Foundation Degree in Heritage, Construction and Conservation Management

Foundation Degree in Heritage, Construction and Conservation Management
Course Level
Level 5

Course Description
Subject to Validation.
This 3 to 4 year part-time Foundation Degree gives you the opportunity to improve your practical, managerial and academic skills, in the context of heritage construction and conservation of buildings.

You will be provided with structured training opportunities to experience a variety of projects and applications relating to heritage in the built environment. You will focus on personal skills development in year one and two and advanced technical skills in year three and four. You will be encouraged to develop your contacts and extend your knowledge of professional practice.

The course is delivered through a range of formal lectures, seminars, workshops and discussion groups. In addition, the practical work is undertaken within your employment or further afield if appropriate. You will be expected to carry out independent study throughout the course. The planning and undertaking of live projects is also a feature of the program.

Awarding Body
Course Content
You will undertake:
Work based modules; (2 at level 4) and (2 at level 5)
Personal and professional development modules; (2 at level 4) and (2 at level 5)

You will also study Level 4 mandatory modules:
Architecture and History of the Vernacular
Buildings in the Region
Management Principles and Application
Materials for Renovation and Conservation

Optional Module (Choose 1):
Health and Safety Management
Measurement
Site Surveying

You will also study Level 5 mandatory modules:
Law and the Built Environment
Managing Heritage Construction Projects
Planning and Scheduling Works
Surveying and Recording for Renovation and
Conservation of Historic Buildings

Additional Qualifications n/a

Career Progression
Progress onto degree level study
Employment within the heritage sector, including conservation management, site and contract management, surveying and planning.

Campus Work Experience
Work related learning is an important part of this course. You will negotiate work experience or a placement with your tutor.

Assessment
n/a

Attendance Course Length and Study Pattern
n/a