20Apr
UndergraduateCoventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The Construction Management course will be delivered at the CU Coventry campus The course structure will allow you to experience the breadth and interdisciplinary nature of the construction industry and achieve a qualification which facilitates progression within the industry. The continuing growth of the construction industry, in order to meet local and global demand, has resulted in additional requirements for higher-qualified personnel who can deliver sustainable projects in the most cost effective way. The growing construction skills shortage is a problem for the sector and its suppliers and according to the Construction Skills Network (CSN), the UK needs 217,000 extra construction workers by 2025 in order to meet fill the gaps in the industry. A considerable demand among these numbers is for Construction Managers with BIM expertise in the wider construction industry. The aim of this course is to:
- provide you with core skills required for a range of careers in construction, specifically those related to management and operations
- give you the skills, knowledge and understanding you might need to achieve high performance in the international construction environment
- help you develop an enquiring mind, and have the abilities and confidence to work across different business functions and to lead, manage, respond to change, and tackle a range of complex construction situations
- help you develop an understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environment
- equip you with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values
- Level 4 (HNC) Roles – Operational (Assistant Construction Site Supervisor and Assistant Project Manager): You should be able to perform key construction management tasks understand processes and operations, and work effectively.
- Level 5 (HND) Roles – Managerial (Construction Site Supervisor, Project Manager): You should be able to increase performance through strategic planning to meet construction aims, and manage construction functions to work effectively in lower- or middle-management positions.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Year 1 The first stage (HNC – level 4) units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to construction and different construction management functions. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing you for specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility. No prior technical knowledge is needed.
- Construction Environment, Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction
- Financial Management, Business Practises in Construction, Tender and Procurement
- Building Information Modelling and its Digital Applications
- Construction Technology and Design Project
- Personal Professional Development and Project Management
- Advanced Construction Drawing, Detailing and Building Information Modelling
- Highway Engineering and Hydraulics
Assessment method
This course will make use of formative and summative work to both develop and assess students. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy assures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- HQ01
- Institution code:
- C85
- Campus name:
- CU Coventry
- Campus code:
- 5
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
International applicants
International students should apply directly to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/international/how-to-apply/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component area.
For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.
https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/apply/english-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £16800 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
| England | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7950 | Year 1 |
| International | £16800 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
We are offering financial support to all eligible EU students who wish to study an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree with us full-time. This bursary will be used to offset the cost of your tuition fees to bring them in-line with that of UK students.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities, and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing, and re-assessments should you need them.
Provider information
CU Coventry
8 Mile Lane
Coventry
CV1 2TU