Master of Science - Construction Project Management

University of South Wales - Treforest

If students are engaged in a construction-related profession or they want a career in construction project management, the MSc Construction Project Management course will develop the skills and knowledge students need to be successful.

Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), this course is practice-based and research focused. It is delivered in three major blocks that offer an intensive but flexible learning pattern. Tuition combines traditional lectures and tutorials with problem-based learning through workshops and site visits.

The practice element adopts a problem-solving approach to complex and strategic issues that often arise on construction projects. Students will get involved in case studies utilizing completed and ongoing projects. The research focus is supplied through research-active staff who are directly involved in course development and delivery, along with contributions from visiting research fellows, guest lecturers and professionals.

Students have access to the latest industry BIM and CAD Design software including Revit, ArchiCAD and VectaWorks. 

Graduates with a Construction Project Management degree have found employment with development, construction and building companies or government organizations and agencies, as well as commercial, management and consultancy firms.