ARU Foundation Degree in Construction

After successfully completing the course, students may progress to an Honours degree in Construction Management. Students have the opportunity to develop a career within the built environment, including project planning, site management, estimating, surveying and estate management. The award is accredited by the CIOB and students are encouraged to apply for membership. The awarding body is Anglia Ruskin University.

Entry requirements shall be equivalent to passes in one of the following:

An accredited Access Certificate.
One subject at A Level, supported by passes at Grade 4 (C) in four other subjects at GCSE.
University recognised standards of the NCVQ.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, Diploma and, Subsidiary Diploma.
Employment as a trainee in the professional/technical areas of construction is desirable.

In addition to the entry qualifications listed, the offer of a place on the course is subject to the outcomes of initial assessment, which will be taken at the College as part of the admissions process. Please note that entry criteria may vary quite significantly between courses at the same level. This is to take account of the specific skills needed for success on particular courses, the length of the course and the requirements for progression to the next level. Entry criteria are given as a guide, and the exact requirements in order to obtain a place on a particular course will be confirmed following attendance at a professional interview.

We want you to achieve to the very best of your ability at CRC. To make this happen we offer both learning and personal support by specialist staff tailored to meet your specific needs.

Assessment:

All units will be internally assessed using predominantly coursework, short tests, assignments, etc. Work will be graded according to the following calibration.

A = 70% or more
B = 60% - 69%
C = 50% - 59%
D = 40% - 49%
E = 35% - 39%
U = 34% and under