About the course

Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Architectural Technology for England

The Level 4 units lay the foundations for learning by providing a broad introduction to construction and different architectural technology functions. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing students for specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility. Students will gain a wide range of construction knowledge linked to practical skills gained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. Students are involved in vocational activities that help them to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence) and transferable skills. Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and in the workplace.  By the end of Level 4, students will have sound knowledge of the basic concepts of construction. They will be competent in a range of subject-specific skills as well as in general skills and qualities relevant to key areas of construction.

Start Date/s

08/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Maths and English Min Req- Grade 4 in both. Existing L3 in a Construction related qualification or Apprenticeship. Industry experience not essential but preferred.

Modules

Core Mandatory Unit 1: Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) Credits 15 Level4 Core Mandatory Unit 2: Construction Technology or Unit 17: Civil Engineering Technology Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 4: The Construction Environment Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 5: Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 13: Building Information Modelling Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 14: Principles of Refurbishment Credits 15 Level 4 Core Mandatory Unit 26: Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling Credits 15 Level 4

Assessment

Assessments and projects chosen to help students progress to the next stage (this means that some are set by the centre to meet local needs, while others are set by Pearson). Students are required to apply their knowledge to a variety of assignments and activities, with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and higher-level thinking skills Students also benefit from opportunities for deeper learning, where they can make connections between different study units and select areas of interest for detailed study. In this way, BTEC Higher Nationals in Quantity Surveying provide a vocational context in which students can develop the knowledge and academic study skills they need to progress to university degree courses. These academic study skills include: ● active research ● effective writing ● analytical skills ● critical thinking ● creative problem solving ● decision making ● preparing for exams, and ● using digital technology.

Careers & Progression

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding in construction, which students can build on should they decide to continue their studies beyond the Certificate stage. The Level 5 Higher National Diploma allows students to specialise by committing to specific career paths and progression routes to degree-level study. On successful completion of the Level 5 Higher National Diploma, students can develop their careers in the sector through: ● entering employment ● continuing existing employment ● linking with the appropriate professional body ● committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) ● progressing to university.

Additional Details

Information About Fees

£7250.00 Usual payment methods and Student finance applications supported.