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Open University Level 6 BSc (Hons) Degree in CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT (Degree Top-Up) - HLA* NEW

Open University Level 6 BSc (Hons) Degree in CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT - (Degree Top-Up) - HLA*

Level Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA)

Course Length 2 years

Start Date September Each Academic Year

*Subject to validation by The Open University (OU)

Funded by the Department for the Economy through their apprenticeship programme

The aim of this programme to produce graduates who understand the underlying principles which underpin the construction sector. 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.

Learning & Assessment

You will be assessed continuously throughout the 2 years of the course. Assessment methods include module exams, reports, case studies and presentations.

Entry Requirements

Be employed or be about to take up permanent paid employment as an apprentice, or be an existing employee moving to a new job role, with a Northern Ireland based company. BSc (Hons) Degree in Construction and Engineering Management [Top Up] will be available to any candidate who satisfies the criteria below: A Foundation Degree in a construction discipline, with a pass mark of 55% or above in L5 modules (or other relevant L5 qualification such as a Pearson’s Higher National Certificate/Diploma) in an engineering related discipline. Candidates presenting with FDs or HNC/Ds from other awarding bodies will be considered under RPL procedures. GCSE English language and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above (or equivalent, - for example, Level 2 literacy and numeracy Essential Skills qualifications are also accepted). Age 18 years on admission.

Course Content

• Modern Methods of Construction • Life Cycle Costing and Value Engineering • Collaborative Project • Project Management and Professional Ethics • Research and Dissertation 1 • Dissertation 2

Progression Opportunities

Students can also progress onto Level 7 courses at UK universities dependent on University entry requirements. This may include: • Construction Management • Quantity Surveying • Site Management • Project Management

For Further Information Contact:

Shane O’Neill oneills@src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223

For a full list of SRC Apprenticeships, visit:

www.src.ac.uk

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