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Future Homes Design and Construction HNC

Nottingham Trent University

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  • Qualification

    Higher National Certificate - HNC

  • Location

    Mansfield

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Years

Course summary

Taught at our NTU in Mansfield campus, this new course is centred on modern methods of construction. Its focus is on sustainable and low carbon methods of future homes design and construction that help reduce the industry's carbon footprint. Through applied and practical work, you'll explore the technical, social, and economic challenges that need to be overcome in transitioning to zero carbon.To achieve the UK's target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, it will be essential to transform existing housing with insulation, low carbon heating, and renewable energy generation. This shift is already producing increasing employment opportunities in emerging low-carbon sectors and zero-carbon homes. We'll provide you with the knowledge and skills to take advantage of these new spaces, and make a positive impact in the built environment.This new course is centred on modern methods of construction. Its focus is on sustainable and low carbon methods of future homes design and construction that help reduce the industry's carbon footprint. Through applied and practical work, you'll explore the technical, social, and economic challenges that need to be overcome in transitioning to zero carbon.With an emphasis on the design, manufacture, and installation of housing, using off-site, factory-built, and new technologies, you'll gain a thorough grounding in construction and built environment principles. The course will develop you as a professional, self-reflecting individual and provide you with the in-demand skills required by the construction industry to meet the global priorities of de-carbonisation and sustainable construction.


Why choose this course?

- You'll study at our NTU in Mansfield campus, where you'll have access to fantastic buildings, and all of the tools and technology you need to learn about sustainable construction and low carbon homes. - The course prepares you to progress to a range of roles in the construction industry and the opportunity to continue your studies on a university degree course. - Delivered full-time for two days per week, this course enables you to fit learning around your work and other commitments. You'll also have opportunities to undertake additional placements during the year. - Developed in collaboration with a range of employers, students and subject experts, this course is designed to meet the changing needs of industry.

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University

  • University League Table

    45th

  • Campus address

    Nottingham Trent University, 50 Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 4FQ, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Building

    10th out of 36 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 158
    119 75%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    14th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    7th

    3

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