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Civil Engineering and Asset Management Foundation Degree in Workington

Cost£4,000.00
Duration600 hours
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Civil Engineering and Asset Management Foundation Degree in Workington. Classes run at Lakes College, part-time during the day.

The course covers around 600 hours of study. You'll build knowledge in civil engineering principles and asset management practice. Topics span structural systems, project planning, and infrastructure maintenance. Classes run at a manageable pace, so you can balance study with work or other commitments.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering and Asset Management.

Who this course is for

Undergraduates

Entry requirements

Achievement following 2 years post 16 study will demonstrate the capacity to benefit from the course. Thus the equivalent of 2 A Levels at grade D (48 UCAS points) in a science and/or maths related subject is expected or the successful completition of the ECITB Level 3 Nuclear Engineering and Science Certificate Diploma or Integrated Diploma at Pass grade or similiar qualification. A HNC qualification within the Built Environment discipline group will provide entry to year 2 of the Foundation De

What you will learn

  • You'll understand core civil engineering principles and how they apply to infrastructure projects.
  • You'll study asset management methods used across the built environment.
  • You'll develop skills in project planning and site management.
  • You'll learn about structural systems and construction materials.
  • You'll explore health, safety, and environmental responsibilities on engineering projects.
  • You'll apply technical knowledge to real engineering problems and case studies.

How you will learn

You'll study through classroom sessions at Lakes College. Learning is delivered part-time during the day. Assessment methods for this Foundation Degree typically include assignments, project work, and written examinations. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lakes College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Civil engineer, works on infrastructure design and construction projects.
  • Asset manager, oversees the maintenance and performance of built assets.
  • Site engineer, manages technical work on construction sites.
  • Project coordinator, supports planning and delivery of engineering projects.
  • Infrastructure technician, maintains roads, bridges, and utilities.
  • Quantity surveyor assistant, supports cost planning on civil engineering schemes.

What you could study next

  • BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering, a full bachelor's degree for those wanting to progress to chartered engineer status.
  • HNC in Civil Engineering, an alternative route if you want to consolidate technical skills before moving further.
  • CIOB or ICE membership pathways, professional bodies that support career development in civil and construction engineering.
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