CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT Level 3 National Diploma

Level 3
Further Education
Portadown Campus
Pearson

Overview

This course is specifically tailored for individuals who are currently employed or wishing to seek employment as technicians in the fields of architecture, quantity surveying, or construction. It aims to provide a national qualification that will boost career prospects and open doors for further education opportunities. This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and technologies that underpin the construction industry, preparing learners for various roles within the sector.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course and have been in education to key stage 4 (completion of compulsory education).

Applicants should normally hold the following:

15 points or greater at GCSE, consisting of at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C, or equivalent; OR
BTEC Level 2 First Diploma or equivalent at Pass or above with an overall profile equating to 15 points; OR
NVQ Level 2 (in relevant subject area); OR
Leaving Certificate – a profile equivalent to 12 points (of which 3 subjects must be achieved at Grade C3 or better at Ordinary Level) pre-2017. From 2017 onwards, or entry in 2018, 3 subjects must be achieved at 04 or better at Ordinary Level.

Applicants who do not possess GCSE English Language at Grade C or higher (or equivalent) must be able to demonstrate as part of their application they can communicate in written and spoken English Language to an acceptable level to succeed in the course. The College reserves the right to refer any applicant to appropriate English Language or Literacy classes until their level of fluency in written and spoken English is sufficient to allow participation in other areas of study.

Mandatory units will include:

Construction Principles
Construction Design
Construction Technology
Health and Safety in Construction
Surveying in Construction
Graphical Detailing in Construction
Building Regulations and Control in Construction

Learners will also be required to study 3 optional units.

Assessment will include externally devised exams and internally devised assignments.

This course is equivalent to 2 A-Levels. On successful completion of this course, learners, may wish to progress to higher education in a related subject area or seek employment within the industry.

After completing the Level 3 National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, learners can pursue various career paths in the construction industry which include architecture, quantity surveying and other building related roles.