Construction Management Introduction (Higher Education Short Course)

Name: Construction Management Introduction (Higher Education Short Course)
Price: 1500 £

Whether you have a background in business, engineering, digital technologies, or are looking to simply change career, this course provides a clear and accessible pathway into the construction sector. It is ideal for those who want to build knowledge, develop new skills and explore professional roles within a growing industry.

By the end of the course, you will gain a strong foundation in construction technology and industry practice. If you’re looking to enter the construction industry, change direction, or build on your existing experience, this course offers a practical and supportive starting point.

This course forms part of the Higher Technical Qualification so you can be assured that the knowledge and skills you will gain are aligned to current industry needs. It also meets the Construction Design and Build Technician occupational standard.

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Course Details

Study Mode

Part Time

Start & End

25 January 2027 – 4 June 2027

Day(s) of the week

One ‘live’ 2 hour evening seminar including time for questions, per week. This is currently scheduled for a Thursday evening.

Duration

19 Weeks

Contact hours

120 hrs

Self study hours

120 hrs

Fees

£1500

This course starts by looking at the contemporary construction environment enabling you to gain a strong foundation in construction technology and industry practice. You will:

Understand key construction terminology and how it is used in practice

Learn how substructures and superstructures are designed and built

Explore how construction projects respond to different site conditions

Understand how building services such as water, power and heating are integrated

You will also develop an awareness of the wider industry, including:

The roles of professionals and how they work together

The economic and social impact of construction

How quality, safety and timely delivery are managed

The career pathways and progression opportunities available

…enabling you to develop a solid understanding of the construction upon which you can build your future career and/or further study.

Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and in the workplace. By the end of the course, you will have sound knowledge of the basic concepts of construction. You will be competent in a range of subject-specific skills as well as in general skills and qualities relevant to key areas of construction.

This course is delivered online and will consist of weekly ‘live’ (synchronous) 2-hour workshops and seminars delivered through our Online Learning Platform along with learning materials which you will be guided through and able to complete at a time convenient to you.

You will learn through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. By participating in vocational activities, you will develop key behaviours and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research, and analysis. Plus, you’ll be taught by a friendly, committed, and qualified team of lecturers who have both professional and teaching experience.

Assessment

There are no exams as you will be assessed through a mixture of written assignments, and practice-related coursework. You will also be supported with a wide range of learning resources made available via Activate Learning’s Online Learning Environment (ALO), including access to textbooks, articles, and multimedia content. You will have student access through your Activate Learning IT account to appropriate digital applications

Support

As a student with Activate Learning you will access to a range of support, including study support delivered on an individual basis coupled with other resources, as it is important to us that you have the support you need to succeed in your studies.

You will also have access to pastoral support, learning support and access to additional support funds (if eligible). Please see our Support Pages for further information.

Whether you have a recognised disability, specific learning difficulty, or not, you will be eligible to access additional learning support in all the following areas:

assistive software training

IT upskilling

essay planning and structure

proofreading and editing written work

bibliographies and referencing

time management and personal organisation

revision and exam tips

presentation techniques

IT upskilling

essay planning and structure

proofreading and editing written work

bibliographies and referencing

time management and personal organisation

revision and exam tips

We consider every application individually as part of our commitment to widening access for learners who may not meet traditional academic entry criteria.

Typical UCAS Tariff

Use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to check how your qualifications translate into tariff points.

Normally, entry requires a minimum of 48 UCAS points from your Level 3 qualifications comprised of either:

a BTEC Level 3 qualification such as an Extended Diploma in Construction or other relevant subject.

a GCE A Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject, or satisfactory performance across more than one A Level.

other related Level 3 qualification.

an Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant subject.

a T Level in a related subject, at Pass or above, or

an international equivalent to the above qualifications.

In addition, you should have one of the following:

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above.

Equivalent qualifications, such as Functional Skills Level 2, may also be accepted

Please speak to us if you cannot find your actual qualification certificates.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

We welcome applications from people with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds.

If you do not meet the formal entry requirements above but have relevant work experience, training, or alternative qualifications, you may still be eligible to apply through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

This process allows us to recognise the learning you have gained through professional practice, previous study, or other experiences when we assess your RPL application.

If you need any further advice or guidance, please see our How to Apply for a Higher Education Course, or send an enquiry through our Contact Us page.

Admissions Information

Our Admissions Policy outlines our commitment and responsibilities to applicants, while the Admissions Procedure for Higher Education explains the application and enrolment process.

All applicants are also encouraged to read our Higher Education Terms and Conditions, which provide important information and reference the relevant policies and procedures that apply to applicants and enrolled students. These can be found at the bottom of our Higher Education Policies page.

Construction Management Introduction (Higher Education Short Course)

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