On this course you will gain insight into the ways that political, social and economic factors influence construction. Through this, you will consider the relationship between these factors and how they are reflected in a project and in the broader economy.

This course delves into how political, social, and economic factors shape the construction industry. Students analyse their impact on projects, considering budgeting, timelines, and procurement routes. Through case studies, they understand real-world dynamics and develop skills to optimise project outcomes amidst external influences.

Course dates:

Semester 1: Construction Economics and Sustainability (Unit 23)

Dates: 17th September to 28th January
Day: Tuesdays
Times: 12:45 - 16:00
Campus: South West Skills Campus

Semester 2: Quantity Surveying Practice (Unit 25)

Day: Mondays
Times: 12:45-16:00
Dates: 3rd February to 9th June
Campus: South West Skills Campus

As part of your assessment, you will need to:

For your assessment you will develop a portfolio that will cover a number of case study scenarios that will encapsulate both sustainability and quantity surveying. The form of these case studies will take the form of written assessments.

This new short course is mapped against the standards for Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) and is designed to be a combination of both academic and practical. It is important to note that because of the practical nature of the course, you may need to be in a position to use where you work to provide evidence for some of the assessments.

To be eligible, you will need to:

• Have a Level 3 qualification or 3 years relevant experience in the field you wish to study
• To apply and attend a course guidance interview

Please note students should take no more than two short courses per year.