T Level Construction – Design, Surveying & Planning

Study LevelLevel 3 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration2 Academic Years Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationTrinity Green

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Overview

This course will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to progress into skilled employment, an apprenticeship, or related technical study through further or higher education. The course includes modules in construction methods, building regulations and standards, and digital engineering techniques.Equivalent to three A-levels, this course will help you boost your employment prospects by gaining extensive experience on a work placement in a real-world environment. You will develop a rounded knowledge and a relevant set of skills that are favoured amongst employers in this sector. You’ll also learn about the commercial side of construction, such as stakeholder management, business structures and entrepreneurship. The construction industry is constantly evolving, so you’ll also dive into the world of digital technology, innovation and sustainability to understand more about how the industry will be shaped.

Key Info

The core element of a T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction will boost your knowledge in a range of topics such as design principles, project management and health and safety. You’ll also learn about the commercial side of construction, including stakeholder management, business structures and entrepreneurship. As the construction industry is always evolving, you’ll dive into the world of digital technology, innovation and sustainability, to understand how the industry will be shaped in the future.

Qualification Gained: Edexcel T Level Technical Qualification in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction

Budgeting and Resource Allocation
Building Regulations and Standards
Business, Commerce and Corporate Social Responsibility
Construction Industry and its Role in the Economy
Construction Design Principles and Processes
Construction Methods
Data Management and Information Standards in Construction
Digital Engineering Techniques
Health and Safety
How the Internet of Things (IoT) Impacts Construction
Making Accurate and Appropriate Measurements
Mathematical Techniques to Solve Construction Problems
Procurement
Project Management
Relationship Management and Customer Service
Risk Management
Sustainability and the Environmental Impact of Construction
The Science Behind Building Design, Surveying and Planning

Specialism: Surveying and Design for Construction and the Built Environment

Entry to this course requires grades 5 or above in GCSE English Language, Maths and Science.

Assessment includes examination papers and employer set projects. This qualification is 100% externally assessed, this means all the assessments are set and marked by Pearson.

Our T Level includes an industry placement with an employer focused on developing the practical and technical skills required for the occupation. These will last a minimum of 350 hours (approximately 45 days) but can last longer.We have secured work experience opportunities across a range of national construction companies such as Morgan Sindall, Balfour Beatty, Bond Bryan Architects and local construction companies such as Edge, Magnus Construction and Simpson Construction, giving a great careers edge and valuable experience to fast track you into work after the course.

Successful completion of this course can lead to progression into employment, further study or higher level study which can include University. Potential careers include:

Technical Surveyor
Town Planning Assistant
Building Control Officer
Geospatial Technician

If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]

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