Modern Methods of Construction

University College Birmingham
Undergraduate HNC Part-time 1 Year Architecture and planningBuilding and construction

A-Level Entry

EE

UCAS Points

32 points

About this course

OVERVIEW The Modern Methods of Construction Higher National Certificate has a comprehensive curriculum to prepare you for success as a site or project manager in the construction industry. Crucially, you will develop your professional skills in project design, technology, environmental sustainability and digital applications.

Beginning with construction design project management, you will become proficient in construction drawing and computer-aided design (CAD), enabling you to analyse scenarios and produce innovative design proposals. Later units cover construction technology, emphasising resource efficiency and environmental sustainability, while addressing tendering, procurement and project management fundamentals.

The curriculum also focuses on digital applications for Building Information Modelling (BIM), highlighting its role in enhancing project efficiency, reducing costs and promoting sustainability. Graduates emerge ready to implement modern construction methods, leverage technology and contribute to sustainable built environments, making them valuable assets in this rapidly-growing sector.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • EXPERT TUITION – Learn from our highly-qualified staff with extensive practical knowledge of construction - supported by expert guest lecturers

  • MODERN METHODS – There is a firm focus on sustainability and health and safety to meet the demands of the future 

  • PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Get hands-on experience studying in our cutting-edge construction facilities

  • NO EXAMS - If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many courses in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through coursework only

  • AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY – Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)

    FACILITIES Students on our construction and engineering courses learn in real-world training environments. Our Centre for Sustainable Construction offers state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed to develop skills that support employers and their supply chains, along with specialist facilities for design and IT skills at Camden House. Facilities include:

  • Design studios with industry standard CAD software (AutoCAD and Revit)

  • 3D printers and plotters

  • Renewable energy simulators

  • Hydraulics test equipment

  • Production line technology

  • Total station surveying tools

  • Control engineering rigs

  • Cyber physical system

  • Mechatronics automation

  • PLCs

  • Fluid dynamics software

  • Enhanced IT facilities

    CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

  • Site manager

  • Housebuilding contracts manager

  • Assistant site manager

  • Project manager residential construction

    Want to continue your studies? Completing this HNC will give you the opportunity to move onto the second year of the Construction Management BSc (Hons) course. - Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades EE
    UCAS Tariff Points 32 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2123 Electrical engineers
    2126 Aerospace engineers
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    1122 Production managers and directors in construction
    2121 Civil engineers
    3114 Building and civil engineering technicians

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    Course Details

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

    Offered by

    University College Birmingham

    Birmingham

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