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According to the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Construction Workforce Outlook 2025-2029, the UK construction workforce is forecast to grow around 2.75 million by 2029. Alongside this, they predict that nearly 50,000 extra workers will need recruiting each year to meet demand (CITB Labour Market Intelligence Report 2025-2029).
This BSc (Hons) Construction Management with Foundation Year programme is the perfect starting point if you’re looking to enter the construction management industry but do not meet the requirements for the 3-year programme. With this course being designed to build your knowledge from the ground up, you’ll be provided with a solid foundation in the key areas of Construction Management.
You will develop your technical expertise and management skills by covering topics such as:
You will learn how to utilise technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information System), project management software and processes such as BIM (Building Information Modelling) to discover how to efficiently plan, design, manage, and deliver construction and infrastructure projects.
Additionally, you will benefit from gaining practical experience through real-world scenarios and visit live construction sites, which will prepare you for a successful career in the construction industry.
On this programme, you will gain a strong understanding of construction management, focusing on technical knowledge, digital tools, and practical skills. You will develop your confidence and knowledge by covering key areas in construction management, such as:
You will also develop your professional and academic skills, numerical and analytical skills, and practical skills using emerging technologies. By looking at emerging technologies, such as AI; Machine Learning; the Internet of Things; and project management software, you will explore how these technologies are transforming the Construction Management industry. Learning these tools will enable you to enhance your ability to plan, evaluate, and present projects, including how you can apply AI in areas such as scheduling, cost forecasting, and client communication.
You will be taught via lectures, workshops, and tutorials.
You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including debates, essays, exams, practicals, portfolios, projects, coursework, and presentations.
As well as this, the programme will place an emphasis on real-world and authentic assessment, meaning that throughout the course you will be able to showcase your achievement to industry and employers, and contribute to solving challenges posed by these assessments.
At London Metropolitan University, we’re focused on a digital future, and your degree plays an important part in preparation for this, helping you achieve your employability goals and life ambitions. That’s why we use a blended learning model, combining online and on-campus learning. You can find out more about our approach to blended learning, including the equipment you will need, on our blended learning page.
Alongside our daytime timetables, we also offer evening and weekend or weekend only timetables. These offer the same levels of study support with the flexibility to balance your full-time studies with personal commitments.
The above timings are indicative only; the exact timings of your teaching and information on which sessions are on-campus and which are live online will be confirmed at enrolment when you’ll receive your timetable. As part of your course, you will also need to spend time on self-guided learning, including completing any assessments.
All modules are core and are worth 15 credits unless otherwise specified.
This module will introduce you to a wide range of current issues within the built environment and help develop your professional and academic skills.
Through site visits, guest lectures, and interactive feedback sessions with professionals, you will connect theory to practice and develop a Professional Development Journal (PDJ). In this journal, you will reflect on your experiences, skills, progress, and goals during your learning journey.
You will also investigate a key topic in the built environment, where you will analyse current social, technical, economic, environmental, and regulatory frameworks. Additionally, you’ll build upon your confidence and skills by planning and carrying out presentations and writing essays and reports.
This module aims to equip you with the essential analytical techniques and numerical methods to solve basic construction, sustainability, and built environment problems.
You will learn how to apply analytical methods to construction and engineering problems, such as by using algebra, basic trigonometry, graphical techniques, and the fundamental laws of physics. You will also discover how to perform calculations for project planning, estimation, prediction, cost analysis, and quality control.
To showcase this knowledge, you will gather, analyse, and present numerical data on your chosen topic of interest using tables, graphs, and distribution theory whilst utilising real-world case studies to apply theory to practice.
On this module, you will become equipped with essential computation and digital skills for the built environment, with strong emphasis on sustainability and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
You will gain practical experience with key digital tools, such as:
emerging technologies, such as:
and project management software to plan, track, and manage timelines and resources in construction or planning projects.
With this module including real-life case studies and site visits, you will learn how to integrate AI-enhanced tools into professional practice. You’ll also consider the ethical implications of using digital tools in the built environment, looking at challenges such as data privacy, cyber security, sustainability, and responsible innovation.
This module will introduce you to the traditional and modern construction technologies used in residential and low-rise construction, and building services (including water, heating, drainage, energy, and data). It will also and cover their contribution towards creating a sustainable built environment.
You will learn the essential factors that create a healthy and energy-efficient internal building environment and discover the role of statutory government regulation in construction. You will also cover the importance of health and safety for the workforce during the construction phase.
By the end of the module, you will develop valuable technical, research, and critical thinking skills, including the ability to accurately interpret construction and architectural drawings. This last skill is particularly valuable as it will enable you to effectively communicate information from drawings to professionals and skilled tradespersons.
This practical and hands-on module offers an engaging introduction to fundamental materials science and key structural principles and systems.
Through practical experiments and tests, you will develop your statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. In addition, you’ll be introduced to data science and big data analytics by collecting, analysing, and processing data from your observations.
You will also gain an understanding of the strength, stability, and performance behaviours of structures and materials under applied loading and discover the importance of material selection and design codes in structural engineering.
By the end of the module, you will be able to apply basic mathematical and structural mechanics principles to solve construction and surveying problems. You will also be able to understand the scientific principles underlying the thermal performance, lighting, acoustics, air quality, and fire safety of buildings and building materials.
During this practical module, you will gain hands-on experience by using the most up-to-date techniques and operating surveying equipment to record, collate, analyse, and present data.
You will:
Practical workshops and field exercises will provide you with hands-on experience of using basic surveying equipment to collect data and tackle realistic site engineering challenges. This will enable you to gain experience solving common problems faced by professionals on site.
This module aims to introduce you to the key principles that underpin the built environment and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders.
You will develop an understanding of the design, planning, financing, construction, sale, and operation of organisations, products, buildings, infrastructures, and places within which people live, work, and travel.
You will also be introduced to key stakeholders often involved in the built environment sector to explore how these roles can impact construction projects, such as:
By using techniques such as PESTLE, you will investigate the influence of external factors on the built environment, such as:
The focus of this module will be to introduce you to the key stages involved in the design, procurement, and management of construction projects.
On this module, you will develop a clear understanding of the project lifecycle, from strategic definition through to handover and operation, and discover the role of built environment professionals throughout these stages.
The basic methods of quantification and costing of construction projects will also be introduced, alongside how to interpret project briefs, capture client expectations, and how to identify key success criteria, such as sustainability, costs, timelines, and quality.
You will also explore the internal and external factors that can influence the scope, procurement, and delivery of construction projects, including looking at micro and macro-economic factors.
This module will build upon your previous knowledge of construction technology, materials science, and structural principles developed in Year 1 with more complex construction typologies.
You will expand your knowledge by looking at commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and multi-storey buildings, including long-span structures and high-performance systems. This will be done through real-world case studies with reference to building regulations and performance standards, such as structural performance, fire safety, resistance to sound, thermal performance, drainage, and waste disposal.
On this module, you will also consider how factors such as climate change, urbanisation, carbon reduction targets, skill shortages, and material availability are impacting the construction technologies and structural forms being adopted by the built environment sector.
On this module, you will explore how construction professionals can put sustainability into practice and propose responses to sustainability challenges.
You will learn about the environmental issues affecting the built environment, including:
As well as the role infrastructure plays in our future built environment, including fair access to water, energy, waste management, and transport.
By the end of the module, you will be able to:
This module will introduce you to key areas of advanced site engineering and surveying practices, such as:
You will:
You will also benefit from practical sessions, which will give you hands-on experience with surveying tools, including levelling instruments and total stations, to develop your skills in setting out for foundations, earthworks, roads, and drainage.
On this module, you will be introduced to the tools and techniques needed for successful construction project management and contract administration. You will also cover best practice in the built environment industries in both a local and global context.
You will consider how organisational strategic objectives drive projects, explore the role the project manager performs in the early stages of the project lifecycle, and learn the contract, procurement, and tendering practice, and the construction, commissioning, and handover stages of a project.
Through enquiry-based learning, you will study a project scenario and demonstrate your newfound knowledge of procurement, tendering, planning, and delivery principles alongside your skills in planning a project and monitoring its resources.
The importance of stakeholder management will be covered throughout, and you will consider the role of construction project management in the global move towards a sustainable and low/zero carbon built environment.
On this module, you will study the interpretation, conservation, and restoration of the built environment in the UK and around the globe.
Building pathology is a combination of science, surveying, and technology. In studying building pathology, you will learn the most common and unique building defects which can occur, root causes of them, and solutions available to solve them.
You will also investigate the positive and negative impacts of building fabric, its services, its users, and the wider environs on a building’s preservation. You’ll do this by gathering historical information regarding the building, undertaking detailed inspections (including intrusive investigations), and gathering information from those living/working in the building.
You will also explore the subject of building refurbishment, covering restoration, adaption, and retrofitting. You will discover how these methods are more sustainable ways to meet new needs compared to demolition and will gain the knowledge and skills to advise when demolition is not the right answer. You will also consider the importance of retaining the heritage of our built environment for the character of an area and future generations.
This module will build upon your previous knowledge of the role of a construction manager. You will apply this knowledge to different project types and learn more about planning and programming construction projects, their financial management, and assessing risks.
You will examine the fundamentals of construction project management and consider contemporary project management methodologies through case studies and the latest research in this area with a view to produce a portfolio showcasing your newfound knowledge on this topic.
Throughout, this module will contextualise project management with regards to sustainable, inclusive, and ethical management of projects. Additionally, due to the global nature of construction, it will enable you to consider the challenges of successfully managing projects across different geographical locations and cultures.
This module aims to provide you with a critical awareness of the nature of fire, focusing on its implications for the built environment.
Through case studies, you will learn the nature of the combustion process, factors which can contribute towards fire development and growth, and understand the impact of fire.
The module will cover the methods of achieving protection through appropriate material choice, compartmentation of a building, appropriate means of refuge and escape for occupants, and fire detection and suppression systems.
By learning common human behaviour in fire situations, you will make recommendations for the safe design of means to escape and develop solutions to problems by testing them against the relevant rules and regulations, including building regulations.
On this module, you will explore the key drivers behind the need for a sustainable built environment, including how a sustainable built environment is being encouraged, assessed, and enforced across the globe.
You will consider how factors such as climate change, urbanisation, and decarbonisation are impacting the built environment, including how we can adapt the existing built environment to mitigate against them.
The contribution of technology towards a sustainable built environment will be explored, alongside techniques which can be adopted to reduce built environment operational energy demand.
You will also investigate the impact of legislation, regulations, and assessment schemes along with the contributions that professionals and professional bodies can make towards ethical and sustainable built environments.
On this module you will have the opportunity to undertake an applied research project on a chosen subject of interest in the field of the built environment.
You may focus your research on a topic or challenge relevant to construction management or your current work practice.
You will develop your critical thinking skills and undertake theoretically informed research to produce a dissertation, showcasing your understanding of the link between conceptual issues, subject area, and research methods.
By carrying out this independent and evidence informed study, you will demonstrate your confidence, resilience, ambition, creativity, and enhance your employability skills.
On this module you will develop your critical awareness of the process of development within the built environment, with a goal to produce an appraisal of a proposed development site.
You will explore the development process in further detail by looking at:
You will undertake a development appraisal, where you will demonstrate your knowledge of the financial management of development projects, considering legal, financial, and social contexts.
To produce your appraisal, you will also need to consider client objectives and factors such as permissible land uses, allowable density of development, site topography, and other development factors such as social value, availability of services, infrastructure, and ground conditions.
This module aims to provide you with the skills and knowledge to build and maintain a successful and focused project team.
You will develop your critical awareness of the people dimension of teamwork and leadership, consider the role of soft skills, and gain an understanding of the tools and techniques available to lead and manage individuals and teams.
The role of corporate social responsibility in the built environment will be explored, alongside stakeholder management, team selection, soft and hard skills, change management, and managing conflict.
You will also discover the contributions that cultural diversity, inclusivity, and ethical practice makes to successful teamwork and leadership.
The course information displayed on this page is correct for the academic year 2025/26. We aim to run the course as advertised; however, changes may be necessary due to updates to the curriculum (due to academic or industry developments), student demand, or UK compliance reasons.
To study this programme, you will need to meet the following entry requirements:
Note: applicants will be accepted on the basis of achieving the equivalent of IELTS 5.5 on the QA Higher Education English test.
We encourage and will consider applicants from mature students who haven’t recently undertaken a formalised course of study at A-level or equivalent, but who can demonstrate relevant work experience in the construction industry, indicating their ability to complete the course successfully on a case-by-case basis.
£9,535 per annum
Your tuition fees cover the cost of teaching, access to resources, registration costs, and Student Support Services. They do not include the cost of course books, stationery and photocopying/printing costs, accommodation, living costs, travel, hobbies, sports, or other leisure activities.
Access to a laptop/PC with a microphone, speakers, webcam, and a reliable internet connection is required for accessing your live online sessions and to work on assignments.
In addition to the tuition fees, you should be prepared to buy some of the course texts, which are around £30 each. This would average around £200 per annum.
If you’re an undergraduate student from the UK, you may be able to receive financial support from the government to help fund your studies.
The government currently offers two types of loan that cover:
Repayment
Both loans will need to be repaid after your studies. However, generally you won’t have to start paying anything back until the April after you have finished your course and once you are employed and earning above a specific amount. For more information on when you’ll start repaying, please refer to your student finance repayment plan.
How to apply
If you would like to find out more information about Student Finance loans and how to apply, please refer to the following:
Upon completion of this programme, your new-found technical, management, and professional skills will be highly valued by potential employers from a variety of sectors, including:
Typical employers include:
You can apply online to study this programme through the application links on this page.
As part of your application, you are required to provide some supporting documents (examples below):
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Select your chosen intake, location and study timetable and apply online using the links below to the QA Higher Education application portal.
Birmingham
London
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£9,535 per annum (25/26)
Undergraduate
4 years
April
November
48 UCAS points and a minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP, OR Relevant Work Experience
English Language and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent, e.g. Functional Skills at Level 2) OR QA English Test
Note: applicants will be accepted on the basis of achieving the equivalent of IELTS 5.5 on the QA Higher Education English test.
Full-time blended learning: Daytime, Evening and Weekend, or Weekend only delivery
Lectures, workshops, and tutorials
London
Birmingham