Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction Management

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application.  You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment.  Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process. 

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

• GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification

AND

• GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification

AND

Passes in 4 different subjects (can include English Language and Mathematics as above) at GCSE level (grades A* - C*/9-4), or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification

Course Entry Requirements

A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points including:

• GCE A level (A2): Typical grade profile DD 
  

OR

• RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment with overall award profile PPP

OR

• Access to HE Diploma (NI): 45% overall and 45% in level 2 Access Mathematics.

OR

• An equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Accreditation of Prior Learning 

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).   Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills) 

• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)

• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk

Related Degree Programmes- Students that successfully complete the HNC and HND programmes traditionally progress to one of the following areas:

• Construction Engineering and ManagementBuilding Surveying
• Civil Engineering
• Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
• Architectural Technology

Entry requirements and year of entry are subject to the University.

Employment- This Higher National programme has been designed to equip students with the knowledge required to thrive in the changing world of work. Roles may include, but are not limited to:

• Site Manager / Site Supervisor 
• Assistant Project Manager 
• Building Control Officer 
• Health and Safety Officer 
• Surveyor
• Estimator
• CAD Technician
• Contracts Manager

Pearson is committed to delivering learning that is rooted in the real world and to develop work-ready graduates with the professional skills and behaviours that employers need.  The course will help learners develop a wide range of  skills including, but not limited to:

Technical Skills

• Construction Site Management - understanding site operations: You’ll gain the ability to manage day-to-day operations on a construction site, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Building Technology - knowledge of modern and traditional construction methods and materials, and how they are used in different types of projects.
• Technical Drawing and Design - proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural drawings and technical blueprints.
  
• Construction Law and Contracts  - knowledge of construction law, including contract types, legal obligations, and dispute resolution procedures
• Environmental and Sustainability Practices - knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability principles, including energy-efficient building techniques, water conservation strategies, and waste management practices.
• Construction Materials - a deep understanding of construction materials (e.g., concrete, steel, timber) and their properties, strengths, and applications in building structures.
• Project Management - knowledge of the principles of project management, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation using tools like Gantt charts or Critical Path Method (CPM).

Employability Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Emotional Intelligence
• Entrepreneurship
• Leadership
• Reflective Practice
• Decision Making
• Team Working

Students are expected to provide their own steel toe capped safety boots for site visits estimated £30.

General drawing equipment such as pencils, pens, Scientific Calculator, setsquares, compasses and scale rulers are also required. Estimated £30.