Construction Management HNC

Forge Your Path in UK Construction with Newham College’s HNC and HND Programmes!<br/><br/>Join us to navigate the dynamic UK construction sector and become a sought-after construction professional.<br/><br/>Welcome to your path to success in the heart of the UK’s construction industry! Our Higher Nationals in Construction Management are your key to becoming a skilled professional in this dynamic sector. Join us for a transformative journey tailored for your success!<br/><br/><br/>- **Industry-Centric Excellence:** Our programmes are meticulously crafted to shape you into a professional, reflective individual primed for the unique demands of the UK construction sector.<br/><br/><br/>- **Flexible Learning, UK Style:** Tailor your study to meet UK industry needs, providing you with a competitive edge in the local job market.<br/><br/><br/>- **Employability in the UK:** Seamlessly transition into the UK construction workforce or pursue higher education in the UK with a perfect blend of skills and academic prowess.<br/><br/><br/>- **Who is it for?** Perfect for students seeking applied learning and a career in construction management. Our Higher Nationals offer a comprehensive study of the UK construction management sector, preparing you for employment, career progression, or further study in the UK.<br/><br/><br/>- **Level 4/5 Milestone:** Upon completion, you’ll possess a robust understanding of principles in your area of study, ready to apply them widely in the UK business landscape.<br/><br/><br/>- **Your UK Pathway Ahead:** The Higher Nationals open doors to specialised UK career paths, offering opportunities for: employment in the UK construction sector; continuing education at UK universities; networking with UK professional bodies; committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).<br/><br/><br/>**Content**<br/>The purpose of the programme is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who can meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving construction sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications also aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.<br/><br/>The overall aims of the programme are to:<br/><br/><br/>- Provide a thorough grounding in engineering principles at Level 4 and 5, which leads the student to the progression pathway at Level 5 relating to individual professions within the construction sector.<br/><br/><br/>- Equip individuals with the essential qualities of a construction professional, including integrity, regard for cost and sustainability, as tChey apply to a range of roles and responsibilities within the sector.<br/><br/><br/>- Enable progression to a higher-level study such as a university degree by supporting the development of academic study skills and the selection of appropriate units for study at Level 5.<br/><br/><br/>- Enable progression to further professional qualifications in specific site management disciplines by mapping the units studied to the requirements of the Professional Bodies applicable to that discipline.<br/><br/><br/>**Assessment**<br/>- Written assignments including essays, projects, and reports<br/><br/><br/>- Demonstrating practical skills<br/><br/><br/>- Completion of portfolio of evidence including observation of practical skills<br/><br/><br/>- Formal examinations/assessments and online assessments as required<br/><br/><br/>**HNC (Year 1) Curriculum**<br/>8 Core Mandatory Units:<br/>- Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/>- The Construction Environment<br/><br/><br/>- Surveying, Measuring, and Setting-out<br/><br/><br/>- Site Supervision and Operations<br/><br/><br/>- Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction<br/><br/><br/>- Construction Technology **OR** Civil Engineering Technology <br/><br/><br/>- Digital Applications for Construction Information **OR** Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling<br/><br/><br/>**HND (Year 2) Curriculum**<br/>2 Core Mandatory Units: <br/>- Group Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/>- Personal Professional Development<br/><br/><br/>3 Specialist Mandatory Units: <br/>- Construction Technology for Complex Building Projects<br/><br/><br/>- Project Management<br/><br/><br/>- Maintenance and Operations<br/><br/><br/>2/3 Optional Units from a choice of 20