Course Summary

This is a part time/day release course over 3 years of study. To gain the qualification 16 units need to be completed and 240 credits need to be achieved. This Degree is designed for those students with Level 3 qualifications (such as BTEC or A level) and mature learners (25+). A range of skills will be developed as part of the learning programme and will include: • Communication by written report, proportional sketches, scale drawing and specifications • Correct use of specialised terminology commonly used within the industry • Problem-solving in relation to materials and methods of construction • Working with others in a small group environment • Demonstrate engagement in Personal Development Planning. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded a FdSc.

Course Details - Modules

This course is made up of the following units: Year 1 - Elements of Construction Design IT and Communication Elementary Survey Skills Building Technology Year 2 - Design Studio A Work Based Learning A in the Built Environment Construction Technology History and Theory of Architecture Work Related Learning and the Built Environment Design Studio B Year 3 - Advanced Construction Technology Site Studies and Planning Environmental Building Performance Architectural CAD Work Based Learning B in the Built Environment Site Studies and Design Please note - units are subject to change.

Course Details – Assessment Method

All units will be internally assessed using predominantly coursework, short tests, assignments, etc. Work will be graded according to the following calibration. A = 70% or more B = 60% - 69% C = 50% - 59% D = 40% - 49% E = 35% - 39% U = 34% and under

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: K130

Institution code: C09

Campus Name: Cambridge Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

One A Level, supported by passes at Grade 4 (C) or above in four other subjects at GCSE

An accredited Access certificated

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma

Employment as a trainee in the professional/technical areas of construction is desirable

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 3995.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 3995.0 Year 1
Scotland 3995.0 Year 1
Wales 3995.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 3995.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

King Hedges Road
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