T LEVEL IN PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION (CIVIL ENGINEERING)
Duration: 2 years
Level: Level 3
T Levels are combine technical learning, practical work and a minimum 45 days (315 hours) industry placement with a local employer to ensure you have relevant and real experience in the workplace. This qualification has been developed with employers within the construction industry to ensure you learn the skills, behaviours and knowledge that employers are looking for.
The Construction and built environment sector contributes billions to the UK economy, it employs an estimated 3million people and offers a wide range of careers and opportunities. The T Level in Professional Construction has two pathways available – Civil Engineering and Design, Surveying and Planning.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The core content of the T Level in Professional Construction provides an opportunity for you to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours that are in demand in the sector. While the pathways offer you the opportunity to specialise in a career area you are interested in.
Core Units
Health and safety
Science
Measurement
Building technology
Digital technology
Construction mathematical techniques
Design
Construction and the built environment industry
Sustainability
Project management
Civil Engineering Pathway
Site investigation and survey requirements
Planning civil engineering projects
Analysing briefs and developing solutions
Techniques and materials
Application of professional techniques
HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?
80% of your studies will be within the College, this will be either in a classroom where you will build theoretical knowledge, or in one of our specialist facilities where you can develop your practical skills.
20% of the qualification will involve a 45 day (315 hours) industry placement with a local employer. During this time you will gain real work experience within the construction industry, placing you in a great position to progress into employment once you complete your T Level qualification.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
You will complete formal assessments and examinations.
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
Gaining a T Level can help you with progression onto higher study, Apprenticeships or into skilled employment. Your T Level is worth up to 168 UCAS points and will be recognised by universities and other providers, meaning you have the option to continue your studies after college.
Career opportunities in the sector include:
Building Control Surveyor
CAD Technician
Design Engineer
Estimator
Nuclear Engineer
Structural Engineer
Water Engineer
For those who want to follow an academic route there is the chance to choose university to study full-time for a BEng or BSc in a construction and built environment in related subject such as:
Architecture / Architectural Technology
Building Surveying
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
Quantity Surveying
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?
Students have access to the architecture suite and design software for working on architectural drawings and plans, and have opportunities to complete their industry placements with employers like the Eric Wright Group, Persimmon Homes and Carefoot.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students require at least two grade 5s and three grade 4s or above at GCSE, including a grade 5 in science and at least a grade 4 in maths and English. A successful interview is also required.
