Construction Management

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Architecture and planningBuilding and construction

UCAS Points

45 points

About this course

The Construction Industry continues to offer rewarding and sustained employment within the UK and overseas, from house building to major infrastructure and capital projects, all being undertaken with the support of sustainable approaches, and an ethos of community and environmental care.

This Construction Management HNC programme works in collaboration with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), Construction Wales Innovation Centre (CWIC), and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). The course is designed to meet the current skills demand focus of the construction industry and to train students who will then be ready to lead innovative and dynamic projects that help and improve communities for years to come.

The construction industry today faces many challenges, such as globalisation, climate change and a complex regulatory framework. Our course will give you the tools to handle these challenges. You’ll learn about the legal aspects of construction, as well as technical, managerial, economic, social, and environmental aspects. This knowledge will help you ensure your projects are efficient, high-quality, and safe from risks.

This course covers both theory and practical skills, taught by industry experts. Core modules in Construction Management teach you through creative problem-solving and collaborative working. You’ll also gain skills and knowledge in construction technology, project planning, project management, sustainable construction, health and safety and digital competencies, as well as opportunities to engage in work placements.

Preparing you for a future within the construction industry, this course offers students an understanding of the design techniques, methodology and implementation of projects from inception to Client handover, drawing upon UK and worldwide case studies to build knowledge in practical application and professional skills for employment.

Progress onto our Construction Management BSc course.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 45 points

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Swansea

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: HNC

Location: Swansea

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1122 Production managers and directors in construction
2121 Civil engineers
3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors
2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
3114 Building and civil engineering technicians
1251 Property, housing and estate managers

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Swansea
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Architecture and planning, Building and construction