Course summary
Project managers play a crucial role in the success of construction projects. They ensure that timeframe targets and budgets are met, and oversee logistic side tasks, such as planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure. Our MSc Project Management (Construction) degree underpins practice with theoretical rigour and will provide you with a well-rounded view of project management in context of both the industry and the associated needs of clients. Through the course, you’ll advance your understanding of the systems and processes needed to achieve successful project outcomes. Through module and project work you’ll cover industry crucial aspects such as project briefing, exploring design, development issues, legal and contractual constraints, and people management skills. The course will allow you to develop exceptional skills surrounding procurement strategies — setting you up for a successful career as a key part of a highly dynamic industry. Who is this course designed for? This course is aimed at professionals or graduates wishing to pursue a career as a project manager in the construction industry. It’s suitable for those already working in broad roles in the construction industries who aspire to reach senior management positions. Additionally, this course is suitable for undergraduate students in related subject areas looking to progress to study a managerial and technical postgraduate programme. Key Features
- Professional Accreditation | This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), ensuring course content meets both quality and relevance.
- Employability Support | Our expert Employability team will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice. You can benefit from this service at any time during your studies, and for up to three years after completing your course.
- Flexible Study Options | Our flexible study routes support part-time learners, who wish to balance employment with further study. employment.
Modules
A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used to deliver the course content. In most modules, you’ll take part in intensive sessions of key point lectures, supported by study guides and other literature. Many modules include presentations by external industry specialists, to provide a real life perspective on the module content. Non-contact hours include direct out-of-classroom reading and activities, and independent learning and reading is deemed necessary to achieve the learning outcomes for the course. Core modules
- Law for Construction
- Construction Business and Enterprise
- Collaborative Working
- Project Initiation
- Lean Construction
- Professional Practice and Procedure for Project Management
- Postgraduate Research Project
Assessment method
Assessment methods vary from module to module, however assignments and case studies form a significant part of the assessment process. You may also be required to develop reports and present portfolios for assessment. Assignments are investigative in nature, enabling you to develop principles, analyse, critically appraise and evaluate relevant issues, demonstrating your creativity and sustainable thinking.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Chartered Institute of Building
- Chartered Surveyors, Royal Institution of
- Civil Engineering Surveyors, Institution of
- Building Engineers, Chartered Association of
How to apply
International applicants
Applying with prior qualifications: 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject such as construction management, civil engineering or property management or, Corporate membership of an appropriate construction industry-related professional body which has been approved for this purpose by the University, preferably alongside industry experience at managerial level or, An alternative approved construction industry-related professional qualification, together with appropriate industrial experience at managerial level in the construction industry. Applying with non-standard entry qualifications/experience: Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. Assessment of your experience will confirm that you have achieved the necessary skills in the course of your general experience. If you are applying for the part-time mode, you would typically have a minimum of three years’ experience at the appropriate level, and have the support of your employer who will wish to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work. You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure and/or building works, either as a direct employee of local or national government, or in the private sector. You will likely have experience of developing and coordinating significant infrastructure and building projects.
Entry requirements
For more information on entry requirements please visit the course page on the NTU website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For more information on fees and funding please visit the course page on the NTU website.
Sponsorship information
We have a range of competitive scholarships available. Please visit www.ntu.ac.uk/study-and-courses/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/funding for further information.
Provider information
Nottingham Trent University
50 Shakespeare Street
Nottingham
NG1 4FQ