Course description
Construction and the Built Environment Level 4 (Part-time)
The new BTEC Higher National qualifications in Construction are designed to address an increasing need for high quality professional and technical education pathways at Levels 4 and 5, thereby providing students with a clear line of sight to employment or to progression to a degree at Level 6. Latest estimates say that the sector needs to recruit and train 158,000 people between 2018 and 2022. It is recognised that FE and HE colleges now need to seize the opportunity to contribute to closing the skills gap and hence increase productivity.
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Entry Requirements
Our typical offer is UCAS Tarrif points 64 (new), or equivalent
BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP and GCSE English and maths grade C or above (or equivalent point score)
For students who have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to be:
- A BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a construction related topic
- A 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 at A* to C (or equivalent)
- Other related Level 3 qualifications
- An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution
- Related work experience
- An international equivalent of the above
Kirklees College will consider applicants’ prior learning when considering their acceptance on a BTEC Higher Nationals, through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Training Course Content
The modules are as follows:
- Construction Technology
- Building Information Modelling
- Science and Materials
- Construction Practice and Management
- Site Supervision and Operations
- Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction
- Construction Information (Drawing, Detailing, Specification)
- Individual Project (Pearson set)
Why choose Kirklees College
98% pass rate for full time students
25% of HE students graduate with firsts
1,000+ dedicated and experience staff members
Continuing Studies
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate / Diploma can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the digital sector.
Below are some examples of job roles each qualification could lead to:
- Assistant Design Co-ordinator
- Construction Technician
- Heating/Cooling System Designer
- Building Services Engineering Technician
- Site Engineering Technician
- Quantity Surveyor