Construction & The Built Environment
About this course
Looking to pursue a career in the construction industry? You've come to the right place! This BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment will suit anyone with a keen interest to pursue a career as an Architect, Building Surveyor, Construction Manager, Civil Engineer, Quantity Surveyor or follow any other professional career pathway in the sector. The construction industry covers a wide range of employment opportunities, and this programme will allow you to gain the fundamental knowledge required for entry into the sector. You will also obtain a recognised qualification, which will act as a springboard into higher education.
This is the first year of a 2 year programme. The course is the equivalent to 1.5 A Levels per year and following successful completion of the 2 year programme, learners will have the equivalent of 3 A Levels and sufficient UCAS points to progress to University.
What you will study
Core Modules & Specialist Units will include:
- Unit 1 Construction Principles
- Unit 2 Construction Design
- Unit 4 Construction Technology
- Unit 5 Health and Safety
- Unit 6 Surveying in Construction
- Unit 7 Graphical Detailing in Construction
Additionally learners are required to have their own safety boots before starting the course. The boots can be bought from any retailer.
Entry requirements
4 GCSE's Grades A* - C. Students are required to purchase their own safety boots. PPE/Equipment needed to study- Safety boots, work clothing or overalls to change for practical sessions. Students would also benefit from having access to a laptop or desktop device.
Teaching and assessment
- Practical assessment and written assignments and exams
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.
Start date
End date
Time of day
Full Time
Course code
Qualification
Facilities
Career prospects & further study
£30,000
On completion of this course students can progress onto our HNC / HND pathways or to university to complete a degree in their chosen CBE pathway.