The aim of this module is to develop students' knowledge and understanding of the strategic commercial management of construction businesses.

The aims of this module are to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of research to overcome knowledge gaps.
• Synthesise information from a number of sources in order to gain a coherent understanding of a complex problem.
• Undertake the process and methodology of research by defining and studying (on an individual basis) a complex problem in a specialised area relating to their degree.
• Present rational arguments and to draw independent conclusions based on a rigorous approach to collecting and analysing data.

The aim of this module is to integrate the knowledge and skills building from the programme of the study into the application of real-live project scenario. This module will combine individual and group work across disciplines to tackle tasks relating to the project scenario.

The aim of this module is for the student to develop knowledge and understanding of the substantive and administrative provisions of the NEC4 ECC standard form of construction contract in the context of English common law, case law and statute.

The aim of this module is to provide the student with an opportunity to develop and deepen their knowledge of, and connections between: management theories, practice and competencies.

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 aims of this module are: to help students understand the concept of cost estimating and planning as pre-contract activities, and as defined by NRM1 and other relevant standards; to help students appreciate the principles, practices and resulting actions informed by whole life costing, including life cycle costing, all as defined by NRM3 and other relevant standards; and to help standard appreciate the interplay of construction costs, renewal costs, operating costs, maintenance costs, and end of life costs, including the balancing actions that may be required between these cost centres in built asset design, operating and disposal strategies.

The aim of this module is to introduce students to: the concepts of embodied and operational carbon; the modelling of embodied carbon in projects; the visualisation of embodied carbon in design proposals; and business models for embodied and operational carbon management.

This module aims to explore the increasing need to extract commercial value from data in construction. It introduces key data analysis techniques, including data mining, regression analysis, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, and their applications in construction.

Students will examine the role of digitalisation, automation, and innovation in modern project delivery, including industrialised manufacturing, standardisation, and modern methods of construction (MMC) such as offsite and modular construction. The module also covers the management and technological aspects of large-scale projects and evaluates the benefits, risks, and future advancements shaping the industry.