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Construction Management for England (Site Supervisor)

Course details
  • Higher National Diploma
  • 2 Years
  • Full-Time
  • September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Harlow College
Awarded by:
Pearson Education Ltd

Course summary

Build on your HNC and take your construction career to the next level with our Higher National Diploma (HND) in Construction Management (Site Supervisor). Designed to deepen your knowledge and skills, this Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) is equivalent to the second year of a university degree.

You’ll study advanced topics such as Construction Technology for Complex Building Projects, Project Management, and Maintenance & Operations, while also developing a strong understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environment. This ensures you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills to operate effectively in a modern, technology-driven industry.

This HND opens the door to a variety of rewarding careers in construction, including Site Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Site Engineer, and Health & Safety Manager.

Whether your goal is to move straight into employment or progress to a Bachelor’s degree (BSc Hons), the HND provides a strong foundation for your next step.

Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ)

This course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education, meaning it meets current employer and industry standards.

A Recognised Qualification

The HND is a Level 5 qualification, equivalent to the second year of a university degree. It combines academic learning with hands-on, career-focused skills.

Progression Opportunities

The most common progression is to "top-up" your HND to a full bachelor's degree, often in just one additional year or HND graduates are well-prepared to advance into supervisory or middle-management roles within their chosen field

Designed with Employers in Mind

Developed with employers, industry experts, and universities, Higher National qualifications focus on the skills businesses need blending technical, business and employability knowledge.

Smaller Class Sizes

With classes of around 15 students, you’ll enjoy personalised teaching, individual support and plenty of opportunities to engage with your tutors and peers.

Where will this course take me?
The Level 5 HND in Construction Management for England (Site Supervisor) provides a strong foundation in Construction, opening up a range of exciting opportunities for your future. Many students choose to "top-up" their HND to a full bachelor's degree.

After completing your HND, you could:

Enter employment in roles such as a Site Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Site Engineer, and Health & Safety Manager.
Continue in your current management role, enhancing your skills and prospects
Pursue further professional development or industry certifications
Progress to university, studying for a related degree such as BSc (Hons) in Construction Management, BA and BSc (Hons) in Construction, BSc (Hons) in Construction Project Management or BSc (Hons) in Construction Engineering Management
Core modules
Higher National Certificate (Level 4)

Mandatory Modules:

Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)

Construction Technology or Civil Engineering Technology

The Construction Environment

Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction

Digital Applications for Construction Information or Digital Applications for Building Information

Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out

Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction

Site Supervision & Operations

Optional Modules:

To be determined before the start of the course

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)

Mandatory Modules:

Group Project (Pearson-set)

Personal Professional Development

Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects

Project Management

Maintenance & Operations

Please note that course viability is subject to student numbers.

Modules

Course Modules

Higher National Certificate (Level 4)
Mandatory Modules:
Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)
Construction Technology or Civil Engineering Technology
The Construction Environment
Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction
Digital Applications for Construction Information or Digital Applications for Building Information
Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out
Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction
Site Supervision & Operations

Optional Modules:
To be determined before the start of the course

Higher National Diploma (Level 5)
Mandatory Modules:
Group Project (Pearson-set)
Personal Professional Development
Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects
Project Management
Maintenance & Operations

How to apply

This course has restrictions on who can apply.

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
HDCO
Institution code:
H23
Campus name:
Harlow College

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 64

You will be expected to have English and maths at GCSE grade 4 or above or a Level 2 Functional Skills certificate in English and maths may be considered.

Applicants must also have achieved successful completion of a Level 3 qualification, equivalent to 64 UCAS points, such as A Levels or BTEC Level 3. Other related Level 3 qualifications such as VRQ, NVQ, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma or related work experience, would also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1 Full Time (or after Year 2 Part Time): applicants must also have successfully completed the HNC level of this course.

All applicants who meet the entry requirements will be invited to attend an interview to demonstrate suitability for the course.

Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1 Full Time (or after Year 2 Part Time): Applicants must also have successfully completed the HNC level of this course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
Restricted Eligibility
This course is not accepting applications from international learners.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Fees are subject to government confirmation and publication.

There may be additional costs for this course.

Harlow College and Stansted Airport College are unable to accept international students.

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