MSc Construction and Project Management

Program Overview

MSc Construction and Project Management

Overview

This MSc in Construction and Project Management is designed to improve your project management skills and move into senior construction roles. You'll learn how to manage construction projects of all sizes successfully and sustainably, covering technical, managerial, and entrepreneurial topics relating to complex construction projects.

Course Detail

Start Date

January, September

Duration

Full-time: 12 months (Sep start) or 16 months (Jan start) | Part-time: 24 months (Sep start) or 28 months (Jan start)

Award Title

MSc

UCAS Code

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Programme Overview

This programme covers the technical, managerial, and entrepreneurial topics relating to complex construction projects. You'll develop your research skills by completing a dissertation on a construction topic you want to explore further, supported by our academic staff.

Industry Placement

You'll be registered on the MSc Construction and Project Management, which includes a research project. All students will get the opportunity to apply to undertake an industrial placement as an alternative to the research project. Placements, subject to availability, are on a competitive basis and are subject to an application and interview with the placement provider. If successful, you will be moved on to the MSc Construction and Project Management with Industrial Practise.

Entry Requirements

UK Entry

• At least a lower second class (2:2) honours degree or equivalent qualifications in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Construction Management, and other construction-related disciplines.
• Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, determined by prior study, work experience, professional qualifications, and references.

International Entry

• We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants from across the world. Please select the country of your qualification from the searchable list below to view entry requirements. If you have different qualifications to those listed, please contact us using the form below.

Academic Requirements

Applicants who do not cover the appropriate subjects during their degree will be considered if they have relevant industry experience.

English Language Requirements

All courses at Abertay University are taught in English. If your first language is not English, you will need to demonstrate that you meet our English language requirements.

How the Course Works

Full-time on-campus students will complete the degree in one year: The academic year consists of three terms with the Master’s dissertation module completed in term three.

Part-time on-campus students will complete the degree in two years: Year one consists of two terms, and Year two of three terms with the Master's dissertation module completed in the final term.

Learning and Assessment

The taught course will be assessed using a combination of written coursework, presentations, examinations, and portfolios, and a written dissertation. Formal examinations, class tests, and reports will also feature where relevant.

Modules

Year 1

• Health, Safety and Environmental Management (EEM500)
• Innovation in Design (EEM516)
• Project Management (BMT530)
• International Business and Management (BMT406)
• BIM & Asset Management (EEM508)
• MSc Dissertation (EEM517)
• Research Methods (ANF514)

Year 1 with Industrial Practise

• Health, Safety and Environmental Management (EEM500)
• Innovation in Design (EEM516)
• Project Management (BMT530)
• International Business and Management (BMT406)
• BIM & Asset Management (EEM508)
• Research Methods (ANF514)
• MSc Dissertation (Industrial Practise) EEM518

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be able to assume technical and managerial roles in the civil engineering and construction industry and can work in academia.

Fees & Funding

The course fees you'll pay and the funding available to you depend on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances, and the course you are studying.

Scholarships

The scholarships below are open to international students and those applying from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland with a 2.1 or above for a postgraduate course.

• Abertay Postgraduate Taught rUK Scholarship
• International Postgraduate Abertay Scholarships

Graduate School

Our Graduate School is a dedicated facility located at the heart of the University, providing support, training, and professional development opportunities to our vibrant postgraduate community and researchers.

Living in Dundee

Dundee is a city of contrasts. It's vibrant and cosmopolitan, but also friendly, compact, and affordable. The first UK city to be awarded UNESCO City of Design status, Dundee has a rich history of innovation and creativity, and, in recent years, has become a hub for the digital industries.