Master of Science - Construction Project Management (K90012)

This course is ideal if students wish to develop their understanding and skills in managing projects for construction professionals in either practice or client organisations.

In today's ever-changing market, construction professionals need the knowledge and skills available through postgraduate study more than ever. Successful project managers need to be able to think, lead and act in an uncertain and dynamic business environment, have access to the latest information, understand the appropriate techniques and systems, and have the expertise to apply these to market needs and business opportunities.

The MSc Construction Project Management is designed specifically to enhance the students' understanding of managing projects, and to support construction professionals in practice and client organisations. It is aimed at architects, surveyors, services engineers, civil engineers, construction managers, and existing project managers who wish to formalise their training on the client and supply side.

The course's strengths lie in teaching and learning that meets the practising professional's needs, and with such a diverse range of applicants, it is ideal for peer learning. Module content reflects the current diversity and ongoing change in the construction industry in particular, building information modelling (BIM) as well as sustainability and health and safety. To help students gain the most benefit from the course, the University of the West of England also offer advanced study skills.

Students will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to network with people working at the leading edge of research and practice whose insights feed directly into the course modules and help shape research opportunities for their dissertation. The staff includes active researchers and consultants, through the Department's Centre for Architecture and Built Environment Research (CABER).

The University of the West of England enjoys excellent links with, and support from, a group of employers who contribute towards teaching resources and offer sponsorship and placements to students. These employers see graduates of this programme as highly employable within their own businesses and organisations.

International students have opportunities to incorporate material and examples from their home country into their studies, especially in the dissertation. Students will also visit construction project sites in the UK, so they can compare practices here with those in their home country. This enriches their overall learning.