Construction Management Courses in the UK

Explore programmes covering construction management, quantity surveying, project delivery and the built environment. Compare duration, campus availability, study mode and programme-specific entry requirements.

Where to start: 12 programmes, 5 entry points

Pick the entry point that matches what you have already studied. Levels follow the GOV.UK list of qualification levels; the university makes the admission decision.

Foundation Year, then the degree (5): A foundation year is an extra year at the start of the degree, designed to prepare you for undergraduate study. It is not a standalone qualification and it is not the same as a foundation degree; after it you continue into Year 1 of the honours degree.
Honours degree from Year 1 (3): A bachelor's degree with honours (for example a BA, BSc, BEng or LLB) is a Level 6 qualification. You start in Year 1; the duration shown on this page is the one listed for this course.
Level 4 qualification (CertHE or HNC) (1): A Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) and a Higher National Certificate (HNC) are Level 4 qualifications, the first level of higher education. A relevant Level 4 qualification can be used to apply for Year 2 of some degrees.
Level 5 qualification (HND or foundation degree) (1): A Higher National Diploma (HND) and a foundation degree are Level 5 qualifications. With a relevant Level 5 qualification you can usually apply for a one-year top-up to complete a full honours degree.
Year 3 (Level 6) top-up (2): A top-up is the final year of an honours degree (Level 6). It builds on a relevant Level 5 qualification, such as an HND or a foundation degree, so you can finish with a full honours degree.

Study patterns listed in this subject

Full-time: 7
Blended or hybrid (campus + online): 5
Evening or weekend options listed: 4
Part-time: 1

Counted from each course's study pattern in the catalogue; a course can list more than one. The university confirms the timetable before you apply.

What the official data says

41,200 a year — Extra construction workers CITB forecasts the UK will need on average each year from 2026 to 2030 (around 206,000 in total). An industry workforce forecast for all construction roles, not a count of vacancies or a promise of a job for graduates. Source: CITB — Construction Workforce Outlook 2026-2030.
£39,200 — Median earnings of Architecture, building and planning graduates five years after graduation. One year after graduation the median was £29,600. Median nominal annualised earnings of UK-domiciled first-degree graduates of English providers, observed in tax year 2023-24. A median for the whole subject, not a prediction for any one person; earnings vary with the job, region, experience and hours. Source: Department for Education — Graduate labour market outcomes (LEO), tax year 2023-24.
£27,000–£65,000 — Construction manager salary range, starter to experienced. Typical salary range listed on the official job profile. Pay depends on the employer, region and experience; a degree does not guarantee the role. Source: National Careers Service — Construction manager.

Checked on 28 October 2026. Official figures are medians, ranges or forecasts, not a promise of a job, a salary or admission.

12 current programmes

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering — Honours degree from Year 1; 3 years; London, Southall, Wembley
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Part-time) — Honours degree from Year 1; 4.5 years part-time; Holborn
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Top Up — Year 3 (Level 6) top-up; 1 year; London, Southall, Wembley
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with FY — Foundation Year, then the degree; length confirmed before you apply; London, Southall, Wembley
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering — Honours degree from Year 1; 3 years; London, Southall, Wembley
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Degree with FY — Foundation Year, then the degree; length confirmed before you apply; London, Southall, Wembley
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with FY — Foundation Year, then the degree; length confirmed before you apply; London, Southall, Wembley
BSc (Hons) Construction Management (Level 6 Top-Up) — Year 3 (Level 6) top-up; 1 year; London, Birmingham, Manchester
BSc (Hons) Construction Management with Foundation Year — Foundation Year, then the degree; 4 years; London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
HNC Engineering — Level 4 qualification (CertHE or HNC); 2 years; London, Southall, Wembley
HND in Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) — Level 5 qualification (HND or foundation degree); 2 years; London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
BSc Construction Management with Foundation Year — Foundation Year, then the degree; 4 years (including Foundation Year); London

Availability, entry requirements and Student Finance eligibility are confirmed for each programme and applicant before you apply.

Construction Management: frequently asked questions

Which construction and engineering course level should I start at?

It depends on what you have already studied. The 12 programmes on this page start at different points: degree with a foundation year (5), honours degree from Year 1 (3), CertHE or HNC (Level 4) (1), HND or foundation degree (Level 5) (1), one-year top-up (Level 6) (2). As a rule of thumb, a foundation year can suit applicants without recent qualifications and an HND or foundation degree can lead to a one-year top-up. The university makes the admission decision.

Can I study construction and engineering while working?

Of the 12 programmes on this page, 5 list a blended or hybrid pattern and 4 list evening or weekend sessions, as described in the catalogue (a course can list more than one). The exact timetable is set by the university and confirmed before you apply; check each course page for its current study pattern.

What is the difference between a foundation year and a foundation degree?

A foundation year is an extra year at the start of a degree that prepares you for undergraduate study; it is not a qualification on its own. A foundation degree (FdA or FdSc) is a Level 5 qualification in the GOV.UK list, which can usually be topped up to a full honours degree with one more year.

Does this page include engineering courses as well as construction management?

Yes. Besides construction management, the list includes electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering and HNC Engineering programmes, because they share the built-environment and technical route. Check each course page for its level, study pattern and campus.

Is the UK construction industry recruiting?

CITB's Construction Workforce Outlook 2026-2030 forecasts that the UK will need an average of 41,200 extra construction workers each year between 2026 and 2030, around 206,000 in total. It is a forecast for the whole industry, not a count of vacancies or a guarantee of a job.

Can I get Student Finance for these courses?

Student Finance is a loan, not a grant, and you repay it only when your income is above the threshold of your repayment plan. Eligibility depends on the course, your residency status and any previous study; Student Finance England makes the decision. EduForYou's guidance is free, and you can start with the free eligibility check.