Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction Management for England (HTQ - Construction Site Supervisor) – PT Day

• One A Level either in maths, physics, or engineering with a grade C or above
  
• Or a BTEC Level 3 qualification in Construction/Mechanical/General Engineering
  
• Or an Access to Higher Education Diploma from an approved further education institution
  
• Or relevant work experience
  
• Or international equivalent of the above (UK ENIC equivalent qualification)
  
• Or other related Level 3 qualifications like Plumbing, Gas, or Electrical Installation will be considered.
  
  Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered.
  
  You should have GCSEs grade 9 - 4 (grade C and above) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering in case of non-availability of GCSE qualification.
  
  All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS overall 6 and 5.5 in each band.

This two-year course is suitable for young/mature adults seeking to reskill/upskill in the engineering sector.

A mixture of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (3%), guest speakers and mini projects (2%) with 15 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during the academic year.

Students are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15-credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completion of assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.).

Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments that involve:

• Design projects
  
• Rreports
  
• Practical
  
• Simulations
  
• Posters
  
• Logbooks and presentations.

Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on

• Assessment and grading
  
• College rules and resources
  
• Student support and representation.
  
  Staff profiles available within the course handbook but all staff have higher level qualifications in the relevant field and work experience related to their subject specialisms.
  
  Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students.
  
  For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS).The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2023-24 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HCUC (Harrow College and Uxbridge College) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information.
  
  UCAS CODE: K300

The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector.

The qualification will enhance the career prospects of those who undertake the course and gain access to jobs in construction and the built environment such as:

• Building Surveying
  
• Quantity Surveying
  
• Property Management
  
• Acoustics Designer.

After completion of the HNC course students will be able to progress onto the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Construction Management (Construction Site Supervisor) for England at HRUC (Uxbridge College)/ West London Institute of Technology, with a view to completing a full degree programme at university.

Many professional bodies also recognise HNC for further professional study.

• Home student fee: £3500
  
  The fees quoted are for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.
  
  Fees will be no higher than those published, subject to an Access and Participation Plan being approved by the Office for Students.
  
  Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government.
  
  For information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College please contact the Careers Team on 01895 853333.
  
  If you are unsure about your status, please contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students.

All applications for HND courses are through UCAS (Universities and College Admissions Service). For an application pack, contact UCAS on 01242 227788 or visit www.ucas.com

For information and advice from the College you can also make an initial application by clicking the Apply Now button. Our Careers Team can provide you with support and advice to help you through the UCAS process.