Program Overview

Construction Management – BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

This course is suitable for those interested in the professional side of the construction industry. This course is a unique offering in Ireland and has been specifically designed to meet the modern requirements of a construction manager in a fast-evolving sector. While rooted in construction management fundamentals, the focus of this course is on contemporary challenges such as the implementation of lean management processes and proficiency in Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. Upon successful completion of this course, the graduate will possess much sought-after skills in the modern construction management sector.

The course will cover core areas of construction management, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), modern construction technology, lean project management and modern construction procurement and contract management. The course includes a minimum 24 week work placement. You will be exposed to a range of modules that are most relevant to digital construction management. You will be taught by academic staff with current industrial experience, and you will get direct exposure to relevant industrial practice.

The skills developed through this course have been identified as in-demand through both published national reports and from direct consultation with industry, carried out by our technological university. Areas such as lean construction, ICT, modern methods of construction and lean project delivery are seen as key requirements in the construction sector. Identified skills such as lean project management, 4D Building Information Modelling, data management and procurement form the core of this course.
Graduates from the course will find opportunities as construction managers, project managers, contract administrators/managers, careers in BIM, management and construction law (with further education). If travel is on your agenda, then this course is ideally suited to fulfil that ambition as it covers the many aspects of Building Information Modelling, construction technology, procurement and contract management that are recognised internationally.

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate: Grade H5 at higher level in two subjects, plus Grade O6/H7 in four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Two of these subjects must be mathematics and a language (English or Irish).
• Mature Applicants: Candidates applying as mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and may be requested to take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for a place on this programme.
• International Applicants: International applicants should apply directly to the International Office at TUS, allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by 1st June at the latest to ensure visas are processed in time. You should familiarise yourself with visa processing times for your country of origin to ensure you make a timely application.

Course Modules

Year 1

• Domestic Construction Technology
• Building Information Modelling
• Mathematics, Construction Management
• Communications for the Built Environment
• Engineering Surveying
• Measurement and Costing

Year 2

• Commercial Construction Technology
• Building Services Technology
• Building Information and Communication Technology
• Legal Systems and Contract Law
• Economics and Finance
• Engineering Surveying
• Business Management
• Measurement and Costing

Year 3

• Development Economics
• Energy Management
• Building Information Modelling (MEP)
• Project Management
• Project and CAD
• Industry Placement
• Construction Health and Safety

Year 4

• Building Information Management
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Construction Law
• Research Methods
• Business Management
• Applied Project Management
• Dissertation
• Advanced Digital Surveying
• BIM Management
• Data Visualisation for Digital Construction

Career Opportunities

The skills developed through this course have been identified as in-demand through both published national reports and from direct consultation with industry, carried out by our technological university. Areas such as lean construction, ICT, modern methods of construction and lean project delivery are seen as key requirements in the construction sector. Identified skills such as lean project management, 4D Building Information Modelling, data management and procurement form the core of this course. Graduates from the course will find opportunities as construction managers, project managers, contract administrators/ managers, careers in BIM, management and construction law (with further education). If travel is on your agenda, then this course is ideally suited to fulfil that ambition as it covers the many aspects of Building Information Modelling, construction technology, procurement and contract management that are recognised internationally.

Further Study

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere.