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Construction Management BSc (Hons)

UCAS code: K221 (Full-time), K200 (Sandwich)

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  • Level of study:
    Undergraduate
  • Typical offer:
    96 - 104 UCAS tariff points
  • Start date:
    September 2026
  • Duration:
    Three years full-time, four years with placement
  • Attendance:
    Full-time, Placement year
  • Course delivery:
    On-campus (City Campus)
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About this course

This course is designed for students who want to undertake a leadership role in the global building construction process.

With an emphasis on sustainability, technology and management, you’ll develop a wealth of knowledge and wide range of professional skills needed to successfully manage complex construction projects.

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.

We also offer this course on a part-time study route.

  • 3rd

    for the number of UG students studying Building (HESA 2023/24).

  • Top 10

    NTU is ranked top 10 in the UK for Building (Complete University Guide 2027).

  • 5th

    Building studies at NTU is Top 5 in the UK for the percentage of full-time students in graduate level jobs within 15 months of finishing their degrees (latest Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2022/23)

  • Top 10

    Building subjects at NTU are ranked in 8th in the UK for student satisfaction (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

This course is 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.

Course accreditations

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  • Chartered Association of Building Engineers
  • Chartered Institute of Building logo
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In the UK for Building in the Complete University Guide 2027

Module information

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be studying throughout the course:

Core modules

Core modules

Placement year routes

Core modules

We regularly review our course content based on student and employer feedback to ensure they remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or availability in future years. Optional modules will only run where there is sufficient demand. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis to protect the academic and student experience.

Student experience

  • Munashe Chipangano

    Munashe Chipangano

    Construction Management and Quantity Surveying student

    “NTU have a very knowledgeable and experienced team who cover all industries and sectors within construction. With this wealth of experience and knowledge the support I received with my studies has been exceptional.”

    Read Munashe's profile
  • Harry Nicholls

    Harry Nicholls

    Construction Management and Quantity Surveying student

    “Each day poses different challenges and being on this placement gives me the exposure as to how you overcome certain challenges.”

    Read Harry's profile

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How you're taught

You’ll learn through a mix of:

  • lectures - covering the key theories
  • seminars - smaller-group sessions perfect for learning key skills and collaborative working
  • laboratory sessions - including IT sessions and computer-aided design (CAD), concrete testing and fieldwork
  • workshops - including sessions where you’ll meet with your tutors in small groups to discuss any problems or work through challenging topics.
  • project work  - self-directed study with the support of NOW, our virtual learning environment.

Outside of timetabled sessions you'll need to undertake self-directed independent study. This will include preparing for lectures, researching, completing coursework, developing a portfolio, and directed reading to expand your knowledge.

A placement year may be taken between year 2 and year 3 of study.

Study trips

Field trips and study visits are an important part of your learning. Trips may include site visits to live projects and residential study trips. Where a trip is mandatory it will be aligned to your modules and inform project work, and the school will cover all substantive costs, including travel and accommodation.

Optional trips may also be organised which can provide additional opportunities to enhance your knowledge and experience. Optional trips may incur a cost to the student.

Research-informed teaching

Our research is tackling real-world issues – and the people working on this research will be teaching you. It also informs the subjects you’ll be studying with us so you can be sure your knowledge will be cutting-edge in your field.  In the last Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) – the UK’s system for assessing the quality and impact of research in universities – we’re proud that 100% of research submitted by the Centre of the Built Environment was assessed to be either world-leading or internationally excellent.

How you're assessed

People excel in different ways, and we want everybody to have the best possible chance of success. You will be assessed through:

  • coursework, this will make up the majority of your assessments and will consist of group and individual projects, formal reports, presentations, essays and a portfolio.
  • exams, including formal exams and electronically assessed tests.

Contact hours

For each 20-credit module, you’ll spend about 200 hours learning overall. Around 40 of those hours will be taught in lectures or seminars. The rest of the time is for independent study, reading, research, or working on assignments.

Who will teach you?

  • Eamonn_Colbert

    Eamonn Colbert

    Senior Lecturer

    Eamonn Colbert is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment, Construction Management Department. Academic management and Course Leader for the undergraduate Construction Management subject group.

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    Anthony Ward

    Principal Lecturer

    Dr Anthony Ward is a Course Leader in the Construction Management subject group. He manages the undergraduate courses and academic staff within the group and teaches across several built environment courses.

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  • Alan Fewkes

    Senior Lecturer

    Alan Fewkes

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  • Ehsan Asnaashari

    Ehsan Asnaashari

    Senior Lecturer

    Dr Ehsan Asnaashari is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment, Nottingham Trent University. His background is in Civil Engineering and he got his MSc and PhD in Construction Management. Dr Asnaashari mainly specialises in project management aspects of construction projects. He has worked in the industry since 2013 mainly in residential development projects. Ehsan also worked in the higher education sector as an assistant professor in Iran since 2012. His research interest includes lean construction, building information modelling (BIM), Human Resource Management in Construction and the Happy Home concept.

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  • Antony Pidduck

    Antony Pidduck

    Senior Lecturer

    Antony Pidduck

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  • David Jones

    David Jones

    Senior Lecturer

    David Jones

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  • Chris Coffey

    Chris Coffey

    Principal Lecturer

    Chris Coffey

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  • Clive Wright

    Senior Lecturer

    Clive Wright

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  • Graham Dickens

    Graham Dickens

    Senior Lecturer

    Graham is a Senior Lecturer and Placement Coordinator

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Entry requirements

UK students

Standard offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

Contextual offer: 96 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

To find out what qualifications have tariff points, please use our tariff calculator.

International students

Academic entry requirements: We accept 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent).  We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international entry requirements by country.

English language requirements:  See our English language requirements page for requirements for your subject and information on alternative tests and Pre-sessional English.

Policies

We strive to make our admissions procedures as fair and clear as possible. To find out more about how we make offers, visit our admissions policies page.

Fees and funding

UK students

- see the fees for this course, as well as information about funding and support.

£9,790 per year

If you choose to do a placement year or year abroad, you'll pay a reduced fee for that year:

  • Placement year - £1,905
  • Year abroad - £1,430

Find out about the extra support we may be able to provide to help pay for uni, including NTU bursaries and scholarships.

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees, including the placement year and study abroad options are subject to government policy and may change in future years of study.

Preparing for the financial side of student life is important, but we don’t want you to feel anxious or confused about it. Visit our fees and funding pages if you have any concerns.

International students

- see the fees for this course, as well as payment advice and scholarships.
  • £17,950 per year

If you choose to do a placement year or study abroad placement year, you'll pay a reduced fee for that year:

  • Placement year - £1,905
  • Year abroad - £1,430

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees might increase from the second year of your undergraduate course, in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

Scholarships

We offer international scholarships of up to 50% of your tuition fee. You can apply for a scholarship when you have an offer to study at NTU.

Living costs

See our advice on managing your money and the cost of living as an international student in Nottingham.

Paying fees

As an international student, you'll need to make an advance payment as part of your offer conditions. You'll then need to pay your tuition fees in full, or have an agreement to pay in two further instalments, in order to enrol on the course.

Find out how and when to pay your fees, including information about your advance payment, instalment dates and how to make payments securely to the University.

Enquiries

If you have any queries relating to advance payments or arrangements to pay, please contact our friendly and experienced international enquiries team.

Additional costs

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include loads of great benefits, such as the use of our library, support from our expert Employability team and free use of the IT equipment across our campuses. There are just a few additional things you may need to budget for:

Textbooks and library books

Your modules will point you to key textbooks and recommended reading. Many are available online, and in our libraries, but some students choose to buy their own copies. You’ll receive resource lists showing where to access eBooks, digital resources and physical copies. Our friendly Library team is always on hand to help you find what you need.

Printing and photocopying costs

The University allocates an annual printing and copying allowance of £20 depending on the course you are studying. For more details about costs for additional print and copying required over and above the annual allowance please see the printing and photocopying information on the Library website.

Building Blocks financial package

As a student at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment, you’ll also benefit from our Building Blocks financial package, which aims to help minimise the additional costs of study, while you’re here at NTU.

What you’ll receive

  • All of the materials needed for induction workshops and activities, working within our workshops and laboratories.
  • Free personal protective equipment (PPE), which usually includes hard-wearing boots, goggles and high-vis vests, to keep you safe on site visits and while working in our workshops.
  • Access to the free professional body accreditation, as appropriate for your course.

Field trips

All essential field trip costs will be included in your course fees. There may be the opportunity to take part in optional field trips, which do incur additional costs.

Placements

If you're undertaking a placement year, you'll need to budget for accommodation and any travel costs you may incur whilst on placement. Many of our placement students do earn a salary whilst on placement which can help to cover these living costs.

Year abroad

If you choose to study abroad for a year, you may need to consider additional costs such as visas, vaccinations, accommodation and travel expenses.

Fees and funding advice

For more advice and guidance, phone the Student Money Team on +44 (0)115 848 2494.

Cost of living information and support

Managing your money can help you make the most of life at NTU. Here's how we can support you, and now you can make your funding go further.

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Careers and employability

Our course is designed to prepare you to succeed in the construction industry and 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.

What our accreditations mean for you

This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE). These accreditations represent seals of approval that the course delivers the highest standards of teaching and signify the quality and relevance of the course content.

Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

The CIOB accreditation ensures that successful students have a clear route to become full members of the CIOB (MCIOB). To become Chartered you must apply directly to the body and demonstrate your knowledge, skills and experience in key areas of occupational, managerial and professional competence through reviews and assessments.

As a Chartered member of CIOB, you will be part of the world's largest and most influential professional body for construction management and leadership, with nearly 50,000 members in more than 100 countries.

Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)

All students on a CABE-accredited course can apply for free Student Membership, and after graduating, can apply for Graduate Membership (Grad CABE). Graduate Membership is a developmental grade on the pathway to becoming a fully qualified Building Engineer.

CABE is an internationally recognised professional body. As a member, you'll show your peers, employers and the public that you are a competent and ethical professional who can be relied upon to strive for the highest possible standards.

Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)

The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) is the leading international professional body for specialists in geospatial engineering and commercial management in infrastructure. CICES membership demonstrates that individuals are competent in their field and committed to continuing professional development.

Employability team

Our expert Employability team will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice. You can benefit from this service at any time during your studies and for up to three years after completing your course.

Excellent placement opportunities

BSc (Hons) Construction Management students have the opportunity to apply for a year-long work placement. This will give you real, hands-on experience within the industry, opening up exciting opportunities for future employment. Our sandwich route offers this year-long placement option, with a total course length of four years.

Professional qualification

Successful completion of the 36 weeks leads to an extra qualification – the Diploma in Professional Practice.

  • Employability Promise

    Personalised support, one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice – it’s all part of our Employability Promise. And it doesn’t end when you leave NTU – you’ll have access to all our careers services for three years after you graduate (conditions apply).

  • Graduate employers

    Graduates from this course have successful careers in organisations such as:

    • Balfour Beatty
    • Berkley Homes
    • Gleeds
    • ISG
    • Morgan Sindall
    • Siemens
    • Willmott Dixon

  • Our graduates are…

    Graduates from this course now work in a wide range of roles such as:

    • Site manager
    • Graduate project manager
    • Graduate trainee
    • Trainee construction manager
    • Assistant site manager
    • Graduate site manager
    • Project manager

  • Assessed work-like experience

    We’ve embedded at least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience into all of our courses. This gives you the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world scenarios, build your confidence, and develop the experience employers are looking for.

  • NTU Enterprise

    If you’re a budding entrepreneur, NTU Student Enterprise can help you to develop your ideas and innovations and turn them into a reality. We also offer training, mentoring, workshops, financial advice and more to develop your business skills.

Where your degree could take you

Discover how our students and alumni used their Construction Management and Quantity Surveying degree to further their careers. Take a look at our other profiles and explore the possibilities awaiting you.

  • Kevin smiling at the camera standing outside in a garden

    Kevin's experience founding Focus Consultants

    After four years of working towards it, NTU alumni Kevin founded his own company Focus Consultants, a multi-disciplinary business with offices in Nottingham, Leicester and London.

    View Kevin Osbon's profile
  • Clegg brothers

    Two brothers lead the way in the building industry

    Read about recent graduates Paddy and Cian, two members of the same family, who are both forging successful careers in the building industry.

    View profile

Campus and facilities

Facilities for Construction students

We have a vast range of specialist tools, software, workshops and other facilities to help students in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment create their very best work.

Your lectures and seminars will take place on our City Campus. You'll also benefit from dedicated lab spaces in the Maudslay building, including a hydraulics lab and a concrete testing lab.

IT resources

Our IT resource rooms and PC clusters are distributed across the City Campus, with PCs providing access to Microsoft Office, email, web browsing, networked file storage, and high-speed online printing services (with a free printing allowance for each student).

Books and library resources

In our modern library, you'll have access to an extensive and diverse range of books and periodicals that focus on specialist areas within the Built Environment. The library's OneSearch system provides access to all our electronic resources, journals and books.

Within the library there is a liaison librarian who has specialist subject knowledge. They can offer detailed help in finding and using print and electronic resources and also support on things such as Harvard referencing and research skills.

Applying

UK students

Apply through UCAS.

Keeping up to date

After you've applied, we'll be sending you important emails throughout the application process – so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

You can get more information and advice about applying to NTU on our Your Application page.

Apply through UCAS

International students

You can apply for this course through UCAS.

If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU Applicant Portal.

Please read our application guidance before you start your application.

We advise you to prepare and apply as early as you can as Student visa processing time can vary.

We'll send you important emails throughout the application process. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam mail folder.

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Personal statement guidance

You’ll submit a personal statement with your UCAS application – here are our tips on what to include and how to structure your personal statement.

Application support

If you have any questions about applying, get in touch through our online form or call us on 44 (0)115 848 4200.

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