Civil Engineering Higher Level Apprenticeship (Validated by Ulster University) FT Millfield
Belfast Metropolitan College
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Higher Apprenticeship at Level 5

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Millfield Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 years

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Higher Apprenticeship at Level 5

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Millfield Campus

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OverviewIf you have completed A Level or equivalent you may be interested in a Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA). It offers you the opportunity to study and gain a recognised Higher Level Qualification whilst in paid employment. For more information visit the nidirect website and apprenticeships explained.Civil Engineers play a vital role in the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure which is fundamental to the economic wellbeing of a region or country. Civil Engineers, ...Read more

Overview

If you have completed A Level or equivalent you may be interested in a Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA). It offers you the opportunity to study and gain a recognised Higher Level Qualification whilst in paid employment. For more information visit the nidirect website and apprenticeships explained.

Civil Engineers play a vital role in the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure which is fundamental to the economic wellbeing of a region or country. Civil Engineers, therefore, have very wide career opportunities and are employed for their scientific knowledge, design expertise, problem-solving skills and business awareness.

This course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (ICE, IStructE, CIHT, IHE).*

This is a full time Foundation Degree programme offered by Belfast Met in collaboration with Ulster University. The course is designed for people who wish to progress to study a degree in civil engineering or are interested in a career in the construction/civil engineering industry and require a Foundation Degree to enhance employment prospects.

Modules of study include:

  • Civil Engineering Technology & Materials
  • Mathematics & Structures
  • CADD & Graphical Communication
  • Geology & Soil Mechanics
  • Infrastructure & Engineering Design
  • Civil Engineering Project & Professional Development
  • Surveying for Civil Engineers
  • Management and Measurement
  • Fluid Mechanics & Water Engineering
  • Further Maths with Structural Analysis
  • Work Based Learning

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

CC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

64 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

C Grades / Points required

Irish Leaving Certificate - Higher Level:

3333 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

M Grades / Points required

At A Level, a minimum tariff of 64 points, to include Grades CC including Mathematics and one other technical subject, together with a minimum of five passes at GCSE Grade C or above, which must include English Language (Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills: Communication accepted as equivalent) and Mathematics (Level 2 Essential Skills Numeracy is not accepted as equivalent).

Scottish Highers: Grades BBCC to include Mathematics and a relevant Science subject. If English and Physics are not offered at Higher Level a minimum of a Grade 3 at Standard/ Grade C at Intermediate Level 2 is required.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access Course: A minimum of 55% average in a relevant discipline, including Mathematics and relevant Science units (Level 3).

A mixture of A Levels / BTEC Subsidiary in a relevant area of study (Engineering or Construction) where they meet a minimum tariff of 64 points. The BTEC qualification must include mathematics units (Maths, Engineering Maths and/ or Further Maths) at minimum grade Merit(s) plus GCSE English Language (or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills: Communication) and Mathematics at Grade C or above.

Irish Leaving Certificate: A minimum of five subjects including grades 3333 at Higher Level to include Mathematics and a relevant Science subject. If English and Physics are not offered at Higher Level, a minimum of a Grade 3 at Ordinary Level is required.

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (18 units) in a relevant discipline, with a Merit or above in at least half of the units taken (relevant units will be specified) and Passes in the remaining units, plus GCSE English Language (or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills: Communication) and Mathematics at Grade C or above.

Tuition fees

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£2,905 per year

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The fees for 2024 have not been finalised and will be updated as soon as agreed.

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Belfast Metropolitan College
Millfield Belfast Belfast Antrim BT1 1HS United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Great Victoria Street  0.2 miles away
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