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Pearson Education

Awarded Degree

HND in Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician)

Duration

2 years

Location

London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds

Delivery

Weekends

Fees

£6,000 per year

 

Our HND Construction Management course at GBS puts you on track to reaching your career goals within the global construction sector. The course has been designed to develop your specialist skills and knowledge, and to transform you into the professional that top employers in the construction industry are looking for.
Upon graduation, a range of careers paths will be open to you, including:

  • Assistant design co-ordinator
  • Design & build co-ordinator
  • Construction site supervisor
  • Construction design technician
  • Site manager
  • Project manager
  • Health & safety manager
  • Planning supervisor

You will gain an understanding of the way technology is transforming construction, and will be ready and equipped to work with this technology. You will also learn more about contemporary issues facing the industry - in particular sustainability and the environment - and about the role that construction plays in addressing these issues.

The construction industry is a very practical, technical and hands-on environment, and teaching and learning on the course reflects this. You will learn from real life examples, work-related learning, practical sessions, site inspections and expert guest speakers from the sector – all of which brings learning to life and makes for a dynamic student experience.

Evening classes are available, subject to minimum class size.

Year 1:

  • Building Information Modelling (15 credits)
  • Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology (15 credits)
  • Digital Applications for Construction Information (15 credits)
  • Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction (15 credits)
  • Legal & Statutory Responsibilities in Construction (15 credits)
    Tender & Procurement (15 credits)
  • The Construction Environment (15 credits)

Year 2:

  • Advanced Construction Drawing & Detailing (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects (15 credits)
  • Contracts & Management (15 credits)
  • Group Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Maintenance & Operations (15 credits)
  • Personal Professional Development (15 credits)
  • Project Management (15 credits)
  • Sustainable Methods of Construction (15 credits)

There are no formal examinations required for this course.  Assessments are undertaken in various ways: 

  • Presentations
  • Reports/Project reports
  • In-class tests
  • Work-based projects
  • Professional discussions
  • Writing an assignment/report/essay
  • CAD drawings and specifications
  • Practical assessments
  • Analysing a case study
  • Completing a portfolio of evidence

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work.

Self-study is vital to your success on this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.

Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and: 

  • Have a Level 3 qualification or an Access to Higher Education certificate.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.
  • Pass an Academic interview.

Applicants Aged 21+:

  • We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.

Next Steps:

  1. Please fill out an application form by clicking on the  ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
  2. Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
  3. A panel interview takes place to assess your application. 
  4. GBS make a final decision on your application.

Funding Your Study
You can apply for financial help to support your studies by visiting gov.uk/student finance.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
  • If you are eligible, you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan which will be paid directly to your university or learning provider and is used to settle your tuition fees on your behalf. You will be required to start repaying the loan when you have finished your studies, and your income is above the required threshold set out by the UK Government. 

  • If you are eligible, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan, these funds are paid directly into your bank account in accordance with your course of study and pre-set intervals. The maintenance loan repayment operates in the same way as it does for tuition fee loans.

  • All students need to meet the eligibility criteria to apply such as eligibility checks on your nationality, residency status and any previous study that you have been funded for.
For full details, more information or advice on how to apply, please visit gov.uk/student finance.

Year 1:

  • Building Information Modelling (15 credits)
  • Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology (15 credits)
  • Digital Applications for Construction Information (15 credits)
  • Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction (15 credits)
  • Legal & Statutory Responsibilities in Construction (15 credits)
  • Tender & Procurement (15 credits)
  • The Construction Environment (15 credits)

Year 2:

  • Advanced Construction Drawing & Detailing (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects (15 credits)
  • Contracts & Management (15 credits)
  • Group Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Maintenance & Operations (15 credits)
  • Personal Professional Development (15 credits)
  • Project Management (15 credits)
  • Sustainable Methods of Construction (15 credits)

There are no formal examinations required for this course.  Assessments are undertaken in various ways: 

  • Presentations
  • Reports/Project reports
  • In-class tests
  • Work-based projects
  • Professional discussions
  • Writing an assignment/report/essay
  • CAD drawings and specifications
  • Practical assessments
  • Analyzing a case study
  • Completing a portfolio of evidence

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work.

Self-study is vital to your success on this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.

Applicants must be aged 18+ and: 

  • Have a Level 3 qualification or an Access to Higher Education certificate.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.
  • Pass an Academic interview.

Applicants aged 21+:

  • We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.

Next steps:

  1. Please fill out an application form by clicking on the  ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
  2. Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
  3. A panel interview takes place to assess your application. 
  4. GBS make a final decision on your application.
Funding Your Study
You can apply for financial help to support your studies by visiting gov.uk/student finance.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
  • If you are eligible, you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan which will be paid directly to your university or learning provider and is used to settle your tuition fees on your behalf. You will be required to start repaying the loan when you have finished your studies, and your income is above the required threshold set out by the UK Government. 

  • If you are eligible, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan, these funds are paid directly into your bank account in accordance with your course of study and pre-set intervals. The maintenance loan repayment operates in the same way as it does for tuition fee loans.

  • All students need to meet the eligibility criteria to apply such as eligibility checks on your nationality, residency status and any previous study that you have been funded for.
For full details, more information or advice on how to apply, please visit gov.uk/student finance.

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FAQ

1. Is the HND in Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) course for me?

Our HND in Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) is designed to build your key skills and understanding of the global construction sector. Our in-house experts will instil you will a modern perspective of global construction, with a practical curriculum that exposes you to different kinds of learning. If you are a current construction professional looking to build your skill set, or someone considering a career in the industry for the first time - this is the right course to invest in.

Over the duration of two years, this HND in Construction Management course will give you a strong fundamental scope of the global construction sector. You will also develop the specialised skills and understanding that top employers are demanding from their recruits. Your first year will enable you to get gain a clear grasp of how the modern construction industry operates. The second year will focus on more specialised areas of the industry with key topics including Maintenance and Operations, Personal professional development and Management for Complex Building Projects.

The personal development and new skills you acquire on our HND in Construction will enable you to thrive across several career paths across the construction industry. The careers you’ll be able to consider after graduating include:

  • Assistant Design Co-Ordinator
  • Design & Build Co-Ordinator
  • Construction Site Supervisor
  • Construction Design Technician
  • Site Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Health & Safety Manager
  • Planning Supervisor

Here are the entry requirements for this course:

Applicants must be aged 18+ and: 

  • Have a Level 3 qualification or an Access to Higher Education certificate.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.
  • Pass an Academic interview.

Applicants aged 21+:

  • We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.

Next Steps:

  1. Please fill out an application form by clicking on the  ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
  2. Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
  3. A panel interview takes place to assess your application. 
  4. GBS make a final decision on your application.

The construction industry is an environment that requires the right blend of practical and technical understanding to be effective. Therefore, our HND in Construction is designed to give you the best of both worlds with your learning. In Year 1, you will gain a fundamental understanding of the global construction sector and the key issues impacting the industry. The second year delivers a more technical insight into key areas of the industry while exposing you to real-life case studies, interactive practical sessions, site inspections and expert guest speakers from the sector. When you’ve completed your studies, you will have the capacity to manage the expectations across many fields within the global construction sector.

Our HND in Construction is available exclusively in London, one of the world’s premier construction development hubs. As you learn in the classroom, you’ll be able to attend interesting site inspections across the Capital — and enjoy all that London has to offer during your leisure time.

At GBS, we know that finding a course that fits in with your life is essential for getting the most from your studies. Therefore, our HND in Construction course is available on weekdays, evenings and weekends — providing the space you need to keep your lifestyle balanced inside and out of the classroom.

There are no formal examinations required for this course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways:

  • Presentations
  • Reports/Project reports
  • In-class tests
  • Work-based projects
  • Professional discussions
  • Writing an assignment/report/essay
  • CAD drawings and specifications
  • Practical assessments
  • Analyzing a case study
  • Completing a portfolio of evidence

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work.

Self-study is vital to your success in this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.