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HNC Construction

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Do you get excited by the idea of a career in designing and managing the buildings we live in? This part-time Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Construction will help you take your first steps into construction and project management.

On this level 4 course, you'll get practical experience with emerging technologies (such as 3D printing and computer-aided design) and a grounding in the legal responsibilities and health and safety of construction management. You'll be learning from staff at Eastleigh College with extensive industrial experience, working toward a deep understanding of the construction process from design to completion.

When you complete this Construction HNC, you'll be fully equipped to take your next step into a job designing and managing construction projects, or to study further for a full degree in construction, or for a specialist role like surveyor or architect.

General Eligibility

  • UCAS points – 24 points from an A level in Construction or related subject

  • Level 3 vocational equivalent (diploma / extended diploma)

  • T Level – Pass (D or E in the core)

    • Acceptable T level subjects include Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning; Building Services Engineering; Onsite Construction

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – PPP (must be in a construction or engineering discipline)

  • Equivalent industry experience in a relevant field

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

All modules in Year 1 of this HNC Construction course are core and are worth 20 credits each.

  • Construction Information (Design Detailing)

  • Construction Science and Materials

  • Construction Technology

2 Year 2

All modules in Year 2 of this HNC Construction course are core and are worth 20 credits each.

  • Construction Practice and Management

  • Legal and Statutory Responsibilities in Construction

  • Individual Construction Project

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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