Building Studies, HNC

Program Overview

Building Studies, HNC (London South East Colleges)

Overview

Join this HNC in building studies and develop a deep understanding of the design, function and construction of buildings, preparing you for managerial positions in the construction industry.

Course Details

• Duration: 2 years part-time
• Location: London South East Colleges - Orpington Campus
• Start month: September

What You Will Study

Year 1

• Building Law and Contract Administration (15 credits)
• Project Evaluation and Design (15 credits)
• Construction Technology & Environmental Design (15 credits)
• Construction Technology and Materials (15 credits)
• Management Principles (15 credits)

Year 2

• Project (15 credits)
• Assessment and Management of Risk (15 credits)
• Optional modules (choose 45 credits):
  • Measurement (15 credits)
  • Building Conversion and Adaptation (15 credits)
  • Building Design and Maintenance Studies (15 credits)
  • Quantity Surveying Practice & Management (15 credits)
  • Tendering and Estimating (15 credits)
  • Construction Economics & Finance (15 credits)
  • Construction Management (15 credits)
  • Sustainable Construction (15 credits)
  • Site Engineering and Surveying (15 credits)
  • Computer Aided Design (15 credits)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• 48 UCAS Tariff points from an IT subject or relevant subject
• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment - Merit or Distinction
• GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C and GCSE English Language/Literature at grade 4/C
• Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview
• Applicants will also be required to be working in relevant employment

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• Home: £4,625 per year (part-time)

Other Costs

• Information not available

Scholarships and Bursaries

• The Greenwich Bursary: worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

• Access to study skills support through tutors, subject librarians, and online academic skills centre
• Support in academic English and mathematics where necessary
• Training in specific IT packages for modules

Employability Services

• Information not available

Careers

• Possible roles following graduation include contracts manager, property manager, building contractor, project manager, and construction manager

Accreditation

• The course combines high-level academic study with practical elements, enabling you to become a member of the Chartered Institute of Building and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.