Modern Methods of Construction Higher National Certificate (HNC) - HTQ Part-time

Course Overview

Modern Methods of Construction Higher National Certificate (HNC) - HTQ Part-time

In the HTQ course, you will learn the latest construction methods and gain practical and theoretical skills. The coursework covers construction design projects, environmental considerations, off-site manufacturing, modern construction methods, cost control, and digital applications.

Modules include:

Construction Design Projects

Environmental Factors

Off-site Manufacturing

Modern Construction Methods

Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Alternative Energy Principles

Located at: STEM Centre

Course Start: 22 September 2025

Course length: 2 Years

Study Mode: Part-time

Course Code: HCONCHNC

UCAS Course Code: MMCC

Awarding Body:

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Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

£3,450 per year.

Other funding information

As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.

Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants' Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.

Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.

Visit the Student Finance page on the Government website for further details and to apply.

We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.


For further information please visit the Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) web page for more information.

Course Content

  • To hold either an existing Construction Level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC or T Level; an Access to Construction qualification; or a Level 3 qualification in a related industry

  • GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above

  • Prior experience of working in the Construction industry would be beneficial

You will be assessed by completing assignments and synoptic exams.

You will need to provide stationery.

Higher National Certificate

You can progress on to the Modern Methods of Construction Higher National Diploma (HND) qualification.

Other Resources

For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.

Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.

Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The course information on this page was last updated 01 May 2025.