University of Lancashire

BSc Construction Project Management with Foundation Year

University of Lancashire

Course overview

This four-year BSc Construction Project Management (with Foundation Year) at the University of Lancashire is designed for students who do not have the typical entry grades for a standard degree. The programme gives students a strong, professional foundation in Construction Project Management, teaching them how to successfully manage and lead project teams. The main degree part is officially approved by major industry bodies like the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), confirming it meets high standards and offers excellent preparation for a construction career.



The first Foundation Year focuses on building the essential core academic skills and basic knowledge in engineering and construction technology required for the main degree. Assessment uses a blend of formal exams, written coursework, and hands-on projects, ensuring students gain both technical understanding and key study skills. The overall course content thoroughly covers the latest construction techniques, systems, design rules, and project management details from start to end.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least 64 UCAS Tariff points, which can be achieved through various qualifications, such as a pass in the Access to HE Diploma or a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma at MPP.

  • All candidates must also possess five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, and these must include both Maths and English, or hold an approved equivalent Level 2 qualification.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score a minimum of 6.0 overall in IELTS Academic, with no individual component score less than 5.5, or submit an equivalent test result from an approved English language qualification.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    20% reduction in tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Chevening - UK Government Scholarship

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Rice-Jones Charitable Trust Postgraduate Law Scholarship

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates from the BSc Construction Project Management (with Foundation Year) from the University of Lancashire are prepared for key roles in the construction industry. The five major career paths include:

 

  • Construction Project Manager

  • Construction Site Manager

  • Quantity Surveyor

  • Estimation Specialist

  • Planning Engineer

Cost of study

For International students, the annual tuition fee for the BSc Construction Project Management (with Foundation Year) in the University of  Lancashire is £18,750.

Admission

The application process for this four-year undergraduate programme is primarily managed through the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.

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