Contractual and Legal Aspects of Site Management

Module Description

This module looks into the various methods of procurement used in construction and the types of contracts commonly used.

The module also highlights the legal requirements regulating construction projects, specifically Maltese building laws and related legal instruments.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this module must possess the following:

• a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one A-level or equivalent in any subject);
• a pass in English Language and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (O-Level or equivalent);
• 2 years of working experience related to the industry.

Target Audience

This course is targeted at:

• professionals within the construction industry and other individuals aspiring for professional and academic advancement in site management;
• mid-career break professionals looking for opportunities to return to or change their career.

Career Paths

The course is suitable for students who are new to the industry, as well as those who wish to obtain a Level 5 qualification and possibly pursue further academic pathways for experienced professionals in the field.  

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include:   

• site manager 
• site management executive 
• site health and safety officer 
• site project manager 
• site project assistant 

• site supervisor 

How you’ll be assessed

The method of assessment is assignment-based.

The module comprises:

• 6 lectures;
• 3-hour lectures (evening);
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.