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Thinking of studying a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment?

Thinking of studying a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment?. Construction and the Built Environment. Could you be the next…Sir Norman Foster ?. British architect, he is the United Kingdom’s biggest builder of landmark buildings.

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Thinking of studying a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment?

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  1. Thinking of studying a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment? Presentation Title runs here l 00/00/00

  2. Construction and the Built Environment Could you be the next…Sir Norman Foster? British architect, he is the United Kingdom’s biggest builder of landmark buildings Designed “the Gherkin” (30 St Mary Axe) a London skyscraper and iconic symbol of London His company, Foster and Partners was last valued between £300 and £500 million On the Board of Trustees for the charity Article 25, helping build sustainable buildings in dangerous parts of the world

  3. Thinking of studying a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment?In this presentation you’ll find Where can BTEC take you My story...FridahNzaba, BTEC Engineering Student of the Year Your career choices with BTEC • Working in the construction sector • The skills and knowledge you need • What you’ll learn studying a BTEC Why choose a BTEC? Recognised by universities and employers Your journey through education Succeed with BTEC A ‘real world’ approach to learning Who can help me? Ask your teacher and find out more 2

  4. Working in the Construction and Built Environment Sector 1

  5. Working in the Construction and the Built Environment sectorThe Skills you need Alongside your engineering skills, you’ll need: Mathematical skills For accurate calculations and costs Understanding the needs of the end user Business skills Presenting new ideas and designs Communication skills

  6. BTEC Construction and the Built EnvironmentWhat you’ll learn BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment teaches the knowledge and skills you need to work in the industry Learn about the importance of construction to the economy, environment and the community Discover the world of construction and how it impacts on our world today Work as a team to investigate new ideas, solve problems and deliver projects 5

  7. Why choose BTEC? 2

  8. Why choose BTEC?5 reasons Recognised by schools, colleges, universities and employers Practical, real-world approach to learning 1 3 Progress to further education, training and employment Assessment happens throughout the course 2 4 Present your work in a variety of ways 5

  9. Your journey through education and training BTEC Firsts can be studied as part of a broad and balanced curriculum, either alongside GCSE or as part of a Study Programme. Qualification Map Further Education Higher Education BTEC Apprenticeships Employment After completing a BTEC First, learners can go on to study BTEC Nationals, A levels or a combination of the two. Level 3 (Key Stage 5) BTEC Nationals A Levels (GCE) Levels 1 & 2 (Key Stage 4) GCSE BTEC Firsts BTEC Entry 3/Level 1

  10. Succeed with BTEC Taking a level 2 BTEC alongside five GCSEs adds 5.9 % more to earning power than just taking GCSEs. Every year over 100,000 BTEC students successfully apply to university in the UK. BTEC can boost your lifetime earnings by up to £92,000. Source: Statistics taken from Returns to BTEC Vocational Qualifications, London Economics (October 2010)

  11. A ‘real world’ approach to learning With BTEC, you'll be assessed throughout the course, on a range of assignments, rather than in one final exam. BTECs let you present your work in a way that suits your style and makes the best of what you produce. Producing a written technical report or specification Audio-visual recordings of a portfolio, sketchbook or aworking logbook Giving a presentation to an audience

  12. Where can BTEC take you? 3

  13. Outstanding BTEC Science and Engineering Student – FridahNzaba • Fridah’s BTEC Experience • Working independently and as part of a team. • Managing and leading on education and industry partnership projects. • Inspiration for high-quality employment. • Where next forFridah? • Final year of a BTEC Engineering Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma at Nottingham Academy. • Also studying for A levels in Physics, Maths and Business Studies. • Been accepted onto Rolls Royce Aerospace's Higher Apprenticeship scheme. Picture of winner required… FridahNzaba

  14. BTEC Construction and the Built Environment opens doors to careers as. . . Site Supervisor Estimator Project Manager Craftsperson

  15. Who can help me? 4

  16. Talk to your teacher to find out more about BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment

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