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HNC Construction Quantity Surveying at Solent University

Solent University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to commence a career in the construction industry as a cost manager on this Higher National Certificate. On this Higher Technical Qualification you’ll gain an understanding of the practicalities of managing construction costs from project inception to completion, predominately focusing on meeting the needs of main contractors and sub-contractors. The programme offers an element of flexibility, allowing students to study part-time to gain the Higher National Certificate qualification alongside their busy careers.

Faculty: Architecture and construction  |  Duration: 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Construction Technology and Materials, Built Environment Fundamentals, Principles of Quantity Surveying, Innovating the Construction Project.

Career pathways

This course will supplement your skills for a career path in any of the broad areas that encompass quantity surveying, estimating and buying within the contracting side of the construction industry. The industry-focused and practical emphasis of the course will develop your professionalism and maximise your career development opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

16 points minimum at level 3 from either 6-unit or 3-unit award plus 4 GCSE/O Level grade C or above to include English and Maths or BTEC/Edexcel Advanced GNVQ or National Certificate Diploma in a Building/Construction related discipline or relevant Access course or other qualifications which are considered to be equivalent of the above. English language: IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,025 a year (2027/28). UK, ROI, EU (settled status) and Channel Island part-time fee Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 2 years part-time

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