Construction Management for England (Top up)

Building on the foundational knowledge from the Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC), students will develop advanced skills in construction management, project planning, and technical design. Those following the Construction Site Supervisor pathway focus on site logistics and supervision, maintenance and operations as well as practical site-based management. Whilst sharing many common units, the Construction Design and Build pathway specialises in advanced construction drawing and detailing, BIM and digital tools and, complex building design.
Students will develop the knowledge and skills to understand, evaluate, and apply advanced construction technologies used in the design and delivery of complex building projects. This includes the integration of innovative materials, structural systems, and sustainable methods to address the challenges of modern construction environments. You will also develop skills to measure, quantify and prepare detailed cost estimates for complex construction works using industry-standard methods and digital tools. This includes accuracy, compliance with measurement standards and the application of advanced techniques to support effective cost control and project planning. Exploration of environmentally responsible construction practices, focusing on reducing carbon emissions, conserving resources and enhancing building performance will take place. You will evaluate and apply sustainable technologies, materials and methods that align with current environmental standards and industry best practices.
Having completed Level 6, students may choose to study a Level 6 top-up undergraduate degree such as:
BSc Construction Design
BSc Architectural Technology
BSc Construction Management
Having completed Level 6, students may choose to study a Level 6 top-up undergraduate degree such as:
Construction Engineer
Quantity Surveyor
Construction Site Supervisor
Construction Site Manager
Projects Manager
Demolition Construction Manager

Full time ,One year-12 hours per week
For further information please email HEenquiries@tcg.ac.uk
Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.

At level 5 you will study:
Group Project
Personal Professional Development
Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects
Project Management
Sustainable Methods of Construction
Advanced Quantities for Complex Building Projects
Highway Engineering
Maintenance & Operations (Site Supervisor) or Advanced
Construction Drawing & Detailing (Design and Build Technician)

Students are continuously assessed using a variety of methods including preparation of reports, delivery of presentations, demonstration of skills in practical workshops and through experiments, portfolios and the collation of evidence.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS