BSc (Hons) Construction Management (Full Time)
UCAS codes
2013 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryK220
- Four years Foundation YearK221
- Four years Level 0 Language YearK2Q3
2012 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryK220
- Four years Foundation YearK221
- Four years Level 0 Language YearK2Q3
Entry level
120 points with at least one 6-unit award at Grade D or above in an appropriate subject (under review).
Qualifications equivalent to the above may also be considered – contact the Faculty Office for further information.
Direct entry to Year 2 may be offered to holders of an HND or HNC in an appropriate subject.
In my view
“My course has been really enjoyable as all the lecturers have worked in the industry which makes for a great learning experience. The whole University is also very friendly which enabled me to settle in well.”
Patrick N’deze, BSc (Hons)
Career opportunities
Some of the employment opportunities include project management, site management, construction estimation, and building control surveying. The skills and knowledge also relate to other types of work such as quantity surveying and facilities management.
The industry has some large employers but is very diverse, including contractors, producers of products and materials, consultants and local government.
Career paths include:
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project management
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site management
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construction estimation
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building control surveying.
For facts, figures and further details of graduate employability, view the career destinations PDF| for this course.
Course overview 
The BSc (Hons) Construction Management degree at Southampton Solent University is designed to ensure that graduates can take a leading role in the development and delivery of new and innovative construction projects to meet the highest standards demanded by clients.
You will develop your knowledge of the technology of building and the management of the process as well as understand the economic aspects of a project and the legal framework within which the industry operates. The course's vocational and practical emphasis is intended to develop your professionalism and maximise your employment opportunities.
You will have access to dedicated laboratories, a drawing studio and industrial software.
The degree is part of the Built Environment programme with shared units across various pathways, which allows you to study and interact with students from other disciplines. This is a good way to develop an understanding of building projects as an integrated process.
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Industrial focus
Your studies are enhanced by an employer liaison panel comprising local and national construction companies who contribute to the course with guest lectures, site visits and live case studies, providing a ‘real life’ learning environment.
Course content
(under review for 2012)
Year 1
Six core units and one option unit:
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Construction Economics (half unit)
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Construction Science and Materials
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Construction Technology and Surveying
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Law
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Management of the Built Environment
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Quantitative Analysis (half unit).
Options:
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Architectural Design Principles
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Architectural Drawing and Visual Communication
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Curriculum Plus.
Year 2
Seven core units:
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Construction Technology
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Building Engineering
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Health and Safety (half unit)
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Construction Management
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Economics and Finance
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Ground Engineering (half unit)
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Measurement and Quantity Surveying.
Five core units and one option unit:
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Research Project (one and a half units)
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Project Evaluation and Development
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Building as a Product
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Construction Innovation (half unit)
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Contract Administration.
Options:
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Commercial Management
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Strategic Construction Management.
Why choose this course?
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Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Association of Building Engineers (ABE).
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Option units allow students to specialise in a particular career pathway: Construction Management or Quantity Surveying/Commercial management.
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You'll have access to our specialist dedicated construction laboratories, workshops and studios.
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Study visits are arranged to construction projects and places of architectural and construction interest that link with the curriculum.
Assessment
Methods of assessment include examinations, assignments that include essays, reports and presentations.
Key career skills
Team working, problem solving, decision making, numeracy and IT.
Projects/work experience
Through our network of employers it is possible for you to undertake an industrial placement.