Project Management (International) (Distance Learning), MSc
Our Master’s in Project Management (International) by distance learning allows graduates and professionals to update their skills in line with the evolving demands of the construction industry.
Whether you're already working in the construction industry or looking to start a career, this two-year master's in project management by distance learning prepares you for the demands and opportunities ahead.
Students on this course learn to demonstrate ways of matching design and production to the needs of the market for built space. It also helps you to think strategically and respond creatively to volatile economic conditions. We offer help with professional development and career progression in a challenging and growing field.
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Duration
2 years part-time
Start month
September; January
Fees information
For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below
What you should know about this course
What you will study
About the course team
You will be taught by experts who are both academic and professionally qualified individuals in construction, property and surveying practices. Our staff have a wide experience globally and our research and consultancy work inform academic delivery.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a Built Environment subject such as, Civil Engineering, Construction, Surveying or Architecture.
Applicants without a degree that have relevant professional experience and membership of an appropriate professional body may be considered.
Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
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Further information about entry
- Suitable applicants may be invited to an interview.
- We welcome applications from mature students.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Learning experience
Theory courses will be taught alongside other master's courses to encourage subject crossover and multidisciplinary views. You can attend a one-day study school twice a year but otherwise you study off-campus at your own pace.
Class sizes
The course is offered by distance learning and the intake can vary.
Independent learning
We encourage you to apply for membership and to attend events and training opportunities.
Overall workload
Your overall workload is based on independent learning and you should expect to devote 10 hours of independent study for every 100 credits. Each module (except the dissertation) is worth 20 credits, so you should expect to study for 200 hours per module.
Assessment
All assessments are based on your course and project work. Each module has formal assessments, such as written essays and reports, which count towards your final grade. Some modules may include practice assessments, which allow you to receive feedback and do not count towards your final grade.
Feedback summary
We aim to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.
Fees and funding
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | N/A | N/A | £1,850 per 30 credits |
| International | N/A | N/A | £1,850 per 30 credits |
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
If there any site visits or field trips, students may need to pay their own travel costs.
Careers and placements
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
This course is aimed at individuals from built environment and architectural background seeking management and leadership roles within the construction, property and surveying practices industry. It also designed for mid-career professionals preparing to make the transition into the construction and property industries.
Do you provide employability services?
We have a dedicated employability team for postgraduate students to consult about specific opportunities relevant to the course. They work closely with professionals in industry to ensure you are well-prepared for the workplace and have already begun to build your professional network by the time you graduate.
The central Employability and Careers Service also provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
Support from the department
All students on Built Environment courses with us get access to Microsoft Project and online. Additionally, joining societies such as will help you network and can build skills and present new opportunities. We also provide pastoral support throughout your studies with us. Students have a personal tutor and access to training in study skills, dissertation preparation, methods and ethics and have access to advice on employability and careers.
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