MSc Project Management

The master’s degree in Project Management at Birmingham City University is designed to produce graduates who are equipped with the technical and non-technical skills to oversee projects in the manufacturing and industrial sectors.

During this course, individuals will understand the various aspects of a project, its importance, and the interplay of the various factors that contribute to a successful project. They will also develop skills such as leadership, communication, and understanding necessary to oversee projects from start to finish.

Accredited by the Association for Project Management, this course is taught by an expert academic team who are active or experienced in the project management industry. Under their tutelage, students will achieve an advanced level of professionalism in project management.

For this programme, Birmingham City University uses a teaching method that combines traditional lectures with enhanced technology—that is, technology and hands-on methods—to ensure that students get an all-round education.

In a bid to emphasise practical learning and produce students with high employability rates, the university provides an optional industrial placement year, during which students work in the real world to apply what they've learned. Assessments for this course come in several forms, such as presentations, group work, examinations, tests, and more. This is to make sure students get the best experience.

Birmingham City University is a prestigious university that currently has about 31,000 students enrolled from over 100 countries worldwide. It was established in 1992 and later gained university status in 1971. The university presently ranks among the top 10 UK universities and the top 30 for quality education in fields such as Media Studies, Drama, Dance, Mechanical Engineering, Design, and Education.

To provide a conducive learning environment, the university equips its campuses (City Centre and City South Campuses) with top-notch facilities. These attributes make Birmingham City University a great choice for all students.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study MSc Project Management at Birmingham City University:

Grade Requirements

• Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject or provide evidence of the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully complete the course.

English Proficiency 

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study MSc Project Management at Birmingham City University is £20,460 with a placement year or £18,600 without a placement year.

The disabled students' allowance, grants, scholarships, and student loans are just a few of the financial aid options available to students at Birmingham City University. The amount your university charges for the course you have chosen determines how much you can borrow.

Here are some of the career options you have with an MSc in Project Management from Birmingham City University:

• Project Manager
• Program Coordinator
• Operations Manager  
• Project Analyst  
• Risk Management Consultant
• Project Scheduler

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.