Design, Surveying and Planning Level 3 T Level Full-time
Course Overview
Design, Surveying and Planning Level 3 T Level Full-time
Are you interested in how buildings, roads, and infrastructure are designed and developed? Do you enjoy problem-solving, technical subjects, and seeing how ideas become real-world projects? The Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T Level could be the perfect next step for you.
This exciting two-year qualification is equivalent to three A Levels and has been developed in partnership with employers to give you the knowledge, skills and industry experience needed for a career in the construction and built environment sector.
What Will I Learn?
You'll develop a strong understanding of the construction industry and how projects move from an initial idea to a completed development. Topics include:
Construction science and principles
Design processes and planning
Surveying techniques and technologies
Digital construction and Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Sustainability and environmental considerations
Health and safety in construction
Project management and construction regulations
Data and information management
You will also learn how to use industry-standard technology and software, giving you valuable practical skills that employers are looking for.
Industry Placement
A key part of the T Level is a substantial industry placement of at least 315 hours with an employer.
This gives you the opportunity to:
Gain real workplace experience
Build confidence and professional skills
Work alongside industry experts
Apply your classroom learning to real projects
Strengthen your CV and university applications
This course may suit you if you:
Enjoy Maths, Science, Design Technology or Geography
Like solving problems and finding practical solutions
Have an interest in buildings, infrastructure or how places are developed
Want a qualification that combines academic study with practical industry experience
Are considering a future career in construction, planning, surveying or engineering
Located at: Construction Centre 'CUBE'
Course Start: September 2027
Course length: 2 Years
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: PCONTLEV
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
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The course information on this page was last updated 06 November 2026.
