Construction Studies
Construction Studies is all about how buildings and structures are planned, designed and built — from the first idea through to the finished project. At South Eastern Regional College, you’ll explore the key stages of construction and how different trades and professionals work together to deliver safe, high-quality builds.
You’ll learn about construction materials and methods, site set‑out, sustainability, and the basics of building regulations and health & safety. You’ll also develop practical skills such as reading drawings, understanding specifications, estimating quantities and costs, and planning work in the right sequence.
This subject can lead to a wide range of careers across the built environment, including site supervision, management, surveying and design support roles. It’s ideal if you enjoy hands-on learning, problem‑solving and working as part of a team — with skills that are valued on building sites, in offices and across major construction projects.
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Why study Construction Studies at SERC
Build practical knowledge of how construction projects are delivered, develop job‑ready skills for site and office roles, and prepare for progression into apprenticeships, higher-level study or employment in the built environment — with expert tuition and hands‑on learning.
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Available Courses
Explore our diverse range of courses designed to ignite your passion and enhance your skills, offering a dynamic learning experience tailored to your interests and goals.
All Courses
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Building Services Engineering (HVAC)
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Construction Management
- Level 2 Traineeship in Maintenance Operations (Construction)
- Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Civil Engineering
- Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Building Services Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Civil Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Construction Management
- Pearson BTEC HND in Construction Management
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- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Building Services Engineering (HVAC)
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Construction Management
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Building Services Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Civil Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Construction Management
Higher Education
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Building Services Engineering (HVAC)
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering
- Higher Level Apprenticeship in Construction Management
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Building Services Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Civil Engineering
- Pearson BTEC HNC in Construction Management
- Pearson BTEC HND in Construction Management
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