Build your future
on your terms
with Francis James
Study Construction and the Built Environment entirely online with Francis James Higher Education — live lectures, interactive workshops, and everything you need on one dedicated learning platform.
Francis James is shaping the future for Construction Professionals
Our programmes are shaped by industry priorities and underpinned by academic excellence, giving you the knowledge, recognition and confidence to move your career forward.
OUR THREE DEGREE PROGRAMS
Certificate of Higher Education
Level 4
The Certificate of Higher Education is the first level of our BSc Honours in Construction & the Built Environment. The degree programme is validated by Richmond American University London (RAUL).
Diploma of Higher Education
Level 5
The Diploma of Higher Education is the second level of our BSc Honours in Construction & the Built Environment. The degree programme is validated by Richmond American University London (RAUL).
BSc Honours Degree
Level 6
Level 6 is the final level of our BSc Honours in Construction & the Built Environment. The degree programme is validated by Richmond American University London (RAUL).
ABOUT
About Francis James
We are a specialist higher education provider, offering a flexible distance-learning model that includes live lectures, interactive workshops and a dynamic virtual campus. You can keep working and gain a respected qualification at the same time.
The People Behind Francis James
Sarah Graham
Vice-Chancellor
Helen Barratt
Academic Director
Patrick Edwards
Lead Lecturer
Paul Montgomery
Lecturer
Blane Judd
Chair
Alison Allden
Non-Executive Director
Robert Campbell
Non-Executive Director
Our Legacy
Our foundation is built on nearly a decade of delivering higher education in the construction and built environment sector.
Through Skills4Stem, we have supported working professionals to achieve recognised qualifications, progress in their careers, and develop the skills required by industry. This experience has shaped a delivery model grounded in academic quality, industry relevance, and flexibility.
Our legacy is one of trust, consistency, and measurable outcomes.Francis James builds on that foundation, extending opportunity, raising ambition, and supporting the next stage of professional progression.Maybe remove or make the photo much smaller and use the whole space and designed in an attractive way.
Our Values
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Learner‑centred provision: Educational quality, learner support, and outcomes take precedence over short‑term commercial objectives.
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Academic integrity: Provision is delivered in accordance with recognised UK higher education standards and regulatory expectations.
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Accessibility and inclusion: Flexible delivery models are used to widen participation and support diverse learner cohorts.
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Continuous improvement: Teaching, assessment, and support are reviewed regularly to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
Our Vision
To enable learners in the construction and built environment sectors to achieve recognised higher education qualifications that support professional progression, social mobility, and lifelong learning.
Our Mission
Francis James delivers accessible, flexible, and industry-aligned higher education that supports learners to succeed academically and professionally, regardless of background or personal circumstance.
