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Description

This Higher Level Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering is designed to help students secure the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the workplace. They represent the latest in professional standards and provide opportunities for students to develop skills for work, for example by undertaking a group project, or responding to a client brief.

Modules

This Higher Level Apprenticeship is designed to help students secure the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the workplace.

They represent the latest in professional standards and provide opportunities for students to develop skills for work, for example by undertaking a group project, or responding to a client brief.  

Modules studied:

Core Units

• Construction Design Project

• The Construction Environment

• Science & Materials

• Mathematics for Construction

Specialist Units

• Civil Engineering Technology

• Principles of Structural Design

Optional Units

Two optional units

This programme is delivered using a range of on-campus and online synchronous and asynchronous approaches.   

Award

HNC in Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

Validated By

Pearson BTEC

Eligibility

18+ Fully Funded

Entry Criteria

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application.  You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment.  Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process. 

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

• GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills-Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification. 

AND

• GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills-Application of Number, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

AND

Passes in 4 different subjects (can include English Language and Mathematics as above) at GCSE level (grades A* - C*/9-4), or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Course Entry Requirements

A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points including:

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment with overall award profile [PPP]

• An equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Accreditation of Prior Learning 

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).   Further details on APL can be found in the HE admissions process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for

Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills) 

• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)

• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk

Duration

2

Start Date

Monday 09 September 2024

End Date

Saturday 29 August 2026

Progression Pathway

Successful completion of this course will enable you to apply to a variety of jobs within the Civil engineering industry such as a Civil Engineering Project Manager, Site Engineer or Site Manager. 

Description

Northern Regional College is offering a Higher Level Apprenticeship in a number of Construction pathways. Each programme has been designed to provide the construction and civil engineering sector in Northern Ireland with high grade technicians and professionals who have practical skills, combined with a higher education qualification.

The programme will facilitate progression from Level 3 apprenticeship and could also encourage future progression to Level 5 and 6 qualifications. The programme is also suitable for existing employees who are starting a new technical role within their company.

The framework covers a wide range of job roles in construction and civil engineering which broadly fit into the higher-level skills requirements for differing sectors.

Over the course of the programme you will undertake the following alongside your employment:

• Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction (Construction)

(Course structure is subject to DfE’s Approval)

As you progress, you will develop your skills within your role in the company gaining experience and real hands-on knowledge through the expert teams based in the business while you continue your studies at college on a day-release basis.

The BTEC Higher National (HN) qualification has been developed to meet the requirements of a number of Professional Bodies such as

• Institution of Civil Engineers

• Institution of Structural Engineers

• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

• Chartered Institute of Building

• Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

There may be the option for those who wish to progress to top up from HNC Construction to Level 5 HND by completing an additional year of student on completion of the programme.

Applications
Companies recruit directly for this course. 

Modules

Modules include:

• Construction Technology

• Principles of Off-site Construction

• Digital Applications for Construction Information

• Building Information Modelling

• The Construction Environment

• Construction Design Project

• Alternative Sustainable Solutions in Construction

Award

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction (Construction)

Validated By

Pearson

Eligibility

18+ Fully Funded

Entry Criteria

All Higher Level Apprentice applicants must be 18 years of age and be in full time employment in a relevant construction environment.

All applications are subject to an interview and must satisfy the general entry requirements as indicated below:

• MUST hold a minimum grade C in GCSE English language and Mathematics (or equivalent); and

• Have attained passes in four different subjects, of which one should be at GCE A level and three at GCSE level (grades A, B or C) with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff Points; or

• A BTEC Extended Diploma or with good standing equivalent to 48 UCAS Tariff Points; or

• Another qualification deemed to be appropriate by the admissions tutor; or

• Provide evidence of their ability to undertake the programme through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning.   All APEL claims are made through the appropriate Course Director and the College Higher Education coordinator and there will be a requirement for the applicant to produce a portfolio of experiential evidence.

Third country nationals, including European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss Nationals and their family members, are eligible to undertake a HLA provided they have a right to live and work in the UK.  See HLA page for further details.

Where mature students wish to have prior education and/or experience taken into account, in lieu of meeting the full course entry requirements, they should contact the relevant Course Director or Admissions by 12th August, as an application deadline will apply. It is at the College's discretion to consider APEL enquiries after the date stated.

Apprentice employment criteria

To be eligible you must meet each of the following criteria:

• Be a new employee in, or about to take up a permanent remunerative employment offer, including a specific start date and documented evidence from the employer of the actual job offer, or an existing employee in a new job role that requires a substantial amount of learning and skills development commensurate to the apprenticeship pathway.  An exception may be made if an individual is already on an apprenticeship pathway at a lower level, with the HLA providing a progression route without the need for a new job role.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure this criteria is met.

• Be employed by a company with a permanent base in Northern Ireland, and be contracted to work a minimum of 21 hours per week (which includes day release/off-the-job directed training) with one employer, and in receipt of the appropriate wage. 

• Have the potential to successfully complete the requirements of the appropriate Higher Level Apprenticeship;

• Meet any health requirements, e.g. colour vision, specific to the occupation of their choice;

• Have achieved all necessary entry academic qualifications determined by the relevant sector for the Departmental approved apprenticeship; and

• Pass any entry tests specified by the relevant sector for the Departmental approved apprenticeship.

NOTE: you may start your employment up to a maximum of 6 months prior to the commencement of your off-the-job training.  The College will require a copy of your contract of employment and a wage slip to provide evidence that you are employed.

In circumstances where there are more applications for the course than there are places available, the College reserves the right to select candidates from those achieving the highest grades.

Duration

2

Start Date

Thursday 12 September 2024

End Date

Wednesday 17 June 2026

Progression Pathway

Upon successful completion students can continue their studies by working towards a Level 5 qualification or progress into employment within the construction and civil engineering sector. 

Description

The BTEC Level 4 HNC Higher Level Apprenticeship programme is designed to prepare apprentices for a range of technical and management careers within the Built Environment sector including Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management and Renewable Engineering. Apprentices will be employed by a company within the construction industry and attend NWRC on a day release model, one day per week, to study for their HNC qualification over a 2-year period. The course will equip students with the skills, knowledge, and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global construction and the built environment sector. Students will gain an understanding of the way technologies are transforming the industries of construction and the built environment and prepare them to work with these technologies within a challenging and rewarding industry.

Modules

• Tender & Procurement

• Surveying, Measuring + Setting out

• Principles of Alternative Energy

• Principles of Off-site Construction

• Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)

• Construction Technology

• The Construction Environment

• Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction

• Digital applications for Construction Information

• Surveying, Measuring & Setting-out

• Construction Technology

• Principles of Alternative Energy

• Construction Design Project (Pearson-set)

• The Construction Environment

• Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction

• Digital applications for Construction Information

• Science & Materials

• Tender and Procurement

• Principles of Off-site Construction

Award

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher Level Apprenticeship Modern Construction and Renewables

Validated By

Pearson

Eligibility

18+ Fully Funded

Entry Criteria

UK Requirements

Applicants must have achieved the equivalent of 48 UCAS Tariff points together with a minimum of 5 passes at GCSE Grade C or above, which must include Mathematics, English Language or equivalent Level 2 qualifications, OR a BTEC National Diploma at MP grade or above OR a BTEC National Extended Diploma at PPP grade or above in a relevant area of study (including GCSE Mathematics, English Language or equivalent Level 2 qualification). Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) can be considered for entry.

ROI Requirements

Applicants must have achieved the equivalent of 48 UCAS Tariff points together with 5 OLCs at Grade 04 or above to include Mathematics and English OR a BTEC National Diploma at MP grade or above OR a BTEC National Extended Diploma at PPP grade or above in a relevant area of study (including OLC Mathematics, English or equivalent Level 2 qualification). Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) can be considered for entry.

Duration

2

Start Date

Monday 02 September 2024

End Date

Wednesday 17 June 2026

Progression Pathway

Further Study

Successful completion of the HNC qualification will allow students to progress to a Level 5 Higher National Diploma qualification which will be delivered subject to numbers of progressing students. Completion of the course will also allow progression to another higher education qualification such as a university degree in a construction, renewable technologies, or a built environment related area subject to university entrance requirements.

Career Prospects

This is an industry recognised qualification, and the course has been developed to meet requirements of several professional bodies, including the Institution of Civil Engineers, Chartered Institute of Architectural technologists and the Chartered Institute of Building. The course will therefore prepare students for employment in a range of careers in construction and the built environment, including architectural technology, civil engineering, building services engineering, quantity surveying, construction management and renewable engineering either with design consultants, contractors, or the public sector.