Programme summary for BSc (Hons) Construction Management
About the programme
Construction management involves procuring and directing human and physical resources for the successful and prudent realisation of a construction project. Good construction management ensures that the project meets the desires of the client, the requirements of the budget, and the quality set out in the specification.
Professional qualifications
It is envisaged that this programme, once accredited, will give exemption into the Chartered Institute of Construction’s (CIOB) membership framework.
Programme structure
The structure of the programme is as follows:
Level 1 Modules
|
LEVEL |
TITLE |
SKILLS MODULES |
CREDITS |
STATUS |
|
1 |
CE1201 Skills for Academic Learning in Civil Engineering |
Y |
20 |
Core |
|
1 |
SV1032 Quantitative Methods |
|
20 |
Core |
|
1 |
SV1031 Plane Surveying |
|
20 |
Core |
|
1 |
CE1211 Geomatics and Construction |
|
20 |
Core |
|
1 |
CE1213 Construction Technology |
|
20 |
Core |
|
1 |
CE1212 Work based Study |
|
20 |
Core |
Level 2 Modules:
|
LEVEL |
TITLE |
SKILLS MODULES |
CREDITS |
STATUS |
|
2 |
CE2208 Construction and Organisation Management |
|
20 |
Core |
|
2 |
CE2221 Construction Cost Control & Management |
|
20 |
Core |
|
2 |
CE2219 Construction Science |
|
20 |
Core |
|
2 |
CE2218 Contract Administration |
|
20 |
Core |
|
2 |
CE2223 Sustainable Construction Methods |
|
20 |
Core |
|
2 |
CE2224 Experiential Project |
|
20 |
Core |
Level 3 Modules:
|
LEVEL |
TITLE |
SKILLS MODULES |
CREDITS |
STATUS |
|
3 |
CE3218 Advanced Construction Technologies |
20 |
Core |
|
|
3 |
SV3132 Management Studies |
|
20 |
Core |
|
3 |
CE3212 Quantity Surveying Practice & Procurement |
|
20 |
Core |
|
3 |
CE3217 Professional & Corporate Studies |
|
20 |
Core |
|
3 |
CE3215 Integrated Projects |
Y* |
40 |
Core |
Career opportunities
Opportunities are available for careers in construction management, and in a variety of specialist construction areas. Many graduates also move into areas such as business and management.
Support
The School of Computing, Information Technology & Engineering prides itself on its student support systems. Based on the practice of industry we operate an open door policy with students encouraged to consult with their tutors. Personal tutors will monitor progress and provide assistance and advice with academic and personal problems.
The School facilities include dedicated computer laboratories and equipment which are free to use, as long as they are not required for a class. Technical support is readily available supported by academics.
Admission
Entry requirements on to the BSc (Hons) Construction Management will normally be achievement of 240 UCAS points.
Applicants who possess a relevant Higher National Certificate Diploma or a Foundation Degree in Construction can also be bridged on to the 2nd or final full time year or its part time equivalent, depending on the credit value of their HNC/D / or FdSc. in Construction Management.
Generally entry is possible in both semester A & B provided there are not pre-requite requirements for the modules to be studied. . All candidates must have a GCSE grade C or similar in Mathematics & English. If English is not the candidates first language, they will need to demonstrate satisfactory English language skills by achieving an overall IELTS score of 6 with no skill level below 5.5.
Key facts
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