HNC Quantity Surveying

Here's what Croydon University Centre says about its HNC Quantity Surveying course.

The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Quantity Surveying for England is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the construction sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.

• Industry-Relevant Curriculum • Developed in collaboration with employers, professional bodies (e.g., RICS, CIOB), and higher education providers to ensure alignment with current industry standards. • Focus on employability skills like problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, and commercial awareness.

• Balanced Practical and Academic Focus • Combines theoretical study with hands-on learning through real-world scenarios, case studies, and projects. • Includes vocationally driven assessments like tender documentation, cost estimation, and group projects.

• Pathway to Professional and Academic Progression • Prepares students for roles in the construction and quantity surveying sectors. • Facilitates progression to: o Higher-Level Roles: Quantity Surveyor, Cost Consultant, Project Manager. o Further Education: Degree programs like BA/BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management. o Professional Accreditation: Provides foundational knowledge for memberships with RICS, CIOB, etc.

• logical Competence • Focus on modern technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and digital construction tools. • Modules like "Digital Applications for Construction Information" enhances digital literacy.

• Sustainable and Global Perspective • Addresses sustainability and environmental impact through modules like "Construction Economics & Sustainability" • Offers insights into international construction operations and challenges.

• Strong Focus on Employability • Includes modules designed to build workplace competencies, such as "Measurement and Estimating". • Encourages teamwork, negotiation, and leadership through group projects and presentations.

• Comprehensive Coverage of Core and Specialist Areas • Covers essential topics like: o Tender and procurement. o Quantity surveying practices. o Law and legal frameworks. o Value engineering.

• Pearson-Set Assignments • Includes mandatory Pearson-set projects to provide nationally recognized and industry-focused assessment.

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) • Flexible entry and progression opportunities for students with relevant prior learning or work experience.

Learners will be awarded a pass, merit, or distinction qualification grade by the accumulation of points gained through successful completion of individual units.

The HNC requires 120 credits, and all modules are core (mandatory):

• Unit 1: Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) – 15 credits
• Unit 4: The Construction Environment – 15 credits
• Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information (or Unit 26: Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling) – 15 credits
• Unit 10: Measurement & Estimating – 15 credits
• Unit 12: Tender & Procurement – 15 credits
• Unit 23: Construction Economics & Sustainability – 15 credits
• Unit 25: Quantity Surveying Practice – 15 credits
• Unit 27: Law & Legal Frameworks in Quantity Surveying – 15 credits

You will be studying on a modular programme with modules being delivered over 14/15 weeks. You must pass 8 taught modules to gain the full Award. Assignments are part of the course module assessment and are normally set when you have finished working through the relevant lectures, seminars and tutorials. There are many types of assignments, including: - • Written assignments • Report writing • Workshop tasks • Coursework case study problems (scenarios) • Individual presentations • Professional practice portfolio