HNC in Construction Management

L4 Level 4
Full Time
2 September 2024 — 9 May 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

At Cardiff and Vale College 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.

How to Apply: You apply for this course via UCAS. The ‘Apply Now’ button will take you to the UCAS course page.
You will need the following details:
Course Code – CB01, Institution Code – C16, Campus Code - A, Campus Name – City Centre Campus 
For further information visit Completing your UCAS application.

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 & Procurement

Unit 8: Mathematics for Construction

Course fee per year

Tuition Fees: £6,000.00

Entry requirements

48 UCAS Tariff Points from the routes listed below:

  • BTEC Level 3 qualification in Construction and the Built Environment (or a related subject)
  • GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject; this profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades A* to C and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as maths and English
  • Other related Level 3 qualifications
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution
  • International equivalent of the above.

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. PPE/Equipment needed: Laptop, Safety Boots, Notebook, Stationary, Memory Stick

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

2 September 2024

End date

9 May 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

16 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

CPCC4F01
L4

Qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Construction Management

Career prospects & further study

£30,000

According to Lightcast 2022 data, the construction sector is due to grow by 9.1% in the Cardiff Capital Region between 2022-2026, with an average wage over £30,000 per year.

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

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

CCTC,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5FE