Course summary
This is an industry-recognised qualification that provides you with the academic preparation you need for a career as a chartered builder. It is a fully supported online programme with great flexibility to earn while you learn, giving you the ability to study anywhere in the world. This programme provides the academic underpinning and skills necessary to prepare you for a career as a construction manager up to Bachelor’s degree standard. You will have the flexibility to study either a part-time or full time option. This programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), The Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers and The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). This programme is for you if: 1. You want to begin or further your career in construction management 2. You want to study an accredited programme and gain professional membership 3. You want to learn the principles of construction management and strengthen your skills in the practice
Assessment method
The types of assessments used on this programme will include coursework (such as essays, reports, portfolios, reflections, problem or short questions or video presentations), computer-based assessments and computer-marked assessments (CMAs). The exact combinations of assessment will vary from module to module.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Civil Engineering Surveyors, Institution of
- Building Control, Institute of
- Building Engineers, Chartered Association of
- Chartered Surveyors, Royal Institution of
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.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
National Certificates and National Diplomas will be considered but must have good merit and distinction profiles (excluding common skills). Any HNCs and HNDs will be considered. Or Completed an Advanced Apprenticeship in Surveying* or an Advanced Apprenticeship in Construction Technical* through which a Construction and Built Environment Diploma with a minimum DD profile was obtained or through which a Construction and Built Environment Extended Diploma with a minimum MMM profile was obtained, or an equivalent qualification Or A current Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Associate qualification (AssocRICS) and be in relevant employment** * Completion of this apprenticeship will need to be evidenced through a verified copy of the apprenticeship completion certificate as issued by the apprenticeship certification body. ** Relevant employment is employment in a job role that will support the applicant in developing the required skills, knowledge and behaviours. Mathematics Grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent (Grade 4 for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England) And one of the following: Grade C or above in English (Language or Literature) at GCSE or its equivalent (Grade 4 for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England) Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test administered by the British Council in the Social Sciences academic module 79 or above in the Internet option, 213 or above in the computer-based option or 550 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test Grade C or above in Use of English at A/S Level Applicants who do not meet the requirements stated above, but who wish to be considered for this programme should refer to the UCEM Code of Practice: Admissions and Recognition of Prior Learning for the policy on non-standard admission.
English language requirements
For undergraduate study you should possess one of the following: - Grade 4 (or C) or above in English Language or English Literature at GCSE or an equivalent qualification. - Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 6.0 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test administered by the British Council. - 88 or above in the internet option, 230 or above in the computer-based option or 570 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test. - Grade C or above in English (Language or Literature) at A/S Level - A cognate sub-degree (Level 5) qualification taught and assessed in English from the University of Hong Kong or City University of Hong Kong Applicants with a Bachelor's degree that has been taught and examined in English can be considered for entry in the absence of the English language qualifications detailed above.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £27000 | Whole course |
| International | £27000 | Whole course |
| England | £27000 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £27000 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £27000 | Whole course |
| Wales | £27000 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £27000 | Whole course |
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
£1,500 per module x 18 modules (usually students undertake 2 modules per semester).
Total programme fee £27,000.
Provider information
University College of Estate Management
Horizons
60 Queen's Road
Reading
RG1 4BS