BSc Construction Management
Course overview
This course gets students ready for important management roles in the building industry. Students will learn how to lead construction projects from the very beginning to the end, making sure they are done safely, on time, within budget, and to a good quality. The programme also looks at how building affects the environment and teaches ways to build that protect our planet.
The teaching matches what is needed in the construction world. Students will cover the legal, technical, and money sides of building projects, as well as management, social, and environmental aspects. Students will learn to manage both business and large engineering projects. There's an option for a Professional Placement Year too, which helps you get real-world experience and make good connections in the industry.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study the course and sharing details about their past education. They will also need a suitable academic or employer reference. Students can choose to upload their CV (a document showing their work history) with their application to share their experience.
Grade Requirements
- Applicants need 112 UCAS points from their qualifications, like A-levels (e.g., BBC grades). If you have a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, you might need 80 UCAS points from it, possibly with other Level 3 qualifications.
- Other accepted qualifications include an Access to HE Diploma (with 60 credits passed, 45 at Level 3) or an International Baccalaureate Diploma (at least 28 points overall). A-level Mathematics at grade C or higher, or a similar qualification.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you will need an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each section: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
- Birmingham City University also accepts other English tests like Pearson PTE Academic (59 overall, with no section below 59), TOEFL iBT (80 overall, with specific minimum scores in each part), and the BCU English Proficiency Test. A Grade C (or 4) in English IGCSE is usually enough.
Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Construction Management programme can pursue careers which include:
- Construction Project Manager
- Site Manager
- Contracts Manager
- Planning Engineer
- Building Services Manager
- Health and Safety Manager
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year entry, the annual tuition fee for the full-time BSc Construction Management course is £17,690 per year. These fees usually include access to computer equipment, printing credit, field trips, software, subscriptions, and safety gear for site visits.
Admission
Candidates who are interested in this course can apply through the Birmingham City University online application form. Those who have further questions about the application process can reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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