Program Overview

Overview of the Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) Course

The Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) course at the University of Huddersfield is accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). This course provides students with the first step to becoming a qualified project manager in the construction industry. The degree has been developed to work alongside other courses such as Architecture, Architectural Technology, and Quantity Surveying, allowing students to develop a strong understanding of professionalism within the construction industry.

Course Objectives and Outcomes

• The course introduces aspects of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Lean Construction to equip students with the skills to take a project to completion, on time and on budget.
• BIM enables clients, constructors, and other parties to collaborate on projects from anywhere in the world.
• Lean Construction supports the reduction of waste in construction, helping projects generate better value for users and society.
• Students will have the chance to develop their leadership skills and will be introduced to insights from world-leading practitioners and academics.

Why Study Construction Project Management BSc(Hons)?

• On this course, students will develop an understanding of what goes into global construction at each stage of a project, from the client's initial brief through to design, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance of built assets.
• Following the construction degree, graduates might go on to further study or enter the world of work to put the skills they've developed into practice.

Entry Requirements

• To find out if you're eligible to start this course and get more information on how to apply, please see the Clearing pages.
• If you're interested in studying this course, please view the course information for the relevant year.

Course Detail

Year 1

• Core modules:
  • Construction Business and Law: Introduces the overall construction business, covering industry, project, and individual levels.
  • Design and Construction Practice: Focuses on the practical application of materials, components, and systems to small-scale structures and buildings.
  • Building Technology and Digital Communication: Covers principles and practices of building technology, digital technologies, communication, and representation in the context of architecture and construction.
  • Collaborative Project Built Environment: Provides an opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary teams, enabling students to perform tasks in the context of a team-based project.
  • Project Planning and Finance: Prepares students to manage projects within the Built Environment through advanced planning and control techniques.

Year 2 and Beyond

• The course offers an optional one-year (48 week minimum) work placement after the second year, in the UK or abroad, giving students valuable hands-on experience and insight into their chosen career.
• Core modules in later years include Procurement and Contract Administration, Professional Practice, Lean and Sustainability, and Major Project Dissertation.

Placements

• The course offers an optional one-year work placement, which can be in the UK or abroad, providing students with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and open up graduate employment prospects.

Fees and Finance

• The maximum fees for UK-based students on undergraduate courses in 2025/26 will be £9,535 per year for full-time students (subject to parliamentary approval).
• Tuition fees will cover the cost of study at the University, including registration, tuition, supervision, and examinations.

Accreditations and Professional Links

• This programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
• Graduates will have full academic exemption and, after gaining relevant work experience, may enter CIOB membership to progress towards Chartered Membership.

Career Support and Opportunities

• The course can help students develop necessary skills to lead collaborative design and construction teams, effectively manage projects, and adopt innovative approaches.
• Construction Project Management graduates could consider careers in managing infrastructure and civil engineering projects, among others.

Further Study

• Progression to a postgraduate course is dependent on successful completion of undergraduate studies, with potential opportunities in Advanced Project Management in Construction MSc and other related fields.

Research Excellence

• The University of Huddersfield is recognized for its research excellence, with a significant portion of its research classified as world-leading and internationally excellent.
• The University's researchers carry out work that makes a real difference to people's lives, with a focus on innovation and impact.