Sustainable Engineering and Technology Foundation Studies: Certificate of Higher Education

About the course

Sustainable Engineering and Technology Foundation Studies: Certificate of Higher Education is a one year programme designed to prepare you for undergraduate study or a career in engineering and the built environment. It provides a supportive introduction to the principles of sustainable engineering and construction while strengthening your academic skills.

This course is ideal if you do not yet meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto a degree. You will build confidence in your study skills while developing an understanding of design, construction, sustainability and professional practice within engineering.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in sustainable engineering and technology, while gaining professional skills valued across construction, infrastructure and environmental sectors, including academic writing, research skills, data analysis, project work and an understanding of legislation, sustainability and professional responsibilities.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Academic Skills and Communication

• Data Analysis and Research Skills

• Introduction to the Built Environment

• Applied Knowledge and Skills in the Built Environment

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Lectures, seminars and workshops delivered by experienced academic staff

• Project based learning to develop practical engineering and problem solving skills

• Case studies exploring design, construction and sustainability challenges

• Coursework, reports and essays that strengthen analytical and professional communication skills

• Regular meetings with your academic guidance tutor for personalised feedback and support

You will also have access to digital learning resources, including online materials, industry relevant software and virtual learning tools.

Future opportunities

On successful completion, you can progress onto an undergraduate degree in engineering or a related built environment subject at Roehampton. The course also supports entry into roles where technical understanding and analytical skills are valued.

Example career areas include:

• Construction and infrastructure support roles

• Environmental and sustainability roles

• Technical and engineering assistant roles

• Project support within the built environment

• Further study in engineering and technology

The transferable skills you develop, including teamwork, problem solving and critical analysis, will support both further academic study and professional progression.

Facilities

You will study in a supportive academic environment with access to specialist facilities.

• Modern teaching rooms and seminar spaces

• Project based learning environments for engineering activities

• Library resources including technical texts and online databases

• Dedicated study areas and careers support services

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply sustainable engineering and technology knowledge with confidence.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.