CONSTRUCTION BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship

Level 6
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Portadown Campus
The Open University

Overview

The aim of the Construction BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship, accredited by the Open University, is to produce graduates who will be able to apply their understanding, knowledge, experience, skills and know-how to create social and economic value within the context of the Northern Ireland and UK economy.   

It aims to produce graduates who understand the underlying principles which underpin the construction sector, who can conceive, design and implement a solution to a problem, who can create something new, which adds value to an organisation and society, within the boundaries of organisational strategy and societal ethics.    

The objective is to develop graduates who:   

Work pragmatically to develop solutions to problems and have strategies for being creative, innovative and overcoming difficulties by employing their skills, knowledge and understanding in a flexible manner.  
Are skilled at solving problems by applying their numerical, computational, analytical and technical skills, using appropriate tools. 
Are risk, cost and value-conscious, and aware of their ethical, social, cultural, environmental, health and safety, and wider professional responsibilities.  
Are familiar with the nature of business and enterprise in the creation of economic and social value.  
Appreciate the global dimensions of Digital Construction Management, Quantity Surveying and Civil Engineering.
Are able to formulate and operate within appropriate codes of conduct, when faced with an ethical issue.  
Are professional in their outlook, capable of team working, effective communicators, and able to exercise responsibility and sound management approaches.

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The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2024.

Applicants must hold a Foundation Degree in a construction discipline, with a pass mark of 55% or above in Level 5 modules (or other relevant Level 5 qualification such as a Pearson Higher National Certificate/Diploma in an engineering related discipline).
Candidates presenting with Foundation Degrees or Higher Level Certificates/Diplomas from other awarding bodies will be considered under RPL procedures.
Applicants must have achieved GCSE English language and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above (or equivalent, - for example, Level 2 Essential Skills literacy and numeracy qualifications are also accepted).
For those entering a Higher Level Apprenticeships (HLA), employers may further enhance the entry criteria at their discretion. All applicants for HLAs will be interviewed by prospective employers to decide their suitability prior to being employed by a company. Each the applicant must secure employment with a Northern Ireland based company with a minimum contract of 21 hours. Entrance to HLAs is subject to meeting DfE Operational requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Policy.

Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/ A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

To find out more about the application process for Higher Level Apprenticeships please see Information on Higher Level Apprenticeships.

Modules of study will include:

Modern Methods of Construction.
Life Cycle Costing and Value Engineering.
Collaborative Project.
Project Management and Professional Ethics.
Research Skills.
Dissertation.

Students will be assessed continuously throughout the two years of the course. Assessment methods include:

Module Exams
Reports
Case Studies
Presentations

This Higher Level Apprenticeship is FREE and fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

Successful students can progress onto Level 7 courses at UK universities dependent on university entry requirements.

Following successful completion of the course, students may wish to pursue a career in a variety of areas of the construction industry, including:

Site Management
Project Management
Quantity Surveying
Site Engineering

Faculty of Building Technology & Engineering

facultyBUTE@src.ac.uk 028 3025 9684

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2 Years
Duration

11.50
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10/09/2024
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