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

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 in you 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 gain a clear grasp of broad construction principles and management functions. 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. 

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. At level 4, you will gain a fundamental understanding of the global construction sector and the key issues impacting the industry. Level five 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 have completed your studies, you will have the capacity to manage expectations across many fields within the global construction sector.

Our HND in Construction is available exclusively in London, Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham , four of the UK’s premier construction and development hubs. As you progress through your classroom learning, you will have the opportunity to attend insightful site inspections across these vibrant cities and enjoy everything they have to offer during your leisure time.

At GBS, we understand that finding a course that fits your lifestyle is key to making the most of your studies. That is why our HND in Construction offers flexible scheduling, with classes available on weekdays and in the evenings, helping you maintain a balanced lifestyle both inside and outside the classroom.

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.