Level 5 Construction Management Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus, part-time during the day. To enrol, you'll need to have already completed the HNC in Construction Management. The course runs over two years. In year one, you cover four mandatory units: Project Management, Personal Professional Development, Construction Technology for Complex Buildings, and Advanced Construction Drawing Detailing. Year two focuses on a group project and three optional units, including project and contract management and alternative energy and construction methods. The annual tuition fee is £3,178.
Who this course is for
This course is designed as an extension for those who have completed their Higher National Certificate in Construction Management and would like to progress onto the Higher National Diploma and study on a 2-year part-time basis. The course consists of mandatory units in the first year, with optional subject units completed in the second year, covering topics such as project and contract management and alternative energy and construction methods in the second year.
Entry requirements
To gain entry onto this programme you will have already achieved the HNC Construction Management qualification.
What you will learn
You'll apply project management principles to complex construction projects.
You'll develop skills in contract management and procurement.
You'll study construction technology for complex building types.
You'll produce advanced construction drawings and technical details.
You'll explore alternative energy sources and modern construction methods.
You'll build professional development skills suited to management and leadership roles.
You'll complete a group project, applying learning to a real construction scenario.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based sessions, assignments, case studies, reports, presentations, and group projects. Year one covers four mandatory units, all assessed through coursework. Year two centres on a group project alongside three optional units chosen by the programme lead. All units are 15 credits each.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Site Supervisor: overseeing day-to-day work on construction sites.
Construction Manager: managing programmes, budgets, and site teams.
Project Manager: leading construction projects from planning to handover.
Contracts Manager: handling procurement, tenders, and contract administration.
Site Manager: coordinating trades and ensuring work meets specification.
Construction Project Coordinator: supporting project delivery across multiple sites.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Construction Management (Top-Up): Leicester College offers a two-year part-time top-up degree for HND graduates. Your 240 credits from this Diploma are transferable, reducing the time needed to reach degree level.
Chartered Membership (CIOB): after gaining work experience, you can work toward Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Building, the recognised professional standard for construction managers.
