Construction Management BSc(Hons)

Overview

Construction management is the essential link between the expression of a client's wishes and the occupation of a completed building facility. It is about ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted transfer from the design process to the conclusion of the construction.
You will explore solutions to complex and often unforeseen problems, and learn how to advise on their operational and commercial consequences. Also, with the increase in off-site fabrication, coordinating the manufacturing process is as important as managing activities on site.

Course duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time: 3 years (max 6 years)
Sandwich: 4 years

UCAS code K220
Course content

Course structure

Year 1 of the course provides an introduction to the construction industry and the variety of professions associated with it. It also includes site visits and a residential field course to Europe.
During year 2 you will start to specialise in construction management and the issues of sustainable construction. You can also select a variety of option modules which broaden your skill set.
Between year 2 and 3 many students undertake a placement year with high profile construction companies.
In year 3 core modules focus on construction projects with options around different aspects of sustainable construction.

Areas of study

This course provides a technical and practical education, progressively expanding your knowledge and abilities, while encouraging independent thinking and competence. The diversity of potential career paths is reflected in the wide breadth of module subjects.
Students develop the skills to resolve technical, financial, legal and managerial issues associated with the property industry, the environment and the economy as a whole. Communication and presentational skills are cultivated as an integral part of the course.

Syllabus

Year 1
Core modules
European Studies
Building Technology and Design
Indoor Environment and Building Services
Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Materials and Structural Behaviour
Surveying Practice
Legal Studies
Options
Individual study project in the built environment
Languages
Others available subject to approval
Year 2
Core modules
Cost and Value Management
Construction Methods and Technology
Research Methodology
Indoor Environment and Building Services
Adaptation of Buildings
Construction Management
Options
Property Law
Contract Administration
IT Graphics for Construction
Construction Surveying
GIS
Languages
Optional placement year
Year 3
Core modules
Risk Assessment and Management
Construction Management
Project Management People and Organisations
Honours project
Project Planning and Analysis
Options
Environmental Performance
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Building Performance and Design Configuration
Energy Assessment
Building Pathology and Life Care
Environmental Impact Assessment
Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements
individual offers may vary
A-levels:
BBB. Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.
ND/C (Level 3):
MMM.
International Baccalaureate:
32 points.
QAA-approved access course:
acceptable.
GCSE (minimum grade C):
at least three subjects including English language, mathematics and a science.
Foundation degree/HND
direct to year 2 subject to merit grades achieved. HNC may also count towards direct entry.
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.
Other:
Built-environment or general industrial management experience.
Location

Location Moulsecoomb
Career opportunities

Students are prepared for careers, not only in construction management, but in related sectors of the industry, both in the UK and overseas. Graduates also have access to postgraduate study, the MBA route to general management or research.

Visit the careers centre website.
Fees and costs

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

BSc Hons Construction Management [P2EG004]

UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
International (Full Time) 12,500 GBP