Construction and the Built Environment Foundation Diploma

Course Length: Two years Course Schedule: Two days a week during school term time 9.00am to 3.00pm. Entry Requirements:

Demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course.

This Diploma is designed to keep your options open. It could lead to the Construction and the Built Environment Higher Diploma, one of the other Higher Diplomas available, another Level two course at the College or an Apprenticeship with an employer. The programme also allows you to find out about the wide range of jobs and careers available within the construction and built environment industries.

Course Description:

The Construction and the Built Environment Foundation Diploma is an ideal course for you if you are interested in construction and the built environment and would like an introduction to this wide-ranging sector. The Foundation Diploma will introduce you to the built world that we have created. It will give you an understanding of land and materials and how the built environment affects people and communities. You will learn about construction methods and techniques, and the importance of building maintenance. The Diploma is taught through a lively mix of classroom learning, practical projects, employer involvement and work-related study. Working with your fellow students, you will have the chance to develop valuable team-working skills. During the course, you will also be able to do at least ten days work experience, which is a great way to apply what you have learnt in a working environment.

Please contact the Advice Shop for details of costs and start dates.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, course information, costs where applicable and attendance details may change.