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Civil Engineering / Construction & the Built Environment

If you want to be at the forefront of an industry responsible for designing the structures that form the built environment, we’ll show you how. 

You’ll get an insider view of the work that goes into developing our railways, schools offices, hospitals, water, power supply and much more.  And we’ll prepare you with the skills to become work ready for this very lucrative industry.

Why build your future with us?

  • Tutors direct from industry share the skills you need to become work ready.
  • Multi million pound facilities with the tools and technology from industry.
  • The best technical college in the region with a history of training future engineers.
  • The Cave – virtual reality space to bring your engineering projects to life with wall and floor projection.
  • Future Energy Zone complete with energy saving technologies at the forefront of the building industry.
  • Lead college of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology.
  • Go beyond the classroom with trips and employer visits.

Engineering your future career

  • Architect
  • Civil Engineer
  • Construction Manager
  • Geospatial Manager
  • Surveyor
  • Structural Engineer
I Am
16-18
Construction and the Built Environment Extended Certificate
Are you looking for a career in Construction Management or Civil Engineering? This course is a great first step in that journey and will give you the building blocks to...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Edexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
Level: Level 2
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Plant Operations (Groundworks) Level 2 Certificate
This course is ideal if you are interested in working in the construction and civil engineering sector, particularly in groundwork operations and plant machinery. It is well suited to:



Learners who...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Pagefield Campus
Level: Level 2
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Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Civil Engineering T Level
So what are T Levels? They are high quality work focused alternatives to A levels. There is academic study, coupled with practical, industry related skills and 45 days of industry...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: T level technical qualification
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
Level: Level 3
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Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Construction and the Built Environment T Level
So what are T Levels? They are high quality work focused alternatives to A levels. There is academic study, coupled with practical, industry related skills and 45 days of industry...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: T level technical qualification
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
Level: Level 3
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I Am an
Adult Learner
Construction and the Built Environment Extended Certificate
Are you looking for a career in Construction Management or Civil Engineering? This course is a great first step in that journey and will give you the building blocks to...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Edexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Plant Operations (Groundworks) Level 2 Certificate
This course is ideal if you are interested in working in the construction and civil engineering sector, particularly in groundwork operations and plant machinery. It is well suited to:



Learners who...
Student Type: Adults
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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I Am a
University Centre
Learner
HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Jan Evening - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional?

Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Jan Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional?

Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Sept Evening - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional?

Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional?

Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Site Supervisor) - Jan Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional? Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Site Supervisor) - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Want to step into the world of construction as a skilled, confident professional? Whether you're already working in the sector or looking to build your future in it, this course...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Modern Methods of Construction for England - Jan Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to be part of the future of construction?

This course is for those who want to lead the way in building smarter, faster, and more sustainably. If you're...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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HNC (HTQ) Modern Methods of Construction for England - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to be part of the future of construction?

This course is for those who want to lead the way in building smarter, faster, and more sustainably. If you're...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Pagefield Campus
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HNC (HTQ) Quantity Surveying for England - Jan Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to become the person who keeps construction projects on time, on budget, and under control?

This course is designed for individuals who want to play a critical role...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC (HTQ) Quantity Surveying for England - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to become the person who keeps construction projects on time, on budget, and under control?

This course is designed for individuals who want to play a critical role...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HNC Civil Engineering – Part Time Evening – September Start - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the world around us?

This course is designed for individuals who want to build a career in the civil engineering sector...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HNC
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies, Centre for Advanced Technical Studie
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HND (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Are you ready to take your construction career to the next level — with a focus on design, planning, and the delivery of construction projects?

This course is for you if...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HND
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 5
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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HND (HTQ) Construction Management for England (Construction Site Supervisor) - Sept Part Time Day - awarded by Pearson
Do you see yourself leading construction teams, managing activity on-site, and making sure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to spec?

This course is for those who've already completed a...
Student Type: HE
Qualification: HND
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 5
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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I Am Looking For An
Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
A Civil Engineering Technician provides technical support to engineers and other construction professionals in the design, development, construction, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of the built environment and infrastructure. Technicians...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Surveying Technician Apprenticeship
The main duties and tasks of a Surveying Technician include collecting information from inspections or visits to buildings, land and construction sites, taking appropriate measurements of buildings, land or plans,...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship
This occupation is found in the construction, built environment and engineering sectors, with civil engineering senior technicians employed in a variety of organisation types and sizes.



The broad purpose...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Construction Design and Build Technician - Apprenticeship
The main duties and tasks of a Construction Design and Build Technician are: Identification of client requirements in construction projects, identification of health and safety risks in the design of...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship
The main duties and tasks of a Construction Surveying Technician are:

Assisting senior managers with the budgeting of construction projects Control of costs during a construction project

Selection and management of...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Construction Site Supervisor - Apprenticeship
The main duties and tasks of a Construction Site Supervisor are: supervision of specialist contractors, the control of health and safety standards on construction projects, recording, control and reporting of...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 4
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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Nuclear Technician (Civil Engineering) Apprenticeship
A Nuclear Technician will have a good technical understanding of processes and procedures for the day to day operational requirements in nuclear facilities and will use the knowledge, skills and...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 5
Campus: Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
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