Building Information Modelling Project Management

Program Overview

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Building Information Modelling Project Management

Overview

The course’s primary focus is on project management using the Building Information Modelling (BIM) process, which is the industry standard design, analysis, construction and operations management tool in the UK. You will learn the tools and processes, management standards and theories that you need to be able to sustainably manage a construction project in the digital age. The course is all about balancing theory and practice – a mixture of hands-on building, manipulation and management of models, as well as consideration of the higher level analytical and critical thinking skills that come with Masters level education. Lectures and workshops are taken by a mixture of research active academic staff and industrial practitioners, bringing cutting edge research combined with real world experiences into the classroom. We have strong links with industry including guest lectures from AECOM, the Kane Group, BAM Ireland and Graham Construction. Job prospects: There is strong UK and global demand for BIM Project Managers. The skills that you will gain in modelling, simulation, analysis and information management will equip you help meet the skills shortage in this sector. Our BIM Project Management MSc Graduates are working in the UK, Ireland, Europe and across the world in roles including Digital Project Manager in London, Head of Construction for a major UK developer, Digital Construction Regional Lead for a design consultancy in Shanghai and Vice President at a Steel Construction company in Canada. About you: You could be from any construction related background, including Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction, Construction Law. You will have a keen interest in BIM and digital construction. You may already have experience using BIM – hands on experience of BIM is not necessary for starting the course, but it can be useful.

Entry Requirements

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant discipline e.g. Architecture, Engineering or Social Science, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by case- basis. Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 30th June 2025 for courses which commence in late September. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page. Please note: A deposit will be required to secure a place on this course.

International Students

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English Language Requirements

Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. *Taken within the last 2 years

Tuition Fees

Northern Ireland (NI) | £7,300 Republic of Ireland (ROI) | £7,300 England, Scotland or Wales (GB) | £9,250 EU Other | £21,500 International | £21,500

Additional Course Costs

Where students are undertaking a professional internship they are required to pay a placement charge to the University. When the placement charge is published it will be available on page 11 of the Tuition Fee Schedule at

Career Prospects

There are excellent career opportunities for our graduates as project managers, BIM coordinators, contract managers, BIM implementation managers, design managers, project architects, project engineers, planners, etc., within project management consultants, construction companies, property developers and government agencies, amongst others. Graduates are also well prepared for PhD research, which may lead to careers in research establishments and universities.

Modules

• Project Planning for Sustainability (20 credits)
• Emerging Digital Technology (20 credits)
• Procurement, Contract Administration and Law (20 credits)
• Dissertation (60 credits)
• Building Information Modelling in Practice (10 credits)
• Project Co-Ordination, Planning and Control (10 credits)
• Technical BIM Implementation (30 credits)
• Research Methods for Managers (10 credits)

Module Details

Project Planning for Sustainability

• Overview: The need for infrastructure to be sustainable is one of the driving factors behind project planning, design, construction and operation.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Evaluate and effectively apply the wider concept of sustainability including how environmental and social risks are taken to account in all stages of a building or infrastructure project.
  2. Critically evaluate a real world problem to identify its sustainability risks and impacts and mitigate for the same, taking into account the project’s physical, regulatory and commercial context.
• Skills:
  • Assess, analyse and present complex information in written form
  • Solve problems involving incomplete information and complex issues
  • Apply subject-specific knowledge to generic engineering and management challenges
  • Apply theoretical understanding to practical engineering challenges
• Credits: 20
• Module Code: ARC7074
• Teaching Period: Full Year
• Duration: 24 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Emerging Digital Technology

• Overview: This module is designed to investigate the new technologies which are emerging in the field of BIM and Digital Construction, examining the potential of technology to disrupt the construction industry.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Critically evaluate emerging digital technologies and their application and impact on industry.
  2. Demonstrate appropriate and effective use of Emerging Digital Technologies
• Skills:
  • Access, analyse and present reports detailing complex information
  • Development of the ability to solve problems involving incomplete information and complex issues
  • Improved communication (both written and oral)
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in written form
  • Integrate information to be presented for maximum effect
  • Development of the ability to negotiate and communicate effectively using a variety of media
  • Integrate information to be presented for maximum effect
  • Development of the experience of working in a team and working effectively as a team member
  • Effectively manage their own time within a team environment
  • The capacity to deal with multi- criteria decision-making
• Credits: 20
• Module Code: ARC7069
• Teaching Period: Full Year
• Duration: 24 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Procurement, Contract Administration and Law

• Overview: This module provides an understanding of procurement, contract law, negligence and contract administration, and its application within the construction context.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Analyse and evaluate legal principles in contract and tort law, and Standard Forms of Contract, and be able to apply them appropriately and effectively
  2. Compare, select and develop appropriate procurement strategies demonstrating knowledge of strengths and weaknesses of each
  3. Evaluate, and demonstrate effective application, of the current legislative framework applicable to the UK for the procurement of public works
• Skills:
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex contractual problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in oral and written form
  • Analyse and solve complex factual legal and contractual problems by selecting and applying relevant contractual principles
  • Isolate crucial issues in hypothetical factual scenarios
  • Support oral and written arguments using relevant decided case law and statutory provisions
• Credits: 20
• Module Code: ARC7067
• Teaching Period: Full Year
• Duration: 24 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Dissertation

• Overview: A written dissertation focusing on a particular problem with construction and project management area, involving fieldwork such as case studies, interviews, surveys etc.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Identify and define a current, industry-relevant research problem and set out clear research aims and objectives
  2. Devise and implement an appropriate and effective research method to include a critical review of literature, primary data collection, and a synthesis and analysis of results to address the identified research problem
  3. Produce a report to communicate the work in a clear, simple, accurate manner using language appropriate to MSc level research
• Skills:
  • Seek appropriate information to solve relevant research problems
  • Assess, analyse and present complex information in written form
  • Interact and liaise effectively with supervisors, technical staff and industrial contacts as appropriate
• Credits: 60
• Module Code: ARC7080
• Teaching Period: Summer
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Building Information Modelling in Practice

• Overview: This module is designed to develop students' comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles of BIM implementation in practice, particularly in relation to the utilisation of intelligent 3D models.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Evaluate and effectively apply key BIM standards and protocols such as ISO 19650 to create BIM documents such as a BIM Execution plan
• Skills:
  • Access, analyse and present reports detailing complex information in 3D form
  • Solve problems involving incomplete information and complex issues, particularly in relation to interoperability
  • Conduct research relating to fieldwork and its analysis
  • Enhance skills relating to management of data
  • Improved communication (both written and oral)
  • Information handling, particularly the use of information technology and associated BIM software
  • Problem-solving and team working
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in written form
  • Integrate information to be presented for maximum effect
• Credits: 10
• Module Code: ARC7078
• Teaching Period: Autumn
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Project Co-Ordination, Planning and Control

• Overview: This module is designed to contribute to students’ comprehensive understanding of the general principles of both project coordination and also planning and control within the context of Building Information Modelling and Project Management at an advanced level.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Critically evaluate, and demonstrate appropriate and ethical use of Project Management processes, principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Skills:
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex contractual problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in oral and written form
  • Integrate information to be presented in 3D form using BIM technologies for maximum effect
  • Document the definition of a project, including its scope, its objectives, and its constraints
  • Summarize information from detailed reporting into meaningful and accurate management-level status reports
  • Plan and control projects within the constraints and the spirit of any reasonable procedural and technical standards in an organisation
• Credits: 10
• Module Code: ARC7076
• Teaching Period: Spring
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Technical BIM Implementation

• Overview: This module is designed to develop students’ comprehensive understanding of the detailed principles of BIM implementation using a suite of software packages; both architectural and engineering, in the development of intelligent 3D models.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Critically evaluate and effectively apply, describe, and utilize methodologies and tools for the development of an intelligent and detailed 3D BIM model
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in using BIM platforms to effectively navigate models, simulate timelines and analyze clashes, conduct walk-throughs, and incorporate client feedback
• Skills:
  • Access, analyse and present complex information in 3D form
  • Solve problems involving incomplete information and complex issues, particularly in relation to interoperability
  • Conduct research relating to fieldwork and its analysis
  • Enhance skills relating to management of data
  • Improved communication (both written and oral)
  • Information handling, particularly the use of information technology and associated BIM software
  • Problem-solving and team working
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in written form
  • Integrate information to be presented for maximum effect
• Credits: 30
• Module Code: ARC7079
• Teaching Period: Full Year
• Duration: 24 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Research Methods for Managers

• Overview: The module deals with principle of research including formulation of research questions, hypothesis and objectives. The module would cover Literature reviews, referencing, data collection using interviews and survey, questionnaire design, statistical analysis using SPSS and developing statistical modules, qualitative data analysis inferences and conclusions from the analysed data. Analysis such as factor analysis, regression analysis, discriminant analysis and logistic regression using SPSS would be undertaken. Presentation of data, report writing and structuring of thesis would also be discussed.
• Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate effective use of the principles and methods of literature search and review
  2. Critically evaluate, and demonstrate effective and appropriate use of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research
• Skills:
  • Investigate and produce written reports in response to complex contractual problems and obligations
  • Present complex information in oral and written form
  • Integrate information to be presented for maximum effect
• Credits: 10
• Module Code: ARC7068
• Teaching Period: Spring
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Pre-requisite: No
• Core/Optional: Core

Program Outline

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Building Information Modelling Project Management (MSc)

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Outline

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Content:

• The program focuses on project management using the building information modelling process.
• The program covers the principles of project management utilizing Building Information Modelling.
• The program enhances student awareness of developments in the field of sustainable project development and construction.
• The program provides a distinctive focus on Project Management within the UK and Ireland.

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Structure:

• Full-time (1 year) or Part-time (3 years) with an option to complete in 2 years.
• Delivered on Mondays and Fridays for full-time students, and 1 day per week for part-time students.
• Nine modules (including Dissertation) totaling 180 CATS points.
• No optional modules available.
• Lectures delivered by industry-oriented academics and external BIM and Project Management experts.
• Assessment undertaken through coursework and presentations.

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Individual Modules:

• Building Information Modelling in Practice (10 CATS)
• Provides an overview of the underlying principles of BIM implementation.
• Emerging Digital Technology (20 CATS)
• Explores new technologies emerging in the field of Digital Construction.
• Procurement, Contract Administration and LAW (20 CATS)
• Explains construction procurement and contract types, as well as contract and tort law and their application in construction.
• Project Coordination, Planning and Control (10 CATS)
• Introduces project coordination, planning, scheduling, and control within the context of BIM Project Management.
• Research Methods for Managers (10 CATS)
• Equips students with the knowledge and skills required to undertake a research project.
• Project Planning for Sustainability (20 CATS)
• Enhances awareness of sustainable project development and construction.
• Technical BIM Implementation (30 CATS)
• Develops comprehensive understanding of BIM implementation using various software packages.
• Individual Research Project (Dissertation) (60 CATS)
• Independent research project focusing on a specific aspect of BIM project management.

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Indicative Time:

• Each semester includes approximately 144 hours of direct student contact and 288 hours of self-directed private study.
• The final months of the program (Semester 3) are dedicated to the individual research project (60 CATS points) for full-time students.

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Assessment

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Assessment Methods:

• Individual written and technical assignments
• Group reports
• Student presentations
• Role-play exercises
• Group coursework presentations to a judging panel
• Individual coursework presentation at a panel Q&A session (if required)

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Dissertation:

• Must be passed at 50% to be awarded the MSc.
• Students achieving 50-69% overall, with an average of 50% or above in the taught program, receive a Commendation.
• Students achieving 70% or above in the taught program and 70% or more for the dissertation, with an overall average of 70% or more, receive a Distinction.

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Teaching

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Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Team-working for coursework
• Individual research and study

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Faculty:

• A small core of tutors with decades of academic and industrial experience.
• Programme Director: Dr Tara Brooks (Chartered Architect with 20 years' experience in the construction industry)

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Unique Approaches:

• The program is delivered by a mix of research-oriented academics and industry professionals.
• The program provides an opportunity to use Building Information Modelling to manage projects effectively.
• The program prepares students for various industries, including construction, property development, and government agencies.

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Careers

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Career Prospects:

• Project managers
• BIM coordinators
• Contract managers
• BIM implementation managers
• Design managers
• Project architects
• Project engineers
• Planners

• The program opens doors to careers in construction and other industries.
• Graduates can work with anyone looking for a Building Information Modelling perspective.
• Queen's graduates reap exceptional benefits, including leadership and executive programs and exceptional integration with business experts.

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Other

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Program Start Date:

• Entry year 2024/25

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Application Deadline:

• 30th June 2024

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Program Length:

• 1 year (Full-time) or 3 years (Part-time)

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Places Available:

• N/A (Full-time)
• N/A (Part-time)

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Fees:

• Northern Ireland (NI) 1: £7,300
• Republic of Ireland (ROI) 2: £7,300
• England, Scotland or Wales (GB) 1: £9,250
• EU Other 3: £21,500
• International: £21,500

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English Language Requirements:

• IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.
• ( Taken within the last 2 years)

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Academic Eligibility:

• Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Architecture, Engineering, or Social Science), or an equivalent qualification.

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Additional Information:

• Applications received after June 30th, 2024, may not be accepted.
• A deposit is required to secure a place on this course.
• The University reserves the right to close the application portal earlier than the June 30th deadline if a high number of applications are received.
• The program is distinctive in its focus on BIM Project Management in the UK and Ireland.
This comprehensive extraction provides detailed information regarding the Building Information Modelling Project Management (MSc) program at Queen's University Belfast.

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

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Northern Ireland (NI):

£7,300

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Republic of Ireland (ROI):

£7,300

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England, Scotland or Wales (GB):

£9,250

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EU Other:

£21,500

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International:

£21,500

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Additional Course Costs:

Students undertaking a professional internship are required to pay a placement charge to the University. The placement charge will be published on page 11 of the Tuition Fee Schedule at https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Feesandfinance/FileStore/Filetoupload,1527396,en.pdf.

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Payment Information:

The university accepts various payment methods, including online payments, bank transfers, and credit/debit card payments. More information on payment options can be found at https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Feesandfinance/Paying-your-fees/.