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University of Staffordshire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our hands-on foundation degree is your gateway to technical careers in construction design, quantity surveying or project delivery. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge you need for a range of higher level roles within the construction industry. There will also be opportunities for industrial visits and networking through guest lectures, events and competitions. You can tailor your studies to the area that most interests you, with the option of taking one of the following specialist pathways: Construction design and build technician – ideal for aspiring design managers, contracts managers or construction managers. You’ll cover construction methods, architectural design, legal aspects, surveying and inspection. Quantity surveying technician – geared to students who want to become assistant quantity surveyors, construction surveyors or cost engineers. You’ll learn how to monitor and control costs and contracts on construction projects. Site supervisor – for prospective assistant site managers, assistant supervisors or construction site supervisors. You’ll look at supervising contracts, health and safety standards, quality control and reducing environmental impact. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: FdSc Construction Management
Modules
Year one Compulsory for all pathways: Building Services and Environmental Science; Construction Technology and Materials; Legal and Economic Context of Construction Projects and Materials; Project Procurement and Costing Year Two Design and Build Technician Compulsory: Building Surveying and Inspection; Construction Information Management; Construction Practice; Construction Technology Management Year Two Quantity Surveying Technician Compulsory: Construction Practice; Construction Technology Management; Measuring and Estimating in Construction; Tender and Procurement Year Two Site Supervisor Compulsory: Construction Practice; Construction Technology Management; Geotechnics and Soil Mechanics; Site Supervision and Operations
Assessment method
All assessment mechanisms will focus, wherever possible, on integrating practical and theoretical methodologies to ensure that students can demonstrate their technical skills by way of showcasing their knowledge and understanding of the attendant theory whilst incorporating professional standards and behaviours.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- K220
- Institution code:
- S72
- Campus name:
- Stoke-on-Trent College
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5950 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5950 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5950 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5950 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Staffordshire
College Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 2DE