BSc (Hons)
Construction Management with Foundation Year
- Foundation Year – Build core construction managment skills
- Industry-aligned – Gain practical knowledge in construction management
- Flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
- City-centre campuses – London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
- Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.
KEY INFORMATION
Level Of Study
Undergraduate
Duration
3/4 Years
Intakes
September, January, May,
Locations
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
Study Mode
Blended Learning (1 day online & 1 day in class)
Entry Requirements
Apply without Previous Qualifications
*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.
Modules Include :
Foundation Year:
- Academic Integrity and Assessment (20 credits)
- Building Design and Building Science (20 credits)
- Introduction to Construction Management (20 credits)
- Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour (20 credits)
- Personal Development and Career Exploration (20 credits)
- Study Strategies and Academic Development (20 credits)
Year 1:
- Construction Methods, Materials and Technology (20 credits)
- Estimating and Cost Control (20 credits)
- Health and Safety in Construction (20 credits)
- Innovation in Construction (20 credits)
- Site Practice 1 (20 credits)
- The Environment and Sustainability Issues (20 credits)
Year 2:
- Financial Management in Construction (20 credits)
- Industry Project 1 (20 credits)
Law and Statutory Requirements (20 credits)
Procurement and Tendering (20 credits)
Professional Practice (20 credits)
Research Methods (20 credits)
Year 3:
- Dispute Resolution (20 credits)
- Modern Methods of Construction (20 credits)
- Project Management (20 credits)
- Site Practice 2 (20 credits)
- Industry Project 2 (40 credits)
A BSc in Accounting & Finance provides a strong foundation in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic decision-making, preparing graduates for leadership roles across various sectors. With experience and further professional qualifications, graduates can progress into the following senior-level positions:
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Finance Director
- Financial Controller
- Senior Finance Manager
- Audit Director
- Senior Audit Manager
- Investment Manager
- Risk and Compliance Lead
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist
Build in-demand Construction Management skills employers need
Why Choose a Career in Construction Management?
Choosing a career in Construction Management offers the opportunity to lead and manage building projects from start to finish, combining technical knowledge with leadership and problem-solving skills.
With high demand across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, a career in Construction Management provides job stability, competitive salaries, and the chance to make a tangible impact on the built environment.
Do I Qualify?
Why study a Construction Management degree with a foundation year?
The foundation year has been designed for students who have decided to start a career or need extra support settling back into education.
Learn flexibly with our three blended learning options delivered at our London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds campuses, helping you to balance studies with work and life commitments.
Choose when you learn with blended learning
Daytime students
2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online
Evening and weekend students
2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.
Weekend students
Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
A BSc Construction Management degree in the UK can lead to careers as a Construction Manager, Site Manager, Project Manager, Building Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Quantity Surveyor, or Health and Safety Manager. Graduates are employed by construction firms, property developers, local authorities, and civil engineering companies.
Yes — a construction management degree is worth it if you want to work in the UK construction and built environment sector. The industry has a high demand for skilled managers to oversee projects, budgets, safety, and sustainability, making graduates highly employable.
The average construction management graduate salary in the UK starts at around £25,000 to £32,000. With experience, roles such as Construction Manager, Site Manager, or Project Manager can earn between £40,000 and £65,000, while senior contracts managers and directors often earn £70,000 to £90,000+.
Yes — many UK universities offer a construction management degree with a foundation year, designed for students who do not have A-levels or traditional qualifications. This route builds the academic, technical, and industry knowledge needed to succeed in the construction sector.
After completing a BSc Construction Management, you can work in site management, project planning, building surveying, health and safety, contract administration, and property development. Many graduates also progress to professional accreditation with CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) or RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) to boost their career.