Course summary
Our programme empowers future project leaders with comprehensive skills to navigate diverse challenges. The course will develop graduates who are able to solve problems for clients and show strong interpersonal skills, such as leadership, communications, and teamwork, and who are skilled and confident in both internal and external stakeholder analysis and management. Our curriculum blends theoretical insights with practical applications, fostering sustainable project management practices. Graduates develop versatile skill, including analytical prowess, effective communication, and a deep understanding of project management theories and methodologies. They emerge as reflective practitioners equipped to drive successful project outcomes and innovate in diverse contexts, ensuring they thrive in the evolving field of project management. Our programme: • explores project management tools & techniques to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively initiate, plan, execute, and monitor projects. Additionally, students learn about leadership and team dynamics, strategic project management, and sustainability in projects. • develops knowledge of different project management methodologies, including PRINCE2 Agile. On successful completion of the required exams, you will also have the opportunity to obtain professional certifications in these methodologies. • prioritises practical application by incorporating case studies and real-world projects. This approach enables graduates to excel in a variety of industries and sectors where project management is essential. • provides flexible learning options such as PgCert, PgDip, or part-time, allowing you to balance work, family and additional commitments alongside studying. • Is delivered by academics who are experienced practitioners in the field. Core Modules • Agile Project Management • Project Management Methodologies, Tools, and Techniques • Sustainable Project Management • Managing People & Finance
Modules
Core Modules Agile Project Management Agile project management offers advantages by recognising patterns of changing information and trends, and responding swiftly and effectively through quick, iterative testing; incremental development; and experimentation. Providing in-depth knowledge of agile project management methodologies, tools, and techniques such as Scrum and Kanban, this module enables students to apply relevant techniques to practice, contributing to their capability to manage agile projects. Project Management Methodologies, Tools, and Techniques Connecting the main tools and techniques of project management, the module examines critical topics such as the management of schedules, quality, stakeholder communications, cost estimation, resource scheduling and risk management, along with communication, organisation, and leadership. Evaluating a range of methodologies such as PMIBoK, APMBoK, PRINCE2, and DevOps, the module provides insights and practical knowledge to enable students to successfully lead projects of any scale and type. Sustainable Project Management Companies worldwide must address their impact on people and the planet to meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement. This module examines the complexities of managing projects with a sustainability focus, emphasizing green marketing, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable supply chains. It covers relevant project management theory and includes an emphasis on practice-based learning with industrial partners and real-life projects. Managing People & Finance This module provides an introduction to the complexities of leading, managing and developing people in the workplace. It is one of the core areas in the field of both Human Resource Management and Management, and through an exploration of both relevant theory and practice, it seeks to develop a critical understanding of the complexities and contested nature of leadership and management and the opportunities for leading and developing people, groups, and organisations. Additionally, the module aims to provide knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance for managers.
Assessment method
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.
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
How to apply
International applicants
The University of Plymouth has a dedicated International Student Advice (ISA) service who will support you from the day you accept an offer at the University, right through to graduation. They will offer help and advice so you can get the most out of your studies, and your time in the UK, visit www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services/international-students/international-student-advice for more information. Once you have applied, your conditional offer letter will also be sent to you by email, so be sure to enter your current email address on your application and to check this email regularly. You'll need your unconditional letter, and the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that we'll send you, when applying for your student visa to the UK. A tuition fee deposit will be required before we'll send you the CAS. We're a licenced Sponsor under the Points Based System. To comply with our duties as a Sponsor, we're required to check other aspects of your application in addition to your academic achievements, for example any previous studies, financial status and your immigration history in the UK. For course entry requirements (inc. English requirements) please refer to the specific page for the course you are interested in (www.plymouth.ac.uk/study). A recognised English language qualification (e.g. IELTS) would be required or successful completion of one of the University's pre-sessional English Language courses. Check our country pages to find out more about application from your specific home country www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/study/international-students-country-guides. International fees, please visit our fees and funding pages www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees. If you have any questions please contact [email protected]
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with 2:2 honours or equivalent. Other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. Candidates whose first language is not English will require an appropriate English Language qualification.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With 5.5 in all elements. |
Full details of English Language requirements can be found on our website.
English Language Requirements
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this 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
For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees
* Fees are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
Provider information
University of Plymouth
Drake Circus
Plymouth
PL4 8AA