Construction Management HND

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/>- <strong>Industry-Centric Excellence:</strong> 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/>- <strong>Flexible Learning, UK Style:</strong> Tailor your study to meet UK industry needs, providing you with a competitive edge in the local job market.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Employability in the UK:</strong> 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/>- <strong>Who is it for?</strong> 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/>- <strong>Level 4/5 Milestone:</strong> 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/>- <strong>Your UK Pathway Ahead:</strong> 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/><strong>Content</strong><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/><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/><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/><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/><br/><strong>Assessment</strong><br/>• Written assignments including essays, projects, and reports<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Demonstrating practical skills<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Completion of portfolio of evidence including observation of practical skills<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Formal examinations/assessments and online assessments as required<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>HNC (Year 1) Curriculum</strong><br/>8 Core Mandatory Units:<br/>• Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• The Construction Environment<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Surveying, Measuring, and Setting-out<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Site Supervision and Operations<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Construction Technology <strong>OR</strong> Civil Engineering Technology <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Digital Applications for Construction Information <strong>OR</strong> Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>HND (Year 2) Curriculum</strong><br/>2 Core Mandatory Units: <br/>• Group Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Personal Professional Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>3 Specialist Mandatory Units: <br/>• Construction Technology for Complex Building Projects<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Project Management<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Maintenance and Operations<br/><br/><br/><br/>2/3 Optional Units from a choice of 20