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Level 5 Construction Management Course in Harlow

Cost£6,185
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

£6,185. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Harlow College for more info.

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About this course

Level 5 Construction Management Course in Harlow. Classes run at Harlow College, full-time over two years. A student loan through Student Finance England may be available to cover fees and maintenance. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances. This course builds on the Higher National Certificate in Construction Management and takes your knowledge to degree level. You'll study advanced topics including Construction Technology for Complex Building Projects, Project Management, and Maintenance and Operations. The course also covers how digital technologies are reshaping the construction environment.

Who this course is for

Build on your HNC and take your construction career to the next level with our Higher National Diploma (HND) in Construction Management (Site Supervisor). Designed to deepen your knowledge and skills, this Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) is equivalent to the second year of a university degree.

You’ll study advanced topics such as Construction Technology for Complex Building Projects, Project Management, and Maintenance & Operations, while also developing a strong understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environment. This ensures you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills to operate effectively in a modern, technology-driven industry.

This HND opens the door to a variety of rewarding careers in construction, including Site Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Site Engineer, and Health & Safety Manager.

Whether your goal is to move straight into employment or progress to a Bachelor’s degree (BSc Hons), the HND provides a strong foundation for your next step.

Entry requirements

You will be expected to have English and maths at GCSE grade 4 or above or a Level 2 Functional Skills certificate in English and maths may be considered.

Applicants must also have achieved successful completion of a Level 3 qualification, equivalent to 64 UCAS points, such as A Levels or BTEC Level 3.

Applicants must also have achieved successful completion of the Higher National Certificate in Construction Management (Site Supervisor).

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced construction technology to complex building projects.
  • You'll develop project management skills for large-scale construction work.
  • You'll study maintenance and operations in the built environment.
  • You'll analyse the impact of digital technologies on modern construction.
  • You'll build the technical knowledge needed to supervise construction sites effectively.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Harlow College, with teaching delivered across two full-time years. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and coursework that reflect real construction management challenges. All applicants who meet the entry requirements are invited to attend an interview before the course begins.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Site Supervisor: oversee day-to-day work on construction sites
  • Construction Manager: manage teams, budgets, and project delivery
  • Project Manager: plan and coordinate construction projects end to end
  • Contracts Manager: handle contracts and client relationships on-site
  • Building Services Manager: oversee technical building systems and maintenance
  • Assistant Site Manager: support senior managers on large construction projects

What you could study next

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering: this HND is equivalent to the second year of a degree, so you may be able to top up to a full honours degree in one further year at a university.
  • Chartered Membership of CIOB: the Chartered Institute of Building offers professional membership routes for those with HND-level qualifications and relevant site experience.
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