Construction Project Management MSc



Any construction project needs to be expertly managed to ensure its successful completion.

Overview

The role of a Construction and Project Manager is to take responsibility for this outcome, managing all elements of the job, including contractors, materials, budgets and timelines.

A complex and often high-pressure role, requiring a methodical mind and excellent coordination skills, it's also one that can be hugely satisfying.

You'll graduate ready to take on major ventures, and be able to co-ordinate them efficiently and effectively.

You will gain an industry-recognised qualification as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

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Mode of Study:

Online learning (available as Part-time | Full-time)

Duration:

21-33 months

Start date:

Jan

Course details

This course is ideally suited to individuals who want to balance their personal and professional commitments with their academic development through a Masters degree. It offers a well-balanced blend of theory and practice which prepares you for work as a Project Manager in the construction industry.

What you study

You'll study seven modules in total, with a maximum of two modules at a time over each trimester. The order taken will depend upon when you start this course. 

Trimester 1 of academic year:•Project Management •Procurement Strategy

Trimester 2 of academic year:•Project Risk Management •Project Appraisal and Finance

Trimester 3 of academic year:•Strategic Management •Production Management

The Dissertation module (60 credits) is run each Trimester and can only be taken after successful completion of the above modules.

For the award of MSc Construction Project Management you must successfully pass all  seven modules, giving a total of 180 credits. All modules are 20 credits, except where indicated.

You can pay for this course flexibly on a module-by-module basis and this means that you do not have to pay the full course cost upfront.



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    How you’ll be taught

    This online programme develops you as an independent learner. The online materials have been constructed in a way which will facilitate a structured order to your learning process allowing you to study at a place and pace which suits your needs. . Teaching and assessment approaches are employed which facilitates deep rather than surface learning; active engagement on the part of the student and the achievement of higher level learning outcomes.

    Information on Term dates can be found here.
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    Assessments

    Assessment methods include:

    • Formal moderated end of trimester examinations for three modules: Project Risk Management, Project Appraisal & Finance, Production Management
    • Report writing
    • Case-study assignments
    • Time constrained assessments
    •  Research Dissertation

    Exams: You will be required to make arrangements to sit these examinations in the country where you are based and be responsible for any costs involved. UK based students are expected to sit the examinations at Edinburgh Napier University. Details of exam weeks are available on the intranet.

    You will be provided with formative feedback throughout the module with self-assessment questions and case studies, most of which have outline solutions.  These will enable you to assess your progress and level of understanding. Appropriate feedback will be available automatically and immediately once the task is completed. Reflective exercises within each unit will also enable you to apply theory to practice – this is not assessed, but it will support your personal and professional development.

    Full details of the assessment strategy for each module can be found in the module catalogue by clicking on ‘further information’ for modules listed and then click on the down arrow beside the delivery date of the module.

    Within each trimester, whilst there is flexibility to work through the material at your own pace you need to be aware of the assessment dates as there is no flexibility in these.

    If there is any question regarding the authorship of any submitted assessments, we reserve the right to require students to undertake an online viva.

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Disclaimer

Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.

Full information is available in our disclaimer.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a UK Honours degree at 2:2 or above. We welcome applicants with an Honours degree in any discipline. 

We may also consider applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Ordinary) degree if they have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry. There may also be an additional essay requirement if they apply with less than an Honours degree. This would be confirmed on submission of the application to the Admissions Team.

As this course is accredited by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the minimum level of qualification that can be considered is at Bachelor (Ordinary) degree level.

To succeed on our Global Online degrees you must have access via computer or laptop to view and download written and video content. You will also need basic IT skills that enable you to write and edit document, send and receive email, find your way around our online learning environment and search for and access online learning resources, download files and use online forums.

English Language requirements 

If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply.

This may not apply if you have completed all your school qualifications in English, or your undergraduate degree was taught and examined in English. Check our country pages to find out if this applies to you.

We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
Entry requirements by country

Please note that international students are unable to enrol onto the following courses:
  • BN Nursing/MSc Nursing (Pre-registration) (Adult, Mental Health, Child, Learning Disabilities)
  • BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery
  • All Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

See who can apply for more information on Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study. 

Our admissions policies will help you understand our admissions procedures, and how we use the information you provide us in your application to inform the decisions we make.

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Fees & funding

The course fees you'll pay and the funding available to you will depend on a number of factors including your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. We also have a number of bursaries and scholarships available to our students.

Tuition fees
All Students 2023/24 2024/25
All students *£820 *£tba
Modules are purchased via our online store and paid for in full at time of enrollment. Rate shown above is for 20 credits*; as course comprises 180 credits, total cost is currently £7,155.
Please note tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next. For more information on this and other Tuition Fee matters please see Frequently Asked Questions about Fees Click this link for Information of Bursaries and Scholarships


This course is accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). As such, there is a requirement for formal moderated examinations for three of the modules. You will be required to make arrangements to sit these examinations in your country and be responsible for any costs involved.

Please note:

The discount for Edinburgh Napier alumni can only be applied to year one of a full-time Postgraduate degree, any additional years are exempt from the discount.

For part time Postgraduate degrees the discount will apply to years one, two and three only and any additional years will be exempt from the discount.

Please read our full T&C here

Careers

You will graduate into an industry where your skills are in high demand. With the resurgence in the property market and investment both by the private and public sector in capital projects and infrastructure, there is an increasing demand for Construction Project Managers to service the numerous projects coming on-line across the UK and further afield.
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