The Higher National Certificate is designed to provide a specialist vocational programme, linked to professional body requirements and with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification provide a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in its specialist sector and its wide recognition by employers allows progression directly into employment. BTEC Higher National Certificate offers a strong emphasis on practical skills development alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding in the construction and the built environment sector. This course offers a broad based introduction to construction and the built environment.

This course will prepare students for a wide range of civil engineering careers e.g. Construction Consultant, Project Manager, Estimator, Civil Works Engineer, Structural Engineer, Surveyor and other opportunities within public and private sectors. Students may also undertake further studies at a higher level e.g. Higher National Diploma or a bachelor degree.