T Level Design, Surveying
& Planning for Construction:
Civil Engineering

Welcome to the next level. Introducing the Construction: Civil Engineering the new 2-year qualification designed to give you a head start towards the career you want.

Equivalent to 3 A Levels with this qualification will have you set for employment, university or a higher-level apprenticeship.

This course is now at capacity, to find out more about your options please contact us on 01582 569569 or visit us on campus.

  • Entry Criteria

    4 GCSEs (9-4) including grade 4 or above at English Language and Maths. You’ll also be required to participate in an Industry Placement as part of this qualification.

  • What will I study?
    Core Content

    Within the core content of this course you will develop a general understanding of construction including:

    • Health and safety
    • The science behind building design, surveying and planning
    • Making accurate and appropriate measurements
    • Construction methods
    • Building regulations and standards
    • Data management and information standards in construction
    • Relationship management and customer service
    • How the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction
    • Digital engineering techniques
    • Mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
    • Construction design principles and processes
    • The construction industry and its role in the economy
    • Sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
    • Business, commerce and corporate social responsibility

    You will also learn about topics specific to design, surveying and planning, including:

    • Project management
    • Budgeting and resource allocation
    • Procurement
    • Risk management
    Occupational Specialism Content

    In addition to the core content, you will also undertake the occupational specialism content for Civil Engineering, including:

    • Analysing civil engineering solutions
    • Designing civil engineering solutions
    • Verifying the delivery of civil engineering solutions
    Industry Placement

    You will also undertake 315 hours working with an employer on an Industry Placement. You’ll spend 80% of your time learning in our industry-standard facilities, and 20% gaining valuable experience on an industry placement.

  • Future Prospects

    This qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in the Construction industry. Upon completion you will be prepared to progress into the industry through employment or as an Apprentice in roles such as:

    You can also use this T Level to progress to university in areas such as Civil Engineering, Surveying and Construction Management.

    Students should always check the entry requirements for each degree programme with the relevant higher education provider, as some degrees require specific combinations of qualifications or other industry accreditations as part of their entry requirements.

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