Construction Management - Sligo
This programme prepares graduates to assume technical, management, academic and research and development level positions within the construction industry. The course consists of twelve subject modules - three per semester and learners may take as few modules as they wish and complete the programme over a number of years to suit their own circumstances.
| Award Name | Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online.
Study Hours
Live lectures normally take place between 6pm and 10pm, two evenings per week but this may vary depending on the availability of specific lecturers. It is recommended that you should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5-credit module to your studies.
On-Campus Attendance
No attendance required.
Entry Requirements
Applicants require Higher Certificate (NFQ Level 6) in a relevant discipline or equivalent. Graduates who have not obtained this minimum may incorporate other equivalent qualifications and relevant work experience and apply for assessment via the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Further information
Total Fees €6,900
Professionally qualified and experienced Civil Engineers, Construction Managers and Quantity Surveyors will teach the various modules in the areas of site management, contracts management, project planning, measurement and costing, construction technology, services, BIM and site surveying.
Who should apply?
The programme is specifically designed to facilitate industry professionals including; Engineers, Architects, Technicians, Foremen, Qualified Carpentry and Joinery Craft persons, or other Qualified Level 6 construction industry professionals seeking to progress to management roles or existing construction managers seeking formal education and training. It is also suitable for professionals from other backgrounds who have assumed roles in the industry and are seeking formal qualifications.
External Accrediting Body
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Modules
Building Services
Site Management
Project Feasibility and Appraisal
Building Surveying
Construction Contract Admin & Procurement
Project Programming & Control
Industrial Construction Technology
Building Information Modelling Fundamentals
Fundamentals of Measurement and Cost Control
Site Surveying
Commercial Construction Technology
Building Information Modelling & Collaboration
Examination & Assessment
Continuous assessment varies per module, typically 40% with a 60% final exam. The programme includes a significant amount of online testing in each of the modules and the objective of the final written and practical examinations is to ensure the validity of the online test results.
Admissions: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Student Advisor: Sallyanne Downes: Sallyanne.Downes@atu.ie