This course is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance their prospects in a highly competitive and ever changing labour market. It is linked into the National Vocational Qualifications and as such is nationally recognised both by employers and a number of professional organisations.
Level 4
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and hold 4 GCSE’s including Maths and English or equivalent. Alternatively a Level 3 qualification e.g. a GCE a Level, National Diploma/Cert Award or equivalent. Entry is by interview.
Candidates over 21 years of age who have appropriate work experience need not necessarily hold previous academic qualifications.
The course consists of four semesters, over two years. Attendance either one full day (9.00am - 5.00pm); half day/evening (2.00pm - 0.00pm) or (2x Evenings 6.00pm - 9.00pm)
The Higher National Certificate in Building Studies comprises of a number of core option modules which lead to a General Construction qualification.
There are 6 core modules, 4 option modules (chosen via the College to suit demand), taken over four semesters.
Mandatory Core Modules:
Design Principles and Application
Science & Materials
Analytics Methods
Management, Principles & Application
Group Project
Health, Safety & Welfare
Option Modules: (may vary)
Technology A
Technology B
Contract Procedures
Site Surveying Procedures
An exciting, varied and challenging approach to learning is adopted throughout the course, including directed research linked to projects, practical skill based sessions, seminars, lectures and tutorials.
Our aim is to assist you in your learning and for you to acquire learning skills that will stand you in good stead for the future.
A variety of means of assessment are used including written assignments, seminars and presentations.
Students can progress to Degree level courses.
Being enrolled on this course allows Free student entry into some professional bodies i.e. MBIAT, CIOB.
Other than note taking equipment & a Scientific Calculator all resources will be provided via the college. (Currently there is no charge for printing.
Stephenson College has taken care to ensure the information on this site is as accurate as possible at the time of publication. It is intended as a general guide to the College's courses and facilities and forms no part of a contract. The College accepts no liability and reserves the right to make changes to course information or withdraw without notice any of the programmes or facilities described. It is advisable to check your chosen course information prior to enrolment.