Modern Methods of Construction - Level 4 Higher National Certificate
Course Type
Higher Education
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start & End Date
15 September 2026
30 May 2028
Days
Tue
Time
09:00-18:15
Location
Magherafelt
Interview Required
Yes
This course provides an opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification. At Level 4 students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the construction and the built environment sector. This course is suitable for those who are already employed within the industry and for those who hope to pursue a career within the construction industry.
You will receive training on industry standard and specialist equipment and software. The course consists of 8 units.
This course is delivered part time usually over one day per week.
Over the two years you will study 8 units and include units such as:
Units are subject to change.
Course co-ordinator, Stephen Hunter provides a short overview of what the HNC course covers.
Assessment is undertaken on a continuous basis through a combination of written assignments, practical assessments, work-based learning and presentations.
If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course. Contact our Business Engagement Team.
All applications must satisfy the general entry requirements as indicated below:
Provide evidence of their ability to undertake the programme through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning. All APEL claims are made through the appropriate Course Director and the College Higher Education coordinator and there may be a requirement for the applicant to produce a portfolio of experiential evidence.
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.
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £838 | £569 |
| Year 2 | £570 | £301 |
| Total |
*For eligibility criteria, visit our fees and funding page.
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement and at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration. Fees for subsequent years (Year 2 and/or Year 3) may be subject to change due to annual increases in awarding body charges, such as registration or examination fees.
Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer, you must upload an approved Employer Consent Form to the online admissions portal.
Payment Options
You can pay your fees in full by cash, cheque, credit/debit card, direct debit payment or via a Student Loan. For further details visit our fees and funding page.
Contact Details
Student Loan Queries
T: 028 9085 5048
E: studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk
Direct Debit or Payment Queries
E: finance@nrc.ac.uk
Funding Options including Scholarships
There are several funds available to help with costs related to your course such as grants and scholarships. For further details visit our student finance page.
Additional Mandatory Costs
Additional mandatory costs are essential expenses which are required in order to complete your course. These costs are separate from, and in addition to, any course tuition fees. Most courses do not have any additional mandatory costs. Examples of additional mandatory costs includes trips which are included as a component of your course, essential textbooks which are not available from our learning resource centres, essential equipment which is not provided by the College, professional memberships which are linked directly to the course.
These costs do not include stationery materials or items which a student may choose to purchase, personal computer equipment or software or additional textbooks or journals, memberships of professional bodies not essential for your course. Many students will choose to purchase their own equipment and materials during their course, these are not mandatory costs. For most courses, equipment and materials will be provided by the College.
All tutors are qualified and experienced counsellors. This underpins the authenticity of teaching and learning activities as students engage with practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities of the counselling role. The following teaching team deliver this course at Northern Regional College:
Staff Team
Assessment is undertaken on a continuous basis through a combination of written assignments, practical assessments, work-based learning and presentations.
If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course. Contact our Business Engagement Team.
This course provides an opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification. At Level 4 students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the construction and the built environment sector. This course is suitable for those who are already employed within the industry and for those who hope to pursue a career within the construction industry.
You will receive training on industry standard and specialist equipment and software. The course consists of 8 units.
This course is delivered part time usually over one day per week.
Over the two years you will study 8 units and include units such as:
Units are subject to change.
Course co-ordinator, Stephen Hunter provides a short overview of what the HNC course covers.
All applications must satisfy the general entry requirements as indicated below:
Provide evidence of their ability to undertake the programme through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning. All APEL claims are made through the appropriate Course Director and the College Higher Education coordinator and there may be a requirement for the applicant to produce a portfolio of experiential evidence.
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.
Course Fees
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £838 | £569 |
| Year 2 | £570 | £301 |
| Total |
*For eligibility criteria, visit our fees and funding page.
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement and at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration. Fees for subsequent years (Year 2 and/or Year 3) may be subject to change due to annual increases in awarding body charges, such as registration or examination fees.
Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer, you must upload an approved Employer Consent Form to the online admissions portal.
Payment Options
You can pay your fees in full by cash, cheque, credit/debit card, direct debit payment or via a Student Loan. For further details visit our fees and funding page.
Contact Details
Student Loan Queries
T: 028 9085 5048
E: studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk
Direct Debit or Payment Queries
E: finance@nrc.ac.uk
Funding Options including Scholarships
There are several funds available to help with costs related to your course such as grants and scholarships. For further details visit our student finance page.
Additional Mandatory Costs
Additional mandatory costs are essential expenses which are required in order to complete your course. These costs are separate from, and in addition to, any course tuition fees. Most courses do not have any additional mandatory costs. Examples of additional mandatory costs includes trips which are included as a component of your course, essential textbooks which are not available from our learning resource centres, essential equipment which is not provided by the College, professional memberships which are linked directly to the course.
These costs do not include stationery materials or items which a student may choose to purchase, personal computer equipment or software or additional textbooks or journals, memberships of professional bodies not essential for your course. Many students will choose to purchase their own equipment and materials during their course, these are not mandatory costs. For most courses, equipment and materials will be provided by the College.