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Technology Project Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Cardiff Metropolitan University (Prifysgol Metropolitan Caerdydd)

Technology Project Management (Taught)

Course options

2024 - 2025
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Open days

10Sep
Cardiff Metropolitan University - Postgraduate Open Day inc. PGCE (Cyncoed)
Postgraduate
10Sep
Cardiff Metropolitan University - Postgraduate Open Evening (Llandaff)
Postgraduate

Course summary

This Master’s programme in Technology Project Management will provide you with the career-relevant skills necessary to manage the whole lifecycle of technology-based projects, from inception to adoption and eventual disposal. The blend of general project management competencies with specific technological awareness will give you the tools you need to apply your learning on the job straight away and continue your professional development. Possible exit points - MSc/PgD/PgC

Modules

Compulsory modules:

  • Technology Project Management (20 credits)
This module aims to foster in students a critical appreciation of project management principles and practices in preparation for when they will manage – or be managed via – technology projects.
  • End User Computing Risk Management (20 credits)
This module is designed to provide the student with a critical appreciation of End User Computing (EUC) risk management with an emphasis on the risks and management of spreadsheet technology.
  • Research Methods for Technology Dissertations (20 credits)
The aim of this module is to equip the student with the skills, knowledge and techniques necessary to produce a dissertation with a research or technical focus.
  • Information Security (20 credits)
This module aims to provide an insight into the implementation of data security in computer systems and to encourage students to appreciate the practical and theoretical management principles associated with information security.
  • Social Media Analytics for Business (20 credits)
This module provides students with the opportunity to gain experience and develop skills in handling social media data that is generated from user activity.
  • Programming for Data Analysis (20 credits)
The aim of this module is to help students acquire skills for job roles of Data Scientist, Data Modellers and Data Analyst. Students taking this module will have the opportunity to understand and implement various statistical and computational techniques for analysing datasets using various industry standard software and programming languages.
  • Technology Dissertation (40 credits)
The aim of the technology project is for the student to apply knowledge, skills and techniques developed during directed and independent study to solve a real world technology related project. The technology project may take the form of an in-depth research project or the development of a computer system. Compulsory Project Management modules: Students will take one of the following modules:
  • Management of Mega and Complex Projects (20 credits)
This module will explore the common phenomenon in large and complex projects, often known as mega projects.
  • Project Management Theory and Practice (20 credits)
This module will critically examine the core concepts of project management and promote the use of planned and structured approach when managing projects in various domains and context.

Assessment method

Assessments take the form of individual or group coursework, research based assignments, practical assessments, presentations, reports, class tests and a dissertation.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Entry requirements

Applicants should have one of the following: - A Honours degree at least 2:2 or its equivalent in a relevant area e.g. Computing, Information Systems or an appropriate Engineering specialism.​ - Applicants from other backgrounds will be considered on an individual basis. - International Applicants Students whose first language is not English will also need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.0 standard, with no element under 5.5 or equivalent.​​ For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the International pages on the Cardiff Met website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £11000 Whole course
England £11000 Whole course
Northern Ireland £11000 Whole course
Scotland £11000 Whole course
Wales £11000 Whole course
EU £17600 Whole course
International £17600 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Technology Project Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS