Our built environment and construction courses are taught at levels 3, 4 and 5, so if you want to study at advanced or degree level for a career in the construction sector then we can help you. These are also available in apprenticeships allowing you to earn money while working with an employer and gaining your professional qualifications with us.
Built Environment and Onsite Construction
Who are Leicester College’s built environment courses for?
Our built environment courses are for people who have three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, as well as one science, or a level 2 construction qualification. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade C/4 or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work in the built environment industry.
Level 3: Construction BTEC Extended National Diploma. This provides the knowledge, understanding and skills that will allow progression to further education, or directly to employment or an apprenticeship in the construction sector.
Level 4: Construction Higher National Certificate. This allows students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the construction and the built environment sector. Graduates will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic concepts of construction and the built environment.
Level 5: Construction Higher National Diploma. This builds on the level 4 Higher National Certificate. This course consists of building on technical expertise and practical skills for management roles.
Further Information
Work experience will be an essential part of your full-time course for those aged 16-18, and you may be required to purchase personal protective equipment. Site visits and trips to trade shows form part of the vocational enrichment of the course.

Luke Pickering
Bsc Hons. Construction Management
I would recommend Leicester College because it is an enjoyable place to learn, I made some great friends and took a lot from the tutors there over the years.
Read MoreConstruction Management Higher National Certificate – C7991
Course Code: C7991
Key Information
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Start Date 10 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Full Time
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Duration 1 year
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Campus Freemen's Park Campus
Build your future and further your education in the built environment and construction sector. With modules to supplement your current knowledge and increase your skills in construction management, this course aims to support the next steps in your career.
Construction Management Higher National Certificate – C7992
Course Code: C7992
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Start Date 10 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Part Time
7 hours per week
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Duration 2 years
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Campus Freemen's Park Campus
Build your future and further your education in the built environment and construction sector. With modules to supplement your current knowledge and increase your skills in construction management, this course aims to support the next steps in your career.
Construction Management Higher National Diploma – C7994
Course Code: C7994
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Start Date 10 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Full Time
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Duration 1 year
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Campus Freemen's Park Campus
Keep building on your knowledge and skills in construction management with a higher education course. Covering a wide spectrum of modules, your studies will contribute to your end goal of a leading role in this sector. We're here to support your learning and understanding of the built environment industry.
BSc (Hons) Construction Management Part-Time Year 1 – C7997
Course Code: C7997
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Start Date 18 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Part Time
7 hours per week
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Duration 2 years
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Campus Freemen's Park Campus
The program is run in partnership with and accredited by De Montfort University (DMU), students will be both affiliated as both DMU and Leicester College students and have access to facilities for both academic institutions. The program will provide the final 120 credits needed to gain a Bachelor's degree (360 credits) in construction management.