University of Northampton

Project Management MSc

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

In today’s fast-paced global environment, effective project management is essential across all industries. The MSc in Project Management is designed to prepare students from any academic or professional background for leadership roles in diverse project environments. Whether you’re currently working in a project-related role or transitioning into the field, this course offers a comprehensive foundation in project principles, methodologies, and tools.

Open to graduates from any discipline, it supports those with varied experience to step confidently into or advance within project management careers. Covering the full project lifecycle from planning and initiation to execution, and closure, the course addresses key areas such as stakeholder engagement, risk and change management, budgeting, forecasting, and the application of industry-standard tools and technologies. You’ll learn how to lead geographically dispersed teams, navigate complex procurement strategies, and align project outcomes with business vision.

Emphasising applied, research-informed learning, our course uses case studies, activities, and practical assignments to bridge theory and real-world. It prepares you to manage projects across sectors including IT, healthcare, finance, engineering, logistics, gas, events, and even public services. Specialist modules like “Advanced Project Management Methodologies” and “Emerging technologies” explore sought after frameworks and technological advancement.

Key highlights

  • Open to graduates from any academic discipline or professional background
  • Covers the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure
  • Explores stakeholder engagement, risk and change management, budgeting and forecasting
  • Learn to lead geographically dispersed teams and manage complex procurement
  • Taught through case studies, activities and practical assignments
  • Specialist modules in advanced methodologies and emerging technologies

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2nd class — or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni PGCE Bursary Award

    This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.

    Up to £500
  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Sir John Lowther Scholarship

    The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Project Manager
  • Programme Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • IT Project Manager
  • Risk Manager
  • Procurement Manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £8,700 per year | International: £19,000 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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