Construction Management

UCAS code: K220

Here's what University of Bedfordshire says about its Construction Management course.

The ideal gateway into a booming sector, this Foundation degree gives you the industry-ready skills and practical experience needed to launch your career in the construction industry. Immerse yourself in hands-on projects; learn from seasoned industry leaders; and explore the full lifecycle from inception, design and planning to construction and demolition. We welcome students from all manner of educational backgrounds so you can apply even if you do not have traditional academic qualifications.

Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement

• Our Construction Management courses are all fully accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), an internationally recognised professional body. On successful course completion, you have the opportunity to work through the CABE membership grades and ultimately progress to chartered status, signifying you are a competent professional who strives for the highest possible standards.

Facilities and Specialist Equipment

• Dedicated STEM building with specialist labs, group study hubs and bespoke teaching spaces.

• High-tech facilities with cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art equipment including an automated total station, 3D scanning and automatic levels.

• Advanced machine workshop and product design lab with laser cutting and 3D printing.

• Industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Revit and MATLAB.

Partnerships and Collaborations

• We take on work projects and review case studies in close collaboration with leading employers such as Kier and NG Construction.

Your Student Experience

• Prepare yourself for future employment with our hands-on approach, which gives you the practical competencies, technical knowledge and transferable skills needed to kick-start your career in construction.

• Thrive under the support of our dedicated academic success tutors and regular contact with your project supervisor.

• Learn from industry experts in our interactive demonstrations and seminars, from local authority planners and civil engineers to project managers and local government agency representatives.

• Take part in field trips to ground-breaking developments. Past projects include Thames Tunnel (Silvertown Tunnel) project, Old War Office, and Luton and Dunstable project.

• Our academic team’s wealth of experience and active involvement in industry feeds directly back into their teaching, so you stay up to date with the latest developments in the field.

Areas of study include:

• Academic and Computer Skills, Health and Safety
• Introduction to Construction Economics
• Project Development and Building Control
• Sustainability, Environment and Construction Technology
• Work Based Learning A - Construction Management and Surveying for Construction
• Building Services and Project Management
• Building Technology
• Construction Contracts, Measurements and Processes
• Human Resource Management and Career Development
• Work Based Learning A - Managing People and Projects

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