MSc Project Planning and Management

The MSc in Project Planning and Management at the University of Bradford is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the strategies, processes, techniques and issues related to idea development and moulding them into realistic, identifiable outcomes. Embedded in this course is knowledge and skills acquisition that result in expertise in project planning and management.  

The extensive course content and wide-ranging modules provide a strong foundation for career enhancement, building and conversion for professionals with an interest in project development. It further entails the critical examination of the discipline, the principles and practice of project planning, design, preparation and techniques through a context-based learning approach. This results in the development of versatile skills necessary for successful project implementation. 

Additionally, students will be eligible for the student membership of the Association of Project Management once they're registered in the course. This creates an avenue for students to be connected with professional bodies in project management and industry experts. Studying an  MSc in Project Planning and Management at the University of Bradford gives students access to project management professionals who are elected members of SIG committees, as well as accreditation assessors, thereby providing adequate support to students throughout their academic journey.

Ranked first in the country for impact on social mobility for four years consecutively, the University of Bradford prioritises improving its students’ life chances over any other higher education institution. Dating back to 1966, the University of Bradford, as a successor to the Bradford Mechanics Institute, Bradford Technical College and the Bradford Institute of Technology, is the UK’s fortieth university.  It has grown ever since and is now home to over 10,000 students from 150 nations.

The University of Bradford is focused on creating a satisfying environment for its students by improving the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. With a leading commitment to providing social inclusion, equality and diversity, the university enables students to reach peak potential in their careers.

The university’s reputation has been solidified since its establishment as one of the UK’s leading universities, with acknowledgements such as being ranked 531st in the QS World University Rankings 2025 - a rise of over 100 places since 2024. In the pursuit of academic excellence in various course areas, the University of Bradford proves to be an impeccable choice.

Grade Requirements:

● A minimum of a second-class degree in an internationally recognised qualification. 

English Proficiency: 

● Applicants must have an IELTS of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component.

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee to study the Project Planning and Management MSc at the University of Bradford is £21,490.

The University of Law provides financial support to international students through various scholarship schemes. The Aziz Foundation Scholarship awards a full-fee scholarship for all postgraduate business Master’s courses. Also available is the GREAT Scholarships, which offers £10,000 during the first year of the course.

If you need further assistance with the scholarship opportunities available to you, AHZ’s counsellors are on hand to assist.

Graduates of the Project Planning and Management MSc at the University of Bradford can pursue careers in various roles, such as the following:

• Project Manager
• Program Analyst
• Risk Manager
• Operations Manager
• Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
• Development Project Coordinator

To apply for this course, you have to submit your application through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors if you need more information on the application process.