Courses
MSc
Project Management
www.uclan.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/project-management-msc
D U R ATION
STA R T
1 Year
September 2023
D ELIVER Y
Campus Taught
Forge a rewarding and successful career with our MSc in Project Management. It’s globally recognised,
for its quality and expert delivery, and is an extremely popular, industry respected course.
During this course you’ll develop a critical awareness of contemporary issues in project management informed by leading edge
technology, research and practice. You’ll develop your ability to apply emerging principles and project management skills to
standard and unpredictable workplace scenarios.
During the course you’ll explore issues of sustainability, enterprise, employability and internationalisation while honing your
leadership, managerial and team building skills.
A highlight of the course is a bespoke residential workshop in the heart of the Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s
hosted by an internationally renowned management development company.
Why Study With Us
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You’ll study seven modules including a triple dissertation, the latter giving you the chance to focus on an area of personal
interest and to develop your career.
As a postgraduate manager or engineer you’ll develop your project management skills including project planning and
control methods within the project management process.
You’ll also extend your knowledge of innovative tools, techniques and methodologies to resolve complex problems and
develop your research skills.
What You’ll Do
Studying in one of the most intense engineering and manufacturing areas in the UK, you’ll benefit from our new £35 million
Engineering Innovation Centre (EIC).
The course includes lots of opportunities for you to develop personal, interpersonal and project-personnel skills and ensure the
modules you study are relevant to your work and interests.
You’ll develop a critical awareness of contemporary issues in project management informed by leading edge technology,
research and practice and the capacity to apply emerging principles and project management skills to standard and
unpredictable workplace scenarios.
Module Overview
Year 1
Compulsory modules
BN4010: Project Planning, Control and Analysis
BN4206: Risk and Value Management
BN4410: Health and Safety Management
BN4420: Quality and Environmental Management Systems
BN4430: Project Team and Leadership Development
BN4440: Strategic Project Management
BN4609: Masters Dissertation
BN4010: Project Planning, Control And Analysis
This module is concerned with developing your planning, control and decision-making skills in the context of programming and
execution of complex projects.
BN4206: Risk And Value Management
On this module you'll develop a co-ordinated professional approach to the assessment and management of risk. This will be in
relation to construction engineering and management processes, building services systems and installations, fire safety,
security and insurance.
BN4410: Health And Safety Management
The aim of this module is to consider the requirements and applications of health, welfare and safety legislation relevant to
construction, engineering and associated industries. You'll develop your understanding of health and safety and the
development of systems and cultures. This will be taught with an emphasis on human factors and continuous improvement
processes.
BN4420: Quality And Environmental Management Systems
In this module you will investigates the issues of quality management for construction and related engineering organisations.
You will explore issues of quality assurance standards, management procedures and cultural approaches.
BN4430: Project Team And Leadership Development
On this module, you'll evaluate the role of the Project Manager looking at the human aspects of project management. You'll
develop requisite attributes and skills for the professional Project Manager.
BN4440: Strategic Project Management
During this module you'll develop your generic and sector-specific advanced project management skills required in the AEC and
related supply chain business management remits. It'll provide a basis for critical thinking and analysis, cognisant of the three
core drivers of: sustainable development, internationalisation, enterprise and employability.
BN4609: Masters Dissertation
You will be provided with the opportunity to develop and showcase your skills in independent research and produce a high
standard dissertation, fit for publishing. You will be required to couple both academic research and investigation skills in order to
study and reflect critically.
Course Delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
100%
Face-to-face
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes
are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation
of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject
benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback.
We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of
students.
Academic Expertise
The following team members will be central to your learning experience:
Clifford Okeh - Course Leader
BSc, MSc, DIC MCIOB, MCABE C. Build E. MIET MSET FHEA.
Clifford has over 20 years’ experience working in industry and higher education. He has worked with leading construction
companies such as Balfour Beatty Major Civil Engineering Limited UK. He is research active in Fibre Reinforced Concrete
Structures (Experimentation and Numerical Modelling). He also has a wide range of teaching expertise in civil engineering and
construction technology, construction management and structural engineering.
Dr Godfaurd John
Senior Lecturer
Godfaurd teaches across the different cohorts of students within the construction and civil
engineering section of the school of engineering, including taught postgraduate courses. Godfaurd's
expertise is in project/construction management, imparting his knowledge and skills to t...
You’ll benefit from the excellent links we have within the building, construction and project management industries.
Future Careers
Our MSc Project Management gives you the confidence and experience to go on to further academic study and it’s a
springboard to a more diverse and fulfilling career path.
If you’re studying the course whilst working it could make an immediate impact in your workplace. It also opens up career
opportunities.
Entry Requirements
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Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours Degree
Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and
if they have experience
A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application
Fees And Funding
2023/24
UK
Full-time
£8,400 per year
Part-time
£933 per 20 credits
International
Full-time
£15,500 per year
Course Specific Optional Costs
As part of your course, there may be additional optional costs to consider that are not included within your tuition fees. You can
find out more by following the links below:
2024/25
UK
Full-time
£9,000 per year
Part-time
£1,000 per 20 credits
International
Full-time
£16,900 per year
Course Specific Optional Costs
As part of your course, there may be additional optional costs to consider that are not included within your tuition fees. You can
find out more by following the links below:
Scholarships And Bursaries
Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial
support package.
Carers Bursary
If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
Sports Scholarships
The University offers opportunities for student athletes to be supported with their aspirations of maintaining their
playing career whilst also studying for a high-quality degree.
Alumni Loyalty Discount
UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
Learning And Assessment
Throughout the course you’ll develop your knowledge and understanding through a series of lectures, tutorials, seminars and
practical workshops. You’ll also study text books, research papers/journal articles and case study materials and be involved in
assignments and project work.
You’ll be assessed through written work, a research dissertation and oral presentations. Within each module the assessment
methods are designed to contribute to your continuing development. Feedback is provided on a regular basis, identifying
opportunities for improvement and providing periodic evaluations of progress.
Pathway Opportunities
The course opens up opportunities for doctoral studies, which some of our graduates have pursued to become
academics/researchers. The course also paves the way for you to enrol as a student member of the Association for Project
Management (APM) during your studies, leading to the professional status of Chartered Project Professional with APM.
Further Information
The course is made up of seven modules including a dissertation module where you’ll select your research focus linked to
areas that are both of personal interest and helpful for your career development.
This course is based in the School of Engineering and Computing
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at the University of Central Lancashire on our student contract page
For more information on studying with the University of Central Lancashire, or for advice and guidance on how to apply visit
uclan.ac.uk/study or call our course enquiries team on 01772 892400
Date of publish: 05 08 2023
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