Built Environment (Modern Apprenticeship) SQA Level 6

What is special about this course?

This Level 6 course provides students with an introduction to the construction industry with a specific focus on new sustainable building technologies that are being used in the wider industry, including practical applications. 

The course will give students a multitude of interdisciplinary skills to prepare them for the world of work or further academia. It will incorporate drawing skills, calculations, and design elements, which is supplemented by their work-based learning. The course will simulate 'live' projects, where possible, and simulated activity when required, to help students put into practice what they are learning with industry and combine the theory with practice. 

The course is specifically designed to ensure the students receive contextualised learning to improve their literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills. All related assignments will be directly linked to the practical units, with research and presentation skills being encouraged. This will allow students to progress onto various pathways, including Construction Graduate Apprenticeships.

Entry requirements

Learners are likely to benefit more readily from the study of the award if they enter with a general and broad academic ability showing an aptitude at SCQF level 4 and above for English, Mathematics and other related technical and graphical subjects.

Units may include:

  • Domestic Building Services                  
  • Construction Technology: Groundworks and Substructure             
  • Construction Technology: Superstructure and Finishes                  
  • Computer Aided Drafting: An Introduction                 
  • Construction Calculations                    
  • Construction Materials: An Introduction                     
  • Construction Site Surveying: An Introduction                       
  • Health and Safety in the Construction Industry                      
  • Built Environment Project                     
  • Sustainable Design for Architecture                
  • Civil Engineering Site Work
  • Drawing for Construction

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time

You will learn on campus through lectures and tutorials, and online study via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE), with support from your tutors and employer.

How long will my course last?

1 Year

Where can I study my course?

    • Beechwood Campus
    • Work Based

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.

Additional costs

Study costs are PPE – Estimated at £50.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Once you have completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

  • Construction 
  • Architectural Technology
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Construction management 
  • Building Standards

Is there more information available online?

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We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Inverness. UHI Inverness operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.