What will you be learning?

The Edexcel Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment has been developed in close consultation with employer representatives within industry and with other key stakeholders, including Higher Education. It captures the essential knowledge, processes and skills that are needed as a basis for learners to succeed with their educational progression and in their careers. It is firmly set in a real-world context, and is expressly designed to be engaging and motivating.

The Principal Learning component provides learners with an overarching appreciation right across the sector, including aspects such as: design; construction; valuation and use; job roles, craft and operative, technician and professional; together with the impact of the built environment on society, business and the environment.

The Edexcel Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment is designed so that centres and consortia can work flexibly to maximise their own individual strengths and specialisms across this diverse sector.

The Foundation Diploma (Level 1) is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades D-G.


Enrichment Activities: Residential visits + other work related learning.

When?

Start date: September.
Duration: 2 years.
How is it delivered?: Flexible delivery options.
Availability: Current and continuing.
Time Slot: Daytime.

Who can do it?

Age range: 14 - 16.
Entry Requirements: Key stage 3 SATs at level 4.

What will you be working towards?

Qualification:  EDEXCEL Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (500/2809/1) .
Awarding Body: EDEXCEL.
Type: Diploma.
Sector: Building and Construction .

What happens when you have finished?

Where Can I Find More Information:
To find out more about this qualification, contact us, ask your Connexions Personal Adviser or school/college careers staff.