HNC in Construction Management - Higher Apprenticeship

L4 Level 4
Part Time
11 September 2023 — 16 May 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

The HNC in Construction Management course will help you gain a sound understanding of the technical, legal and scientific principles of construction. Seminars and lectures are backed up by construction site visits which will bring your studies to life. You’ll also be supported by expert staff who have professional experience of working on large housing, commercial, and infrastructure developments, as well as having excellent working knowledge of the construction industry.

At Cardiff and Vale College we have close links with industry which will provide you with valuable connections, giving you the chance to gain recognition and make contacts to help further your future career.

What you will study

You will study the following 8 modules on this course:

Unit 1: Individual Project (set by awarding organisation)

Unit 2: Construction Technology

Unit 3: Science and Materials

Unit 4: Construction Environment

Unit 5: Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction

Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information

Unit 7: Tender and Procurement

Unit 8: Mathematics for Construction

Course fee per year

Part Course Fees: £0.00

Entry requirements

Employed in the industry within a relevant role and hold five GCSE’s at grade C or above, to include Maths, Science and English, BTEC Level 3 Diploma (PPP) or equivalent qualifications in a relevant subject. Mature learners with a suitable academic background may be accepted at the discretion of the Course Tutor.

Teaching and assessment

The programme will be taught using a combination of lectures, guest speakers and tutorials. The programme will be assessed using a combination of assignments, practical assessment and examinations.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

11 September 2023

End date

16 May 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

7 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

CPCC4P63
L4

Qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Construction Management

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What our students say

“I enjoyed learning to understand the theory behind what I do in the workplace, where I can put theory and the practicality hand-in-hand together to make the best outcome for my job.” 

Construction in the built enviroment
Lauren Willacott
, Former Construction & Civil Engineering Level 3 apprentice, now progressed on to the Construction and the Built Environment Higher Apprenticeship

Career prospects & further study

On Completion of the HNC, learners can progress onto the HND in Construction Management or directly into employment in the construction sector.

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City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

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