Course summary
The HNC Construction Management course will help you gain a sound understanding of the technical, legal and scientific principles of construction. Seminars and lectures are backed up by construction site visits which will bring your studies to life. You’ll be taught by expert staff who have professional experience of working on large housing, commercial, and infrastructure developments, as well as having excellent working knowledge of the construction industry. At Cardiff and Vale College we have close links with industry which will provide you with valuable connections, giving you the chance to gain recognition and make contacts to help further your future career. The course is based at our Construction Training Centre, just a few minutes walk from the main City Centre Campus.
Modules
You will study the following modules. Construction Design Project Construction Technology Science and Materials Construction Environment Legal & Statutory Requirements in Construction Digital Applications for Construction Information Tender and Procurement Mathematics for Construction
Assessment method
The programme will be assessed using a combination of assignments, practical assessment and examinations
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CB01
- Institution code:
- C16
- Campus name:
- Cardiff Construction Training Centre
- Campus code:
- E
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - BC
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - A* - D
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Mature applicants (aged 21+) who do not have the standard entry requirements but have relevant work experience will be considered.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://cavc.ac.uk/en/courses/he/hnc-construction-management
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 51 |
We also accept other English language examination equivalents. The standard requirement is equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6000* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6000* | Year 1 |
| EU | £12000* | Year 1 |
| International | £12000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the College library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the College website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense.
EU students who have settled or pre-settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme, may be eligible for student finance and be designated as a home student for fees purposes. Irish nationals are eligible for support under the Common Travel Area arrangement.
Sponsorship information
CAVC has a range of bursaries and scholarships that students on undergraduate, higher education programmes can apply for to support their studies. Applicants can find more information by visiting the college website
Provider information
Cardiff and Vale College
City Centre Campus
Dumballs Road
Cardiff
CF10 5FE