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MSc Construction Project Management with Industry Placement

Heriot-Watt University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    21 Months

Course summary

MSc Construction Project Management with Industry Placement gives you the vital skills, versatility, and work experience necessary to thrive in the increasingly dynamic built environment industry. Our degree provides you with the knowledge, leadership, and management skills necessary for the effective delivery of construction projects from inception to occupation with the additional benefit of hands-on practical experience in the workplace. There is a strong emphasis on construction technology, but you can also learn about important factors such as valuation and procurement. During the master’s programme, you’ll gain a detailed and thorough understanding of the theoretical principles and practices of project management in the construction industry and, more generally, any project environment. You’ll also gain expertise of skills necessary for practitioners such as understanding clients’ needs, procurement, management of people and organisational structures, business management, and the planning and programming of building projects in the context of the established bodies. Upon graduation, you’ll be able to fully manage the design, value, risk, operational, financial, and contractual aspects of the construction process. You’ll be able to fully contribute to the needs of an organisation as a confident construction professional. This industry-focused master’s programme will ensure you have the skills necessary to make a positive and effective contribution to your future working environment.

Tuition fees

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£ 2,079month

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University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH14 4AS, United Kingdom

One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you will join over 24,000 students and 166,000 alumni in 190 countries.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the industry-informed programmes that equip you with the right skills to succeed.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university’s ‘Go Global’ scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    4th out of 37 3

    41st out of 124 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 151
    145 96%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    6th

    11
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    9th

    24
  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    162 76%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    63rd

    22
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    112th

    26

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