid or voluntary work to allow them to practice their skills outside of the programme's remit.

Site visits to various construction projects will form part of the learning experience.

  • Modules at level 4

    Module title Code Credits Optional
    Construction Technology CT4MD040 15 No
    The Construction Environment CT4MD041 15 No
    Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction CT4MD042 15 No
    Financial Management and Business Practices in Construction CT4MD043 15 No
    Construction Design Project CT4MD048 15 No
    Surveying Measuring and Setting out CT4MD049 15 No
    Site Supervision and Operations CT4MD050 15 No
    Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling CT4MD051 15 No

How will I learn?

The programme is  delivered through a mixture of taught lectures, practicals (surveying and computer aided design and drafting), professional seminars, guest speakers, tutorials, and site visits. The delivery design of the programme will take a blended approach. This will provide students the opportunity to attend lecturers online and face to face. The rationale for this is to ensure the curriculum widens its participation to candidates from other towns and cities. The venue of the classes will be onsite at the Bispham campus in face-to-face interactions. 

Learning Methods

Learning Method Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
Scheduled 376 0 0
Independent 824 0 0
Placement 0 0 0
Total 1200 0 0

How will I be assessed?

How will I be assessed?

Students will be assessed through the provision of evidence such as written reports, construction drawings/models, individual/group presentations, coursework assignments, project portfolios, structural analysis reports and solved calculations.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment Method Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
Coursework 100% 0% 0%
Exam 0% 0% 0%
Practical 0% 0% 0%
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