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How you will study
full-time, part-time, distance
Course starts
September, January
International course fees
GBP 14520
Construction Project Management at Heriot-Watt University is one of the longest-running courses of its kind in the UK, equipping graduates with the theoretical knowledge and practical and technical skills to manage people and projects within the construction industry.
A range of core modules covering management, procurement and technology-related subjects will give you a foundation in management principles while providing practical skills relevant to professional practice in construction.
You will also choose an optional module from a range of subjects drawn from our built environment courses, providing you with a broader understanding of built environment issues and an opportunity to tailor your studies to fit your interests and professional needs.
Our students
Students tend to come from the construction industry, bringing with them practical experience in a variety of built environment roles, or from other professional backgrounds but with an interest in converting to a career in the construction industry.
Industry links
Three institutes accredit this MSc in Construction Project Management:
The University is also a Corporate Member of the Association for Project Management
All these professional bodies offer our students free student memberships, study help and networking opportunities to support the process of becoming a future leader of the profession.
This course is delivered by the Royal Academy of Engineering Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design. One of only four Centres established at UK universities and the only one in Scotland, forming a national network to demonstrate and exchange best practice in teaching and research for the sustainable built environment.
Career opportunities
This industry-focused programme ensures graduates are quickly able to make a positive and effective contribution to their working environment, and as such are in great demand by construction industry employers.
This course offers a number of guest lectures each year specific to the modules where experienced professionals from industry visit to share their knowledge and experience with students.
There is also an annual industry and professions day, which is an interactive forum to bring together students on the course with relevant employers and representatives from the professions.
Flexible study options
This course can be studied full-time, part-time or via Independent Distance Learning (IDL), ideal for those in employment or with other commitments, providing flexible study options that fit around work or family.
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 1 year | September |
| Part-time | 2 years | September |
| Independent Distance Learning (IDL) | 2-7 years* | January/September |
*On average, our Diploma programmes studied via IDL are completed in 2-3 years, while the MSc is completed in 2.5-7 years. Most students intend to complete their studies via IDL within 2-3 years.
Find out why Randy Gutu, MSc Construction Project Management, chose Heriot-Watt to return to study after 7 years working in industry.
Learn More About This Course
There is more information about this course available on the Heriot-Watt University website
Notes about fees for this course
| Status* | Full-time | Part-time | Distance learning** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland / Non-UK EU | £5,360 | £2,680 | £1185/850 |
| England / Northern Ireland / Wales | £5,360 | £2,680 | £1185/850 |
| Overseas | £14,520 | £7,260 | £1185/850 |
* If you are unsure which category you fall in to, you should complete a fee status enquiry form, which allows us to assess your fees.
** Fee per course
Additional fees information
**Distance learning students pay £1185 per module and £1690 for the dissertation to gain the MSC qualification. This course consists of 8 modules with MSc students also required to submit a Masters dissertation.
For questions about IDL fees, please contact our Distance Learning Office: egis-idl-enquiries@hw.ac.uk
Scholarships and bursaries
We aim to encourage well-qualified, ambitious students to study with us and we offer a wide variety of scholarships and bursaries to achieve this. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.
View our full range of postgraduate taught scholarships.
Masters (MSc) level entry applicants must have:
PG Diploma level entry applicants must have:
Candidates who do not meet the above entry requirements or have no formal academic qualifications will be considered individually based on their CV and interview. Admission via this route will be at the discretion of the Director of Admissions and the number of successful applicants will be restricted.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Heriot-Watt University is committed to providing opportunities to applicants who have a wide range of prior experiences through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Prior learning at postgraduate level is normally recognised to gain exemption from individual modules within a course based on an existing academic qualification. Note that the prior learning must have been rated at the level of the modules for which RPL is sought, yet credits from an award already held by an applicant can only contribute to a higher award in the same discipline, e.g. from PG Diploma to MSc. If you believe that you qualify for RPL, please contact the Learning & Teaching Support Team via egis-enquiries@hw.ac.uk, who will guide you through the RPL application procedure.
The school will only consider students' requests for RPL at the time of application for their course of study.
English language requirements
If English is not the applicant's first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.
Applicants who have previously successfully completed courses delivered in the medium of English language may be considered and will be required to provide documentary evidence of this. Examples would be secondary school education or undergraduate degree. A minimum of at least one year of full time study (or equivalent) in the medium of English language will be required.
We offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement prior to starting your masters programme:
Distance learning students
Please note that independent distance learning students who access their studies online will be expected to have access to a PC/laptop and internet.
Distance learning students can choose to start their studies in January or September. The January intake is not available to students studying on-campus.
