Please note: this programme is currently undergoing modifications for our September 2025 intake. Details will be updated here shortly.
Our degree apprenticeship courses
We currently offer a range of degree apprenticeship courses. For the full range of courses visit our apprenticeships page for applicants or for business partners.
Course summary
This degree apprenticeship provides a comprehensive and professionally-oriented study of the management and organisation of sustainable construction production over the building project life cycle.
| Duration | Start date | Location | Entry level | End Point Assessment Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years part-time day release | September 2025 | Marylebone Campus, central London | Level 5 | CIOB |
Starting at Level 5, equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree, apprentices gain a BSc Honours in Construction Management. Those with insufficient experience can study our Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor apprenticeship first.
Supported by their employer to ‘earn while they learn’ without paying course fees, apprentices will learn about the technologies of domestic, industrial and commercial building, construction processes, planning and programming, construction health and safety, and project life cycle assessment. Real-life case studies, problem- and work-based learning bring professional practice to the classroom, while apprentices apply their learning to workplace projects.
The University is ranked 14th in the UK for Building by The Times Good University Guide 2021, placing Westminster 2nd in London. Our central London location and numerous industry contacts, which include Great Portland Estates, Mace, Lendlease, The Portman Estate and The Crown Estate, provide buildings as case studies for coursework, learning materials (drawings, reports, client briefs etc.) and come into the University to give face-to-face formative feedback on students’ work.
Course structure
This is a three-year apprenticeship. Apprentices must be employed by a construction employer. Time spent on work and training is split, meaning the apprentices spend on average six hours a week of their time learning, which can include time at the University and work-based training, linked to the apprenticeship, provided by the employer.
Year 1 develops the apprentice’s knowledge of construction technology, including building structures, and looks at the key skills and procedures involved with project and commercial management.
Subjects of study include:
- Construction Project Management
- Structural Principles
- Construction Health and Safety
- Procurement, Tendering and Contract Management
Level 5
Year 2 enhances the apprentice’s knowledge and understanding of management theory and practice, covering site management, health and safety, project procurement, and innovations in construction technology.
Subjects of study include:
- Digital Technologies in Construction
- International Construction
- Sustainable and Innovative Construction
- Facilities Management
Level 5 and 6
Year 3 builds knowledge of project procurement, construction management and current issues in the built environment. At the end of year, apprentices take the end point assessment, comprising an online test, project and professional discussion.
To achieve the apprenticeship and complete the University qualification, apprentices must successfully progress into Gateway and attempt all elements of the End Point Assessment at the end of the course in order to be awarded the qualification certificate and attend a graduation ceremony.
Subjects of study include:
- High-Rise Sustainable Construction Technology
- Deep Retrofitting
- International Building Challenge Project
- End Point Assessment Preparation
- Apprenticeship End Point Assessment
Level 6
Accreditations
The BSc (Hons) Construction Management course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE). Accreditation can be helpful to graduates in securing employment, as many employers require their staff to be professionally qualified.
The course is recognized and accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), which was established in 1834 and granted a Royal Charter in 1980. This accreditation signifies a peer review process and acknowledges the achievement of quality standards in delivering this course. It is periodically reviewed to ensure that the course continues to provide high-quality education in the built environment.
The CIOB serves as this apprenticeship's End-Point Assessment Organization (EPAO). An EPAO is responsible for delivering End-Point Assessments, which are the final and most critical stage of an apprenticeship. These assessments are unbiased and conducted independently to determine whether an apprentice has demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard.
On completing and passing the End Point Assessment, apprentices will automatically qualify for MCIOB–L6.
(Currently pending re-accreditation)
Programme specification
For more details on course structure and modules, and how you will be taught and assessed, see the programme specification.
To request an accessible version of the programme specification, please email [email protected].
Download the Programme Specification
Entry requirements and eligibility
Our apprenticeships are only available to those employed as part of an agreed apprenticeship scheme in a related role, who are aged 18 or over on the first day, are not in full-time education and meet the ESFA funding eligibility criteria. Further details are available on our How to apply page.
Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements of the course:
- BTEC HND/HNC in Construction or Built Environment: Merit profile
or - Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship (an interview might be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for the apprenticeship)
In addition to one of the above, you should have:
- GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher level
- GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 4
- If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.
Fees
Employers who pay the levy are able to use their available levy funds to cover the training and assessment costs. Employers who do not pay the apprenticeship levy share the cost of training and assessing their apprentices with the government – this is called 'co-investment'. Non-levy paying employers will contribute 5% towards the cost of apprenticeship training and the government will pay the rest (95%) up to the funding band maximum.
University module retakes are not included in apprenticeship levy funding. Employers will be charged separately. The current fee is £1,589* (price per 20-credit module).
One End Point Assessment (EPA) attempt is included in the apprenticeship levy funding. Any EPA resits are payable by the employer outside the levy. The EPA resit fees are:
- Knowledge Test £50 (first resit fee)
- Appendix B and C (Project) £200
- Professional Discussion £400
*Subject to UK parliamentary procedure
Careers/professional development
This course complements and enhances workplace knowledge and experience, boosting the apprentice’s career prospects, on-the-job performance and satisfaction. It also demonstrates the employer’s commitment to staff development, enhancing their appeal to future employees.
Apprentices must be in full-time employment in a role associated with the management of construction projects, office or site based. Construction site managers ensure site safety, manage productivity, review environmental impact, manage interfaces between stakeholders and ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
Course Leader
Dr Angel Ijeoma Ojukwu
Dr Angel Ijeoma Ojukwu is currently a Lecturer at the School of Applied Management, University of Westminster.
Dr Ojukwu holds a BEng in Chemical Engineering, an MSc in Information Technology Management from Anglia Ruskin University, and a PhD in Computing-Information Systems from the University of Portsmouth. She also holds a Certificate in Advanced Higher Education (FHEA) from the University of Westminster.
With over 12 years of industry experience in planning and managing projects and over six years in higher education, Dr Ojukwu seamlessly integrates real-world insights into her teaching. She delivers a range of modules, including project management, project and programme management, strategic project management, and other related subjects across various academic levels.
Her research explores how change management, project management, risk management, systems thinking, and communication support efficient and resilient decision-making in project management. She focuses on optimizing project delivery, mitigating risks, and improving stakeholder collaboration to advance sustainable and innovative project management.
Dr Ojukwu is driven by a passion for bridging the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that academic knowledge is complemented by practical skills to excel in the evolving landscape of project and programme management. She is committed to fostering critical thinking, innovation, and strategic problem-solving.
She is a dedicated educator who actively contributes to the delivery of construction apprenticeships and plays a key role in the development of the curriculum for these courses. Passionate about providing students with an industry-relevant education, she also focuses on sustainable construction methodologies and strategies for reducing carbon emissions in the built environment.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, Dr Ojukwu also supervises Master's level students, playing a pivotal role in guiding their research projects and providing valuable mentorship. Her guidance ensures that they not only complete their projects successfully but also develop the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for their future careers.
Teaching and assessment
This is how you can expect to be taught and assessed at the University of Westminster. Your apprenticeship will include additional requirements, agreed in partnership with your employer, designed to develop and evidence your skills in the workplace.
How you'll be taught
Teaching methods across all our undergraduate courses focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application.
Learning typically falls into two broad categories:
- Scheduled hours: examples include lectures, seminars, practical classes, workshops, supervised time in a studio
- Independent study: non-scheduled time in which students are expected to study independently. This may include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks, or revision
How you'll be assessed
Our undergraduate courses include a wide variety of assessments. Assessments typically fall into these broad categories:
- Practical: examples include presentations, videos, podcasts, lab work, creating artefacts.
- Coursework: examples include essays, reports, in-class tests, portfolios, dissertations.
Course location
Our Marylebone Campus has benefitted from a multi-million-pound refurbishment resulting in new workshops, digital studios and development of the Marylebone Library. The campus is home to Westminster Business School and our award-winning Architecture, Planning and Tourism courses.
For more details, visit our Marylebone Campus page.
Contact us
We are keen to establish new relationships with employers from a wide range of sectors and welcome enquiries. For more information, please contact our dedicated apprenticeships team on:
T: +44 (0) 207 911 5027
E: [email protected]