Nottingham Trent University
Construction managers supervise operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. As a construction manager you'll be the main point of contact for subcontractors and the public, overseeing all aspects of a project, from quality management to monitoring progress and costs.
Linking the design and construction of buildings, the course focuses on the technical, professional and managerial aspects of construction projects. With an emphasis on buildings, sustainability, technology and management, you’ll develop a wealth of knowledge and the professional skills required to successfully manage complex construction projects.
Nottingham, United Kingdom
36 Months
£ 15,600
What you’ll study
The course is designed for students who want to undertake a leadership role in the global building construction process. The successful completion of a construction project requires careful coordination of many activities to ensure that it is finished on time and within budget, and is fit for purpose to the desired quality.
Our modules are tailored to meet the skills demand in industry. You'll develop the knowledge and confidence to analyse and evaluate the management and technical concepts, principles and theories associated with the development, production, refurbishment and maintenance of international construction projects. Your studies will involve explorations into legal, economic, financial, political, technological, environmental, sustainable, and health and safety principles that impact construction processes.
Year One
Fundamentals of Construction (40 credits)
Introduction to Measurement and Cost (20 credits)
Architectural Science and Building Engineering Services (20 credits)
Numerical and Professional Skills (20 credits)
Construction Industry Practice (20 credits)
Year Two
Construction Technology (20 credits)
Engineering Surveying (20 credits)
Sustainable Technology and Environmental Control (20 credits)
Contract Administration: Control and Finance (20 credits)
Construction Management Practice and Procedures (20 credits)
Law (20 credits)
Year Three
Sandwich placement year
In your third year, you'll have the opportunity to take a year-long, full-time placement. This year in industry will offer you hands-on experience, adding invaluable knowledge and skills to your CV. Many students return to their placement company after graduation, having developed a useful network of contacts within the industry.
Recent placement destinations have included MACE, Arcadis, ISG, and Laing O’Rourke. The majority of these roles come with a salary, with some students earning up to £20,000 for their year.
Successful completion of the placement year leads to an extra qualification – the Diploma in Professional Practice.
If you're studying on our sandwich route you can also opt to study abroad for a full academic year, or for a semester, during Year Three. This is an optional and additional period of study that complements your degree at NTU as an alternative to taking a work placement.
This is an exciting opportunity to experience a different national culture, teaching and learning styles and subjects in an international environment. The destination university must be a year abroad / exchange partner of NTU or member of a formally recognised scheme such as the International Student Exchange Programme (ISEP).
Our NTU Global and student mobility team will support you in finding the right opportunity from one of the many international partners available around the world.
Successful completion of a period of international study will earn you a standalone award – an International Study Certificate (minimum six weeks) or the International Study Diploma (minimum 36 weeks).
Year Four
Dissertation (40 credits)
Construction Management Project (40 credits)
Contemporary Construction Themes (20 credits)
Corporate Management (20 credits)
English Language Requirements
If English isn’t your first language, studying in the UK can be very challenging. That's why we make sure you have the language skills you need to succeed right from the start. We’ve listed our English language entry requirements here and the qualifications we accept. You'll also find information about Pre-sessional English courses on this page.
IELTS
We accept a range of English language qualifications, including IELTS.
You’ll need to achieve the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS.
Please note there are different types of IELTS test available, and it is important that you take the correct one.
Please note we do not currently accept ‘IELTS Indicator’ or 'IELTS Online' test scores.
We've listed IELTS academic test grade needed for all courses in the table below.
NTU School (or course) | Undergraduate (Bachelors) IELTS academic test grade |
Postgraduate (Masters) IELTS academic test grade |
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School of Art & Design School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences |
6.0 with minimum of 5.5 in each component This requirement is for Year One entry only. If you're starting in Year Two or final year you'll need a higher grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
School of Science and Technology |
6.0 with minimum of 5.5 in each component This requirement is for Year One entry only. If you're starting in Year Two or final year you'll need a higher grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. |
6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
Nottingham Business School |
6.5 with minimum of 5.5 in each component |
For 1-year Masters you'll need a 6.5 grade overall with minimum of 5.5 in each component. For 2-year Masters you'll need a 6.5 grade overall with a minimum of 6.0 in speaking and listening, and 5.5 in reading and writing. |
School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment School of Arts and Humanities (see below for Centre for Broadcasting & Journalism) Nottingham Institute of Education Nottingham Law School (see below for BTC) School of Social Sciences (see below for BA (Hons) and MA Social Work, and BSc (Hons) Nursing). School of Art & Design
BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Branding |
6.5 with minimum of 5.5 in each component |
6.5 with minimum of 5.5 in each component |
Centre for Broadcasting & Journalism | 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in speaking and listening | |
Barristers Training Courses For the BTC we accept the IELTS, Pearson Test of English (Academic), and TOEFL iBT. We do not accept any other English language test. |
IELTS: 7.5 with a minimum of 7.5 in each component Pearson: 73 overall with 73 in each component. TOEFL iBT: 107 overall with at least 27 in Reading, 27 in Listening, 24 in Speaking and 29 in Writing |
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BA (Hons) and MA Social Work | 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component | |
BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) and BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) |
IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in Speaking & Writing, and 5.5 in Listening and Reading |
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All postgraduate research degrees | 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (or equivalent). | |
Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) |
There are entry requirements for PEAP courses so that we can decide how many weeks you need to complete. To comply with Tier 4 visa regulations you must have an IELTS academic test taken at an approved UKVI testing centre. |
**Please note that the date of your IELTS academic test result must be within two years of your degree course start date.**
Alternative English language tests accepted by the University
We accept any of the qualifications listed here as an alternative to IELTS.
In most cases the grades specified are acceptable for courses requiring an IELTS 6.5 (with 5.5 in each component) unless otherwise stated.
Please note that we do not accept the Duolingo English test.
The cost of studying at Nottingham Trent University varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.
Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay £15,600 annually, to study in Nottingham Trent University.
Our course is designed to prepare you to succeed in the construction industry. You'll graduate with desirable skills and knowledge, boosting your employment prospects. We ensure our courses continue to be focused on current industry practice, through regular consultation with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), employers, and current students.
Where do Construction Management graduates from NTU work?
NTU has a strong construction alumni community, with many graduates working in senior positions in leading national and international companies.
Recent BSc (Hons) Construction Management graduate destinations have included:
Graduate job roles have recently included site manager, graduate project management, graduate trainee, trainee construction manager, assistant site manager, graduate site manager, and project manager.