Course summary
This full-time programme, validated by Ulster University, is designed for students who are interested in a career in the fields of town planning, property investment, development or housing management and who require a Foundation Degree to enhance employment prospects or progression to an undergraduate qualification in this area of study. This course is also suitable for students who want a change in career. Successful completion of the course will enable students to enhance their employment prospects and/or to progress to higher academic study. A key feature of this course is a work-based learning placement within the student’s chosen sector. In the past students have secured placements in Planning Departments of Local Councils, Housing Associations, Private Planning Consultancies and Residential/Commercial Estate Agents. Note students must source and secure a suitable placement location/provider. Key areas of study:
- Planning Policy and Practice
- Land and Property Measurement
- Domestic Construction Technology
- Construction Economics and Introduction to Validation
- Sustainable Development
- Design principles
- Housing Studies
- Property Law and Governance
- Valuation Principles
- Work-based Learning
Modules
Key areas of study: Planning Policy and Practice Land and Property Measurement Domestic Construction Technology Construction Economics and Introduction to Validation Sustainable Development Design principles Housing Studies Property Law and Governance Valuation Principles Work-based Learning
Assessment method
Assessment is by a combination of coursework, practical and written examination including a 400-hour work placement period in the second year of the course. Note students must source and secure a suitable placement location/provider.
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
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
14Jan
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:
- U193
- Institution code:
- B07
- Campus name:
- Millfield Campus
- Campus code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Belfast Met will not be sponsoring new applications for a student visa for the academic year 2026-27. More information on Right to Study and applying with overseas qualifications is available on our Frequently Asked Questions page on our website https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/full-time/how-to-apply/application-faqs/ International Qualifications Belfast Met and University partners (UU, QUB and OU) must verify that applicants holding international qualifications meet course entry requirements before they can be enrolled onto a course. To help us verify that course entry requirements are met, applicants must: • Provide a full English language translation of your qualifications. Belfast Met will only accept the full English translation from UK ENIC www.enic.org.uk. UK ENIC is the UK National Information Centre for the recognition and evaluation of international qualifications and skills. • Ensure that the translation provides clear evidence that your qualifications meet or exceed the course entry requirements. UK ENIC can also help with Statements of Comparability and UK Qualification Reference Statements. There is a charge for this service. • For more information on UK ENIC, visit their website at www.enic.org.uk . • The Department for Communities can also provide information and/ or help with qualification equivalencies. For more information, visit their website at: https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants must satisfy the Ulster University General Entrance Requirements as specified in the University General Regulations and at least one of the following: 1. A minimum of three passes at GCSE Grade C or 4 and above, which must include Mathematics and English Language (approved equivalents can be found at www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements), and either a). A minimum tariff of 64 UCAS points at GCE A Level, or 56 UCAS points with grade D in Geography or Business Studies.; or b). Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma, OCR National or Cambridge Technical in Construction, Engineering, or Business with a minimum grade of Merit Pass Pass (MPP); or c). A minimum tariff of 64 UCAS points with a combination of A Level and/or BTEC Level 3 qualifications, or 56 UCAS points with Geography or Business Studies. 2. Irish Leaving Certificate: a minimum tariff of 64 UCAS points with four subjects at Higher Level, or 56 UCAS including one subject at H3 from Geography or Business Studies. Must include English and Maths at min grade H6 or O4. 3. Scottish Highers: a minimum tariff of 64 UCAS points or 56 UCAS points to include one from Geography or Business Studies: a minimum tariff of 64 UCAS points or 56 UCAS points to include one from Geography or Business Studies. Must include GCSE Maths and English at grade C or 4 and above. 4. Access Course: A minimum 45% in approved Access to HE Diploma course, with relevant subject area. 5. Evidence of an ability to undertake the programme through the accreditation of prior experiential learning which must be submitted in accordance with the College Policy Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) Higher Education Process available on the college website. 6. Students presenting with international qualifications must also refer to www.ulster.ac.uk/global/apply/entry-requirements for entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Other
You must ensure that you meet the following non-academic entry requirements, for courses running during academic year September 2026 – August 2027: You must be 16 years old by 1 July 2026 (born before 2nd July 2010). You must provide proof of your right to study in the UK. For courses with work placement, you must also provide proof of your right to work in the UK. You must provide photographic evidence of your identity. Access NI/ SOSCARE - Admission to certain courses will be subject to satisfactory Access NI/criminal records and SOSCARE checks. Criminal Convictions Disclosure - The College has a student Criminal Convictions Disclosure Policy therefore you must disclose criminal convictions when applying or enrolling onto a course. More information is available on our Student Criminal Disclosures webpage: https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/life-at-the-met/students-support/student-criminal-disclosures/ Failure to disclose will impact on your place at the College including work placements. The College reserves the right to increase the entry requirements for all Higher Education provision before offers are made, to reflect required academic standards as specified by the Awarding Body/validating organisation. This will be clearly communicated in the entry requirements on course details page.
English language requirements
There are minimum English Language requirements for full-time Higher Education programmes. Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE English Language. The College may accept an equivalent level of qualification. Some courses may require higher than the minimum Grade C/4. You are advised to check the individual course entry requirements. You can find these within the Entry Requirements section under each individual course. Where a GCSE grade in English is specified as the only qualification accepted, other English competency qualifications may not apply. If you have not achieved GCSE English Language Grade C/4 or an equivalent level, you will be asked to provide evidence of English Language competency. Other qualifications may be accepted as evidence of level of competency on a case-by-case basis. To provide evidence of English Language competency, please contact us on 028 90 265 265 or email [email protected]. You will be referred to the appropriate curriculum area who will guide you on your next steps. Where an ESOL qualification is used, the appropriate level must be achieved across all skills - Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening. Applicants should also check the English language criteria for progression to other further and higher education institutions as these may vary.
Please click on the link below for more information about course entry requirements.
https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/full-time/higher-education/entry-criteria-higher-education
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £3235 | Year 1 |
| England | £3235 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £3235 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £3235 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £3235 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £3235 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3235 | Year 1 |
| International | £8045 | Year 1 |
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
Tuition fees apply to the College financial year beginning 1 August 2026 and ending on 31 July 2027 and are chargeable in each year of study. Tuition fees are payable in full at the time of enrolment and can comprise course fees, registration fees or any other charge relating to the course. Payment is accepted by cash, credit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard), direct debit or World Pay. For more information on 2026/27 Fees and Charges, please read Belfast Met’s Fees and Charges Policy 2026-27 at https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/about-us/corporate-information/public-documents
Sponsorship information
Our Student Funding service provides advice and guidance to students on funding opportunities available in support of their studies. We aim to inform students about the range of financial assistance available, the relevant criteria and how these funds can be accessed. Please visit our website at https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/life-at-the-met/students-support/student-finance/ to find out more information.
Provider information
Belfast Metropolitan College
Titanic Quarter Campus
7 Queens Road
Belfast
BT3 9DT