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HND Construction Management for England (Top-up) HTQ

Level 1 Diploma

Course Location

College

Stockport College

Location

Stockport College

Further Details

Age

University Level

Department

Building Services

Course Start Date

Tuesday 15th September 2026

Course Duration

Full-time, 1 Year

Course Time

09:00 - 17:00

Course Fee

£ 8000.00

Course Code

SFQ-HC5H-3200

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Course Overview

Building on the foundational knowledge from the Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC), students will develop advanced skills in construction management, project planning, and technical design. Those following the Construction Site Supervisor pathway focus on site logistics and supervision, maintenance and operations as well as practical site-based management. Whilst sharing many common units, the Construction Design and Build pathway specialises in advanced construction drawing and detailing, BIM and digital tools and, complex building design.

Course Requirements

Successful applicants should have completed the HNC Construction Management for England and have met the entry requirements for the Level 4 which is 64 UCAS points from either:

A level 3 vocational qualification, GCE A levels or an Access to Higher Education Diploma

GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above.

Mature students with relevant experience and/or professional qualifications are welcome to apply and may be invited to interview.

What you will Learn

Students will develop the knowledge and skills to understand, evaluate, and apply advanced construction technologies used in the design and delivery of complex building projects. This includes the integration of innovative materials, structural systems, and sustainable methods to address the challenges of modern construction environments. You will also develop skills to measure, quantify and prepare detailed cost estimates for complex construction works using industry-standard methods and digital tools. This includes accuracy, compliance with measurement standards and the application of advanced techniques to support effective cost control and project planning. Exploration of environmentally responsible construction practices, focusing on reducing carbon emissions, conserving resources and enhancing building performance will take place. You will evaluate and apply sustainable technologies, materials and methods that align with current environmental standards and industry best practices.

Assessment

Students are continuously assessed using a variety of methods including preparation of reports, delivery of presentations, demonstration of skills in practical workshops and through experiments, portfolios and the collation of evidence.

Progression

Having completed Level 6, students may choose to study a Level 6 top-up undergraduate degree such as:
BSc Construction Design
BSc Architectural Technology
BSc Construction Management

Career Options

On completion, you may consider roles such as:
Construction Engineer
Quantity Surveyor
Construction Site Supervisor
Construction Site Manager
Projects Manager
Demolition Construction Manager

Mandatory Units

At level 5 you will study:
Group Project
Personal Professional Development
Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects
Project Management
Sustainable Methods of Construction
Advanced Quantities for Complex Building Projects
Highway Engineering
Maintenance & Operations (Site Supervisor) or Advanced
Construction Drawing & Detailing (Design and Build Technician)

Contact Details

Extra Costs Involved

Exam Validation Body

Pearson Education Ltd

Hours Per Week

12 hours per week

How Long To Complete

1 year

Programme Structure

Contact Details

For further information please email HEenquiries@tcg.ac.uk

Disclaimer

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.

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