Modern Methods of Construction for England

This new course is designed for those who want to help shape a smarter, faster, and more sustainable construction industry. If you’re interested in off-site construction, digital technologies, or low-carbon solutions, it will provide the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving sector.

About the course:
You will explore off-site construction, digital tools such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), and low-carbon energy systems. The course combines technical knowledge with practical insight into how modern construction methods can improve productivity while reducing environmental impact.

Suitable for those already working in construction or looking to enter the industry, this course provides a strong foundation in emerging technologies and sustainable building practices, helping you develop skills which are highly valued by employers.

Level 4 (HNC) units:
• Construction Design Project Design and Build (Pearson-set)
• Construction Technology
• The Construction Environment
• Tender & Procurement
• Building Information Modelling
• Principles of Alternative Energy
• Principles of Off-site Construction
• Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs):
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are new or redesigned Level 4 and 5 qualifications (such as HNCs and HNDs) that have been approved against occupational standards in their sector. These qualifications have been developed by UK awarding bodies, working with employers and businesses to make sure that students get the specific training, knowledge and skills they need for their chosen career.

Specialist facilities and features:
• Purpose-built modern campus – our Centre for Sustainable Construction
• State of the art industry training centre
• 3D Printers
• CAD/CNC equipment
• BIM workstations
• Digital Immersive Room
• Recognition from national construction bodies
• Highly qualified tutors with a wide range of hands-on industry experience

Assessment:
Assessment is continuous, providing a range of evidence of your learning. A variety of traditional and innovative methods are employed including written assignments, practical assessments, individual and group projects, case studies, work-based learning and presentations.

Qualification awarded:
Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction for England (HTQ) - awarded by Pearson Edexcel (subject to approval).

Possible careers and progression:
This course is ideal for those who are interested in a career as a design co-coordinator, construction site supervisor, design technician, site manager or project manager within the modern methods of construction sector. Recent graduates have gone on to seek work in construction and project management, quantity surveying, building surveying, site engineering and architectural technology.