Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) HND

The Higher National qualifications in construction and the built environment are aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. Higher Nationals provide a wide-ranging study of the construction and the built environment sector and are designed for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in construction and the built environment. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the construction and the built environment sector, the Higher Nationals in construction and the built environment give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.

There has never been a better time to join the construction industry as we enter a huge exciting regeneration period for cities, railways and houses. In the UK, the construction industry employs over two million people and our Higher National Certificate / Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment course matches the needs of the industry.

Learning in our state-of-the-art workshops under the guidance of our expert tutors you will gain theoretical and practical knowledge to take you learning further. Our strong industry links also provide the opportunity for site visits and guest lectures so you are exposed to exciting industry advancements.

How will I be assessed?

Each year of the programme will include an externally set piece of work, the internally set units at mandatory, specialist and optional will be set and assessed internally through a range of mediums There is a range of assessment methods that can be utilised, such as:

● Presentations, written reports, accounts, surveys
● Log books, production diaries
● Role play
● Observations and reflections on practical tasks or performance
● Production of visual or audio materials, artefacts, products and specimens
● Peer and self-assessment
● Time constrained assessments