HNC CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FOR ENGLAND - CONSTRUCTION SITE SUPERVISOR (HTQ)
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Construction Management for England develops learners as professional, self-reflecting individuals who are able to meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving construction sector and the skills and knowledge to adapt in a constantly changing world.
On this course you will develop your knowledge, understanding and skills, whilst providing an experience of the construction sector that prepares you for further study or employment. Alongside the development of your skills and knowledge, you will also devleop practical skills in research, independent study, and directed study. You will also engage in work-based learning activities to develop professional behaviours and transferable skills.
The HNC in Construction Management for England contains two specialist pathways to choose from which align to your career ambitions:
- Construction Design and Build Technician
- Construction Site Supervisor
This qualification carries the Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) quality mark and is designed to meet the knowledge, skills, and behaviours for identified job roles associated with the relevant Occupational Standards. It is also recognised as an Institute of Technology (IoT) course, aiming to improve digital literacy of the workforce in the construction industry.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The programme consists of the following units:
- Construction Design Project (Pearson Set)
- The Construction Environment
- Legal & Statutory requirements in Construction
- Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out
- Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction
- Site Supervision & Operations
Depending on your chosen pathway, you will choose 2 of the following units:
- Construction Technology
or
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Digital Applications for Construction Information
or
- Digital Applications for Building information Modelling
HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?
The programme is delivered through a combination of taught lectures, practical activities, workshops, tutorials, and site visits.
As a student on this course, you will also have access to our virtual learning environment, Canvas, for additional resources to support your studies.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Students will be assessed through the provision of evidence such as written reports, construction drawings/models, individual/group presentations, coursework assignments, project portfolios, structural analysis reports and solved calculations.
HOW MUCH WILL THIS COURSE COST?
Tuition Fee: Year 1: £3500 per year (2024/25)
Important Notice: Tuition fees for Higher Education courses starting in the 2025/26 academic year are currently under review.
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
Further study
Students who successfully complete this programme will be able to progress onto a Level 5 Higher National Diploma or a full degree course in the construction management field.
Career opportunities
With the appropriate industry experience, this qualification will enable students to progress into junior management roles within the construction industry or to progress to more senior roles/larger construction projects if they already have some management experience. This could ultimately involve working on large-scale civil engineering projects both at home and abroad with site supervision responsibilities.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?
Awarded by: Pearson
Mode of Study: 2 Years, part-time
Location: Preston College, Fulwood Campus
Important Notice: Tuition fees for Higher Education courses starting in the 2025/26 academic year are currently under review.
Additional costs: You will need to purchase a pair of steel toe capped boots, a hi-visibility vest/jacket and a hard hat for use on site visits. We expect these items to cost in the region of £40, although this would depend on the type of boots purchased.
Please note this course will run subject to minimum student numbers.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Preston College operates a flexible admissions policy, welcoming applicants with a wide range of qualifications and/or experience, with each application assessed on its own merit. We also recognise prior learning/attainment (RPL) and experience, meaning it may be possible to map some of your existing qualifications against the units for the programme.
If this applies to you, we will discuss this with you at the interview stage.
For students who have recently been in education, we would expect an applicant to have one of the following:
To be considered for the programme, students should have:
- GCSE at grade 4 or above in English and mathematics or equivalent
- Level 3 or above in relevant subject area
- Relevant work experience
Applicants who can demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis
Students who are not already working in the construction industry are encouraged to find paid or voluntary work to allow them to practice their skills outside of the programme's remit.