Modular College Buildings for Higher Education

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Higher Education institutions

Higher Education institutions (HEIs) in the UK are continuously growing and evolving to meet the needs of their students and staff.

One key aspect of this growth is the construction of new buildings to accommodate the increased demand for academic spaces, research facilities, and administrative offices.

Why modular for higher education?

Modular construction offers a flexible, efficient, and cost-effective way for HEIs to expand their campus and provide the best possible environment for teaching, learning, and research.

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Why Elite?

  • Accredited modular supplier
  • Crown Commercial Service supplier
  • Member of Modular and Portable Building Association
  • Holds ISO Certifications
  • 30 years experience
  • Bespoke to the mm
  • Finance options available
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Choose your modular break rooms with us

Your people are loyal to your organisation and work hard to bring you success. A small investment in a modular portable break room will go a long way to improving your staff’s productivity.

How can they do this?

Consider how much relaxation and rest workers can get from a comfortable rest and lunch area.

Also, they will save time and effort not having to travel to the local café or convenience store to take a break or eat their lunch. These benefits to your staff will reflect in increased productivity.

Benefits of choosing modular break rooms with us

If you get one of our portable break rooms, you will be providing your employees with an essential facility. We can create these units according to your unique needs and design. Even incorporating noise reduction to ensure your break room is a comfortable and relaxing facility.

As they are modular, you can decide on the floor plan and number of rooms you want. We will incorporate all of your requirements into the construction, enabling you maximise space. You can also have various facilities, including the following:

  • Sound reduction walls.
  • Thermal insulation.
  • Temperature control.
  • HVAC systems.
  • Vending machines.
  • Electrical receptacles.
  • Other systems.

We build modular break rooms all around the UK

We supply modular break rooms all around the UK. Here are a few locations we frequently provide with portable break rooms. If your location isn’t here, don’t worry, we can surely cover your area from one of our distribution centres.

This list is by no means comprehensive, so wherever you’re based, get in touch and we’ll see how we can help your business.

Modular Break Rooms For Any Sector

All industry sectors are different, but there is one thing they all share – people. Regardless of your business, or sector, it is crucial to provide your people with a comfortable break area.

Below are a few business sectors we have provided modular buildings, modular break rooms and lunch rooms for:

Let’s talk about your modular break room requirements

Modular, portable break rooms provide considerable benefits to your organisation and your employees. Increased productivity makes investing in one of these modular buildings a no-brainer. Also, the enjoyment and satisfaction your people will get from a well-designed and relaxing space.

For a free quote of your modular break room requirements, contact us today.

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Environmentally focused

Lower carbon construction solution for higher education

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Reduced build times

Modular nurseries achieve far lower build times, resulting in minimal disruption and a more cost-effective solution

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Factory controlled quality

Every stage of a modular nursery build with Elite is thoroughly checked to ensure strict quality standards are met

Types of Higher Education institutions we can supply

As a modular construction provider, we are equipped to supply to a range of Higher Education institutions (HEIs) in the UK, including universities, colleges, and specialist institutions.

Whether you are looking to expand your campus, improve existing facilities, or accommodate a growing student population, our modular solutions can be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Universities

Our modular construction solutions are ideal for universities looking to expand their campus and provide new academic spaces, research facilities, and administrative offices. We can design and create buildings that meet the unique needs of your university, including:

  • lecture theatres
  • laboratories
  • libraries
  • student accommodation
  • administrative buildings

Colleges

We don’t just provide modular classrooms. For colleges looking to improve their facilities and provide the best possible environment for teaching and learning, our modular construction solutions can provide flexible, efficient, and cost-effective building solutions.

We can design and create buildings that meet the specific requirements of your college, including:

If you are looking for modular classrooms, we can build any type for your purpose:

See our dedicated Further Education page.

Specialist institutions

Whether you operate a music school, a drama academy, or a vocational college, we can provide modular solutions to meet your unique needs.

Our modular construction solutions can be customised to meet the specific requirements of your institution, providing a flexible and cost-effective way to expand your campus and provide the best possible environment for your students. 

Building Requirements of Higher Education Institutions

HEIs require a range of buildings to support their academic programs, research activities, and administrative functions.

These buildings can include:

Lecture theatres

Lecture theatres are essential to HEIs, providing spaces for large group teaching, presentations, and guest speakers.

These buildings often require specialised audio-visual equipment and technology to support teaching and learning, including:

  • multimedia systems
  • projectors
  • interactive whiteboards
  • video conferencing facilities

Laboratories:

Laboratories provide spaces for scientific research and experimentation.

They require specialised facilities, equipment, and technology to support research programs in fields such as:

  • biology
  • chemistry
  • physics
  • engineering

These buildings also require specialised safety features, such as ventilation systems and fire suppression systems.

Libraries

Libraries are crucial to HEIs, providing resources for academic research and study.

These buildings require a range of spaces, including:

  • traditional library stacks
  • study areas
  • computer labs
  • multimedia rooms

They also require high-speed internet connectivity, access control systems, and environmental controls to protect collections.

Student accommodation

Student accommodation provides residential spaces for students, ensuring they have a safe and secure place to live while studying at university. Modular construction can offer HEIs the ability to quickly and efficiently build new student accommodation blocks to meet demand.

Administrative buildings

Administrative buildings provide spaces for the administrative and support staff who work at the HEI.

These buildings require staff rooms, offices, meeting rooms, and other spaces to support administrative functions such as finance, human resources, and facilities management. 

Benefits of Modular Construction for Higher Education Institutions

Modular construction offers a range of benefits for HEIs, including:

Flexibility

Modular construction offers HEIs the flexibility to design and construct buildings that meet their unique needs, whether that be:

Modular construction can be customised to fit the specific requirements of each project, allowing HEIs to create the exact space they need.

Cost-effectiveness

Modular construction can be a more cost-effective alternative to traditional construction methods. Modular buildings can be manufactured off-site, which can reduce the time and labour required for construction.

The controlled environment of modular construction also reduces material waste and ensures quality control, further reducing costs.

Sustainability

Modular construction can be a more sustainable option for HEIs. Modular buildings can be constructed with sustainable materials and practices, reducing the environmental impact of construction.

They can also be designed with energy-efficient systems, such as insulation, lighting, and heating, which can lower energy costs over time.

Speed

Modular construction can be completed faster than traditional construction methods, allowing HEIs to expand their facilities quickly and accommodate growing student populations.

Modular buildings can be installed on-site in a matter of days or weeks, reducing the time it takes to complete construction projects.

Minimal disruption

Modular construction can be less disruptive to campus life than traditional construction methods. Because modular buildings are manufactured off-site, there is less noise and disturbance on campus during the construction process.

Modular buildings can also be installed quickly and with minimal site preparation, reducing the amount of time that construction equipment and workers are present on campus.

Choosing Modular Construction for Higher Education Institutions

When choosing modular construction for HEI building projects, there are several key factors to consider. These include:

  • Customisation:Modular construction allows HEIs to design buildings that meet their specific needs.
  • Quality: Modular construction provides buildings that meet or exceed industry standards, with consistent quality across all units.
  • Speed: Modular construction enables HEIs to complete projects faster than traditional construction methods, reducing disruption to campus life.
  • Sustainability: Modular construction offers sustainable building options, helping HEIs reduce their carbon footprint.
  • Cost-effectiveness: Modular construction can be a more cost-effective alternative to traditional construction methods, with reduced labour and material costs

In conclusion, modular construction is an excellent choice for HEIs in the UK looking to expand their facilities quickly and efficiently.

With the flexibility, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, speed, and minimal disruption offered by modular construction, HEIs can provide the academic spaces, research facilities, and administrative offices they need to continue building for the future.

Building Modular for Higher Education in the UK

We build so much more than just modular classrooms! We work with education institutions in the higher education sector all over the UK. Here are just some of those locations.

This list is by no means comprehensive, so wherever you’re based, get in touch and we’ll see how we can help your institution.

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We take pride in meeting the highest standards across every aspect of our business. Our accreditations demonstrate our commitment to quality, safety, and people:

We hold a wide range of additional accreditations. Explore the full list to see how we uphold the highest standards across every aspect of our business.

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