If your ambition is to gain a senior site management role within the construction industry, our BSc Construction Management degree will set you on the right path.<br>The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.<br>Our course matches the needs of the industry, preparing you to be able to manage a construction project from inception and design through to occupation by developing your skills in management to enable you to deliver projects safely, on time, on budget and to the highest possible quality. <br><br>The complexity of construction projects requires construction professionals who have expertise in construction management and can work effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds and construction disciplines.<br><br>Enhancing your employability skills<br>The course provides you the skills and competencies needed to prepare for a career in construction management. You will understand numerous aspects of construction technology, innovation, safety, sustainability, leadership and planning relating to a wide range of building and civil engineering projects.<br>You will be able to manage complex construction projects from an operational perspective whilst utilising your problem-solving skills. You will gain a strong understanding of the legal implications, financial issues and overall global economic aspects of construction projects.<br>In addition to the technical skills, you will develop a range of interpersonal skills, such as how to communicate, work in a dynamic team and lead others in solving complex problems.<br>Numerous construction professional bodies and companies have publicly recognised a skills shortage of skilled construction managers - there is great demand for this qualification<br><br>PLACEMENTS<br>The delivery of the course is complemented by a range of visits to construction sites where you will be able to appreciate theory in context.