Construction and Project Management MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Overview

Construction project management is the process of directing and coordinating human, material, and technology resources throughout a civil engineering project's lifecycle: the design, construction, maintenance, operation and decommissioning of crucial infrastructure facilities upon which modern life depends.

The MSc in Construction and Project Management will help you as a graduate engineer to develop effective management skills that will allow you to take a leading role in these operations. Emphasis is placed on providing a supportive environment that will equip you with the knowledge and learning skills to tackle modern challenges in the industry.

This programme is ideal for those with a degree in civil engineering/the built environment, management, and cognate disciplines, who are interested in pursuing a career in construction and project management. You will acquire a strong business acumen and a solid understanding of the legal issues surrounding construction management, in addition to a variety of transferrable skills.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject, eg: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, the Built Environment or cognate disciplines.
• Alternatively, applicants may be accepted from any other backgrounds if they have extensive experience of working in the construction industry.
• English language requirements: IELTS score of 6.0 or better.

Curriculum

First Year

Core

• Construction Management
• Management of Project Procurement and Construction Contract
• Risk Assessment and Management
• MSc Project

Optional

• Sustainability in the Built Environment
• Building Information Modelling
• Supply Chain Management and Production
• Sustainable Development Law in Contemporary Business Society
• International Commercial Dispute Resolution
• Project Management and Six Sigma

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Learning

Study will include interactive two-way lectures, including lectures from visiting professors and guest speakers.

We make use of case studies, practical demonstrations, and provide an array of resources and background information to help students understand the vast array of opportunities open to today’s professional engineer.

Most teaching material is provided online in advance of the teaching sessions, allowing you to customise the display of information and your learning experience as a whole.

Throughout the programme, lots of opportunities are provided for you to design your own solutions and to express your own ideas, choosing from a variety of tools and methodologies.

An emphasis is placed on the importance of planning and goal-setting. This allows you to forge a learning pathway suitable for your needs, while respecting the requirements of programme and the needs of others when working within a team.

Assessment

Assessment will mostly be by a combination of formal written examinations, individual/group coursework and presentations, depending on the module. The methods of assessment of transferable skills are built in the structure of the various assessment methods.

Fees and Finance

Tuition Fee

• Home: £9,698
• International: £25,389

Additional Course Costs

While there are no compulsory additional costs associated with this course, there may be general additional costs that you may incur as a student. A list of the sort of costs you might expect can be found on our fees and finance section.

Funding Your Studies

It can be hard to know what financial help is available to you as a student.

Further information about the variety of options that can help fund your studies and maximise the money available to you is available on our funding your studies section.

Postgraduate Master's Loan

If you live in England you may be able to apply for a special Government-funded Master's Loan to help pay your tuition fees and living costs.
You don't have to pay the loan back until you're earning a certain amount of money.

Scholarships

Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances or economic hardship. For full details, visit our scholarships section.

Career Prospects

Management of construction projects is a crucial profession involving the design, construction, maintenance, operation and decommissioning of infrastructure facilities upon which modern life depends, such as buildings, power plants, bridges, highways, industrial facilities, and water and wastewater treatment stations.

With each successive year, an increasing number of construction project managers are required both in the UK and overseas, guaranteeing promising employment prospects for graduates working in this discipline.

Our programme provides graduates with a competitive combination of core knowledge and management skills, which will pave the way for a fruitful career in construction and project management.

Career Opportunities

The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the Careers website.

Support for Your Studies

At Bradford, we’re committed to supporting your success, well-being and future ambitions.

We’re here to provide everything you need to make the most of your time with us, ensuring you not only excel in your studies, but also step confidently into the world of graduate employment.

In addition to the support you receive from your academic tutors, our Student Support Services are here for you throughout your journey - before, during, and after your studies.

Research

Teaching of modules is well-aligned with the research expertise of staff, ensuring you'll learn the latest theory, innovations and industry best practice.

Students have opportunities to work with our research teams - in particular for your MSc dissertation.

Terms and Conditions of Study

The University has a set of terms and conditions for all students accepting an offer to study on a course here at Bradford. This is called The Student Contract. This document sets out the Terms and Conditions which apply when you accept an offer of a place on a programme of study at the University of Bradford.

University of Bradford

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