Units studied on the National Foundation Diploma in year one are:
1 Construction Principles (Exam),
2 Construction Design (Externally assessed synoptic assessment),
4 Construction Technology,
5 Health and Safety in Construction,
6 Surveying in Construction
7 Graphical Detailing in Construction,
8 Building Regulations and Control in Construction,
Units studied on the Extended Diploma in year two include:
3 Tendering and Estimating (Externally assessed synoptic assessment)
9 Management of a Construction Project,
10 Building Surveying
18 Building Information Modelling
23 Construction in Civil Engineering
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Entry requirements
GCSE grades 4-9 in five subjects including Mathematics and English Language.
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Who is the course for?
This course is for students who are interested in a career in Civil Engineering and Construction Management areas.
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Study methods
Each unit is studied through workshop and classroom activities and field trips. There is a weekly tutorial and private study to enable students to work on their own.
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How is the course assessed?
Units 1, 2 and 3 will be assessed externally by the awarding body (Pearson).
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
You will be able to gain employment in the Construction, architecture sector.
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Where Next – Further Studies
On completion of the Level 3 National Foundation Diploma you would normally continue for a second year onto the L3 Extended Diploma.
Completion of these qualifications over two years is equivalent to 3 A Levels and will allow progress onto our HNC in Construction or Civil Engineering at the West London Institute of Technology or university or employment. -
How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
