Why study Civil Engineering (SCQF Level 6) (FA)?
NC Civil Engineering
- Civil Engineering Materials
- Civil Engineering Project
- Computer Aided Drafting: An Introduction
- Construction Site Surveying: An Introduction
- Health and Safety in the Construction Industry
- Mechanics for Construction: An Introduction
- Construction Engineering Mathematics.
You will also complete a work placement.
What do I need to get in?
These vary depending on whether you start the Foundation Apprenticeship in S5 or S6. It could range from some subjects at National 5 to 1 or 2 Highers. Check with your school for details.
What will I study?
The Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Civil Engineering is for pupils staying on at school. You can choose an FA as one of your subjects in S5 or S6.
How will I be assessed?
- NC Civil Engineering.
- 1 or more SCQF units from Site Technical Support or Built Environment Design.
- Registration with the Institute of Civil Engineering or other professional institution.
What can I go on to next?
- Employment.
- You could continue your studies at college or university, gaining a Higher National Diploma (HND) or degree in Civil Engineering, or another engineering discipline.
- You could complete a Modern Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering or other construction technician area.
Further study, training or employment in:
Where can my parents find out more?
Your school will give your parents an Options or Choices information booklet, which has detailed information on the curriculum and the individual subjects or courses you can study. It will also invite them along to a Parents’ Information Evening.
They can also read the information leaflet(s):
1 - 2 years
