Course summary

This Level 5 Higher National Diploma is a 'top-up' from the L4 Higher National Certificate in Construction & The Built Environment (Civil Engineering pathway). Holders of the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma will have developed a sound understanding of the principles of civil engineering and will have learned to apply those principles more widely. You will learn to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems. You will be able to perform effectively in your chosen field and have the qualities necessary for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making. This course allows students to specialise by committing to specific career paths and progression routes to degree-level study. In addition, the qualifications may provide links to industry-related and employer-supported apprenticeship schemes that can provide further opportunities for enhanced employability. On successful completion of the Pearson BTEC Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma, students can develop their careers in the construction and the built environment sector through: ● Entering employment ● Continuing existing employment ● Linking with the appropriate vendor accredited certificates ● Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) ● Progressing to university ● Progressing to a higher apprenticeship scheme, in conjunction with progression to a university degree course The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Construction & The Built Environment is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements for many relevant engineering degree programmes in subject specialisms such as: ● BSc Civil Engineering ● BSc Building Surveying ● BA/BSc Quantity Surveying ● BA/BSc Architectural Technology ● BA/BSc Building Services Engineering ● BA/BSc Construction Management ● BA/BSc Project Management ● BA/BSc Facilities Management ● BA/BSc Structural Engineering