Construction Engineering with Surveying - Foundation Degree

Essentials

Duration: 3 Years Part-time
Start date: 15th September 2025
End date: 9th June 2028
Day: Mon
Time: 09:00-21:00

Course fee: To be confirmed

Course Aims

The Foundation Degree in Construction Engineering with Surveying (validated by Ulster University) is designed for students who are interested in a career in the construction industry and require a Foundation Degree to enhance employment prospects and/or to progress to higher academic study.  This course focuses on the principles and technical aspects of building design and construction.  

Key areas of study:

• Construction Technology
• Surveying Technology
• Digital Construction
• Mathematics and Structures
• Material and Comfort
• Construction Measurement
• Construction Management
• Project Development
• Structures
• Supervised Work Based Learning (Placement) 

Calling All SMEs

If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course.  Contact our Business Engagement Team.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is by a combination of coursework, practical and written examination and includes a 400-hour work placement period in the third year of the course which students must source and secure.  Students must source and secure a suitable placement location/provider.

Applicants must satisfy the Ulster University General Entrance Requirements as specified in the University General Regulations and at least one of the following: 

• A minimum of three passes at GCSE Grade C or 4 and above, which must include Mathematics and English Language (approved equivalents can be found at www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements), and either: 
• A minimum tariff of 56 UCAS points to include at least one specified subject at Grade D or above at GCE/VCE A Level from the following list: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Geography, Applied Science or Double Award Science, Life and Health Science (single or double award), Technology (including Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Environmental Technology, Environmental Science and Digital Technology), Art/Art & Design or Media Studies; 

OR 

• A Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma or National Extended Diploma in Construction, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Applied Science with minimum grade of Merit, Pass, Pass; 

OR 

• A minimum tariff of 56 UCAS points with a combination of A Level and/or BTEC Level 3 Awards.  The subject requirement must be met either through the A Level or the BTEC award (see a and b above).   
• Irish Leaving Certificate: a minimum tariff of 56 UCAS points with four subjects at Higher Level, including one subject at H3 from Physics, Maths, Technology, Chemistry, Biology or Engineering. Must include English and Maths at min grade H6 or O4. 
• Scottish Highers: a minimum tariff of 56 UCAS points to include one B from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or a Technology or Engineering subject. Scottish Advanced Highers: a minimum tariff of 56 UCAS points to include one subject from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or a Technology or Engineering subject. Plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C or 4 and above. 
• Evidence of an ability to undertake the programme through the accreditation of prior experiential learning which must be submitted in accordance with the College Policy Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) Higher Education Process available on the college website. Plus a minimum of five passes at GCSE Grade C or 4 and above, which must include Mathematics and English Language (or approved equivalents: see 1 above). 
• Minimum 45% in approved Access to HE Diploma course in Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering. 

International students must also refer to https://www.ulster.ac.uk/global/apply/entry-requirements for entry requirements.

NOTE: Entry requirements are to be confirmed.

Where students wish to have prior education and/or experience taken into account, in lieu of meeting the full course entry requirements, they should contact the relevant Course Director or Admissions. APEL applications must be submitted at least 2 weeks before the start date of the programme. More details can be found in the APEL Policy.

Depending on successful completion and grade achieved, progression is by articulation to the second year of Ulster University’s BSc Hons Construction Engineering and Management or BSc Hons in Building Surveying. Alternatively, you can undertake further study for a degree in another construction-related discipline or progress to employment within the construction industry. There is also the option of studying a 'top up' degree course at a FE college.