BSc (Hons) Construction Management (Part Time)
2013 Entry
- Five years Standard Entry
2012 Entry
- Five years Standard Entry
Entry level
As a guide, the normal minimum entry qualifications are:
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C2000: 120 points with at least one 6-unit award,
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Pre-C2000: 8 points from two GCE A Level passes and five GCSE/GCE O Levels (Grade C or above) including Mathematics and English or,
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a good BTEC National Certificate/Diploma or,
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GNVQ (Advanced Level) in a relevant discipline or,
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relevant Access course or,
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other qualifications equivalent to the above.
Applicants without the standard entry qualifications may be offered a place if they can show that they can benefit from the course and complete it satisfactorily.
Entry to Level II of the course (Year 3) may be offered to holders of a suitable HND or HNC
Career opportunities
Career opportunities range from management, consultancy or research in the construction industry.
Course overview 
Not only is the BSc (Hons) Construction Management degree at Southampton Solent University recognised by two professional bodies, our excellent employer links have helped to maintain a 100% employment rate for graduates of our Built Environment degrees.
On this vocational programme, you'll be equipped with the knowledge, abilities and technical skills to pursue your chosen career as a manager within the construction industry. The solid background we provide is designed to maximise your employment potential within a variety of careers in management, consultancy or research in the construction industry.
Delivered by highly qualified, approachable staff, you'll be taught a host of subjects relevant to the modern construction industry. Units have been designed by dedicated, professional tutors to ensure you'll be prepared for a leading role in the development and delivery of new buildings, whilst also meeting the high standards demanded by clients.
Strong industry links with local employers have contributed to our successful student bursary scheme.
Professional accreditation
The course provides graduates will full exemption from the professional examinations of both the Chartered Institute of Building and the Association of Building Engineers.
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Course content
Year 1
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Construction Technology and Surveying
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Construction Law
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Curriculum Plus (option unit).
Year 2
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Construction Economics
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Construction Science and Material
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Management of the Built Environment
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Quantitative Analysis.
Year 3
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Construction Technology
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Construction Management
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Measurement and Quantity Surveying
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Economics and Finance of Construction.
Year 4
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Building Engineering
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Ground Engineering
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Health and Safety
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Construction Innovation
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Project Evaluation and Development
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Research Project.
Year 5
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Research Project
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The Building as a Product
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Contract Administration.
Options: Strategic Construction Management; Commercial Management (subject to student demand).
Assessment
Methods of assessment include examinations, assignments that include essays, reports and presentations.
Special features
The course is part of the Built Environment Degree programme with shared modules across various pathways, which allows you to study and interact with those from other disciplines within the programme. This is a good way to develop an understanding of building projects as an integrated process.
The course's vocational and practical emphasis is intended to develop your professionalism and maximise your employment opportunities. Your studies are also enhanced by real case studies and guest speakers from relevant disciplines.
Attendance
One day per week.
Special facilities
You'll have access to our specialist dedicated construction laboratories, workshops and studios.
Field trips
Study visits are arranged to places of architectural and construction interest that link with the curriculum.
Fees
Fees for the 2011/12 academic year are:
£1,950 pa or £565 per 20 points unit for UK and EU students. Overseas students please contact the faculty for details of fees.