Program Overview

MSc Construction Project Management

Course Summary

This course provides a strong foundation for a career in construction project management. You’ll work on real-world scenarios to gain practical experience, ensuring you graduate with the skills employers need. Delivered by a team of industry-experienced professionals, the course prepares you to manage projects efficiently in a rapidly evolving sector.

How You Learn

The course takes an active learning approach, encouraging you to develop innovative and creative solutions to complex construction challenges. You’ll engage in problem-based learning, industry projects and site visits, gaining a deep understanding of construction project management in real-world contexts.

Modules

Compulsory Modules

• Applied Construction Production Management (30 credits)
• Applied International Project (15 credits)
• Applied Research Methods And Dissertation (45 credits)
• Construction Law & Professional Context (15 credits)
• Economics And The Built Environment (15 credits)
• Health And Safety Management (15 credits)
• Project Planning And Contractual Issues (30 credits)
• Sustainable Building Technology (15 credits)

Future Careers

This course prepares you for a career in:

• Construction project management
• Quantity surveying
• Site management
• Site safety
• Site investigation
• Surveying

Equipment and Facilities

You’ll study in modern lecture theatres, seminar rooms and IT suites designed for interactive learning and practical application. Sheffield’s active construction sites also provide valuable learning experiences through site visits.

Where Will I Study?

You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent in any discipline.
• If English is not your first language you typically need an IELTS 6.0 overall score with a minimum of 5.5 in all other skills or equivalent.

Fees and Funding

• Home students: £10,620 for the course.
• International/EU students: £17,725 for the course.
• Postgraduate student loans: Up to £12,858 is available in 2025/26 for home students on most masters courses.

Additional Course Costs

• The links below allow you to view estimated general course additional costs, as well as costs associated with key activities on specific courses.
• General course additional costs
• Additional costs for School of Engineering and Built Environment (PDF, 142.7KB)

Non-Repayable Grant of £3,000 Per Year for Three Years

Offering four scholarships for undergraduate students joining the department in September 2020 on an eligible course.