The modules on our Construction Project Management MSc programme are designed to deliver a high quality educational experience that develops and sustains your knowledge, skills and aspirations in the further advancement of your career within the construction industry. For more information about part-time study patterns, please contact the School/Department.

Compulsory modules

Research Methods (15 credits)

The aims of this module are for the student to become familiar with and comprehend the wide range of research methods and skills needed to investigate, understand, communicate and execute a research project.

Principles and Application of BIM (15 credits)

The aims of the module is to introduce managers to fundamental BIM principles and present wide range of BIM tools and technologies.

Principles of Project Management (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of construction project management principles and techniques.

Principles of Design and Construction (15 credits)

The aim of the module is to provide students with the fundamental principles of managing a project during the design and construction phases.

Research Dissertation (60 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide the student with experience of the process and methodology of research by defining and studying (on an individual basis) a complex problem in a specialised area relating to their programme of study.

Compulsory modules

Design Management (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to develop students' understanding of the principles of design management and techniques for cost and value management.

Sustainability in the Built Environment (15 credits)

The aims of this module are for students to:

  • understand the principles and practice of sustainability issues and client's strategic objectives as they relate to the built environment and its many stakeholders;
  • provide an overview of assessment methods and standards to specify and measure the performance of building; and
  • appreciate the application of a building sustainability assessment scheme.

Management of Construction Processes and Techniques (15 credits)

The aims of the module are to develop students' knowledge of leading contemporary management concepts and innovations and how these contribute to successful construction projects, including the management of risk and construction logistics.

Research Dissertation (60 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide the student with experience of the process and methodology of research by defining and studying (on an individual basis) a complex problem in a specialised area relating to their programme of study.

Optional modules (choose one)

Strategic Management for Construction and Engineering (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of strategic management and the tools for formulating and implementing strategies within the construction sector.

Organisation and People (15 credits)

The aim of the module is to introduce students to the range of techniques and strategies for managing people and teams within the context of the construction sector, and to provide students with the opportunity to apply this knowledge within individual and team-based exercises as well as an outdoor management course.

The early part of the module is a unique combination of developing and deepening students understanding of their own management competencies, theoretical grasp of theory (leadership, teamwork, motivation, power) and communication) and a fantastic opportunity to engage in experiential learning over three very challenging, problem solving days within an outdoor environment. Developing and then combining knowledge of management competencies, theory and practice with the opportunity to experience and self-reflect upon their connections is unique within this module. The latter half of the module then deepened students grasp of organisation theory by exploring and critically analysing theories of culture, HRM and change.

Construction Law and Contract Management (15 credits)

The aim of the module is to develop students' understanding of construction law, procurement and contract management practice.

AEC Global Integrated Design Delivery (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide a project based learning experience that exposes students to cross-disciplinary, globally distributed teamwork focused on system integration of architecture-structural engineering-construction management-HVAC-life cycle financial management across time, space, culture, and technology.

Federated Building Information Modelling (15 credits)

The creation, deployment and use of aggregated and integrated (Level 2) models are key goals of collaboration through BIM. This module aims to deliver hands-on practical skills on the use of BIM technologies (i.e. design software and collaboration tools) for creation and collaboration of federated/aggregated 3D BIM models. Applications of other digital technologies and integration with BIM for construction projects will be explored.

Compulsory modules

Research Dissertation (60 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide the student with experience of the process and methodology of research by defining and studying (on an individual basis) a complex problem in a specialised area relating to their programme of study.