HND

Construction Management

  • Industry-aligned – Earn globally recognized business certifications to boost your career readiness and employability.
  • flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
  • City-centre campuses – London, Birmingham, and Manchester
  • Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.

KEY INFORMATION

Level Of Study

Level 5 - Higher National Diploma

Duration

2 Years

Intakes

September, January, April, June

Locations

London, Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds

Study Mode

2 days a week (Weekend and evenings timetable available)

Entry Requirements

Apply without Previous Qualifications

*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.

Modules
Career Progression

Modules Include :

Year 1:

  • Building Information Modelling (15 credits)
  • Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology (15 credits)
  • Digital Applications for Construction Information (15 credits)
  • Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction (15 credits)
  • Legal & Statutory Responsibilities in Construction (15 credits)
  • Tender & Procurement (15 credits)
  • The Construction Environment (15 credits)

Year 2:

  • Advanced Construction Drawing & Detailing (15 credits)
  • Construction Technology for Complex Buildings Projects (15 credits)
  • Contracts & Management (15 credits)
  • Group Project (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Maintenance & Operations (15 credits)
  • Personal Professional Development (15 credits)
  • Project Management (15 credits)
  • Sustainable Methods of Construction (15 credits)
You may also continue on to a 1 Year (Top Up course) and gain a full Degree

Possible career options include:

  • Site Manager
  • Project Manager (Construction)
  • Construction Manager
  • Contracts Manager
  • Building Control Surveyor
  • Quantity Surveyor Health and Safety Manager (Construction)
  • Construction Operations Manager

Build in-demand Construction Management skills employers need

Gain practical Construction Management knowledge and skills that employers value across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Real-World Experience Learn through live projects, case studies, and site visits while developing problem-solving, leadership, and project management skills for a successful construction career.

Why Choose a Career in Construction Management?

A career in Construction Management offers high-demand job opportunities, hands-on experience, and the chance to lead and manage projects that shape our built environment. With skills in planning, site management, and problem-solving, you can build a rewarding and fast-growing career in residential, commercial, or industrial construction.

Do I Qualify?

Speak to one of our expert course advisors and find out if you are eligible in under 2 mins.

Choose when you learn with blended learning

Blended learning is a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, designed to help you balance your studies with work, family, or other responsibilities.

We offer  timetables for you to choose from in either London, Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds

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

An HND in Construction Management (Higher National Diploma) is a Level 5 qualification in the UK, equivalent to the first two years of a degree. It develops knowledge in construction technology, project management, health and safety, sustainability, and building design, preparing students for careers in the construction and property industry.

With an HND in Construction Management, you can apply for roles such as Site Manager, Construction Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor Assistant, Building Control Officer, Health and Safety Manager, or Contracts Manager. Graduates often find employment with construction firms, housing developers, local councils, and engineering consultancies.

Yes — an HND in Construction Management is worth it if you want to enter the construction and property industry with strong career prospects. The qualification provides both technical knowledge and practical management skills, making you highly employable in the UK’s growing construction sector.

The average construction management salary in the UK starts at around £25,000 to £32,000 for entry-level roles. With experience, careers such as Construction Project Manager, Site Manager, or Quantity Surveyor can earn £40,000 to £65,000, with senior managers and directors reaching £80,000 to £100,000+.

Yes — many UK universities and colleges offer an HND in Construction Management with a foundation entry route, designed for students without A-levels or previous qualifications. This pathway provides the academic and technical grounding needed to progress to higher levels of study.

After completing an HND in Business, you can either move directly into employment in management, marketing, HR, sales, or administration, or progress to the final year of a BA (Hons) Business degree. Many graduates also choose to enhance their careers by completing an MBA or professional business qualifications.

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