Birmingham City University

MSc Project Management

Birmingham City University

Course overview

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.

Entry requirements

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.

Scholarships

  • Bowater Financial Assistance Award

  • Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • International Postgraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

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

Cost of study

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.

Admission

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.

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