MSc Construction Project Management
Course overview
This one-year, full-time master's degree is built to teach students the core skills for senior jobs in the growing international construction sector. The course takes up all the duties of a construction project manager, from leading projects and managing risks till the job's completion to confidently handling challenges like environmental issues, sustainability, and getting materials.
The programme helps students acquire a deep understanding of the advanced construction industry, including digital tools, technical knowledge, and company procedures. Students will learn to use software like Revit, BIM, and AutoCAD. Grading is done according to presentations (alone and in groups), written tasks, and portfolios and ends with a master's thesis or major project.
Entry requirements
Candidates are to submit a personal statement, in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other information in relation to their studies. An academic or employer reference must also be submitted. Students can upload their CVs alongside their applications to display their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant architecture or construction-related field. These fields can include architecture, architectural technology, surveying, construction management, interior design, or civil engineering.
- Optionally, a degree will be approved if the student has relevant experience in the construction sector, with all non-standard applications considered individually, based on their merit.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must score 6.5 overall in the IELTS Academic test (with no less than 6.0 in any individual component) or submit equivalent test scores from an accepted Secure English Language Test (SELT).
Scholarships
Alumni Award
15% discount off the course tuition fee.
Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Construction Project Management from the University of Gloucestershire are well-equipped for the following careers in the global construction industry.
- Construction Project Manager
- Building Information Modelling (BIM) Coordinator
- Construction Contracts Manager
- Digital Technology Manager
- Sustainability Manager
Cost of study
The full-time tuition fee for international students starting the MSc Construction Project Management at the University of Gloucestershire is £17,200. Please note that the tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, visit the university’s website. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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