The Modern Methods of Construction Higher National Certificate has a comprehensive curriculum to prepare you for success as a site or project manager in the construction industry. Crucially, you will develop your professional skills in project design, technology, environmental sustainability and digital applications.
Beginning with construction design project management, you will become proficient in construction drawing and computer-aided design (CAD), enabling you to analyse scenarios and produce innovative design proposals. Later units cover construction technology, emphasising resource efficiency and environmental sustainability, while addressing tendering, procurement and project management fundamentals.
The curriculum also focuses on digital applications for Building Information Modelling (BIM), highlighting its role in enhancing project efficiency, reducing costs and promoting sustainability. Graduates emerge ready to implement modern construction methods, leverage technology and contribute to sustainable built environments, making them valuable assets in this rapidly-growing sector.
February 2025
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
September 2025
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
A-levels: An A-level grade profile of EE.
T-levels: A T-level graded Pass. T-Level in the following subjects must include Maths – Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing, Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction. 
BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3).
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 32 UCAS Tariff points.
Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
Additional Requirements - GCSEs:
GCSE/IGCSE maths grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
GCSE/IGCSE English Language grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent.
IELTS (Academic or UKVI) of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, depending on your course requirements. TOEFL iBT score of 72, with minimum band scores of Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, and Speaking 20.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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