About this course
Learn how to lead and integrate a team of multi-disciplinary professionals on LJMU's Construction Project Management Masters.
- Study on this programme accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Benefit from the development of professional and transferable skills required in industry
- Choose the part-time, day release study option if you are already in employment
- Look forward to direct entrance onto the RICS APC professional training programme and CIOB PDP if you are employed
This programme aims to provide a stimulating and challenging curriculum which produces self-reliant, versatile, enterprising and competent construction project managers. It will enable you to build your knowledge, skills and understanding to become an independent learner. You will even be able to tailor your programme of study to your personal background, interests and career aspirations.
The quality of this programme and the Department is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Building with Accredited Centre status, and by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors as a Partnering Establishment. The degree has a high standing both academically and professionally.
The programme will increase your exposure to the current and emerging theories and practice of project management. It will encourage a risk management approach to problem solving, provide opportunities for collaborative and student-centred study and offer clear career development opportunities.
The course is always well received by students who commend the applied use of theory through software applications in the workplace.
Joshua's story
With a first degree in architecture, Joshua Boaler researched project management Masters courses all over the UK, before settling on LJMU's Construction Project Management programme.
"Coming out of a degree in architecture I can honestly say that I expected postgraduate study to be much harder than it has been, but the standardised criteria on the course has made it really achievable.
I am getting a great deal out of my studies as the modules are really relevant to what I want to do. I have particularly enjoyed the collaborative modules working with quantity surveyors, architects and students from other disciplines.
LJMU has great facilities in terms of computers and software, much better than a lot of its competitors. The courses are well structured and take you through all of the relevant stages to prepare you for your dissertation. We see our supervisors and personal tutors on a regular basis and get great feedback from lecturers."
Course modules
Discover the building blocks of your programme
Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Research Methods
10 credits
10 credits
This module focuses on your critical understanding of the research process. In preparation for your research study, it also develops skills in research design, implementation and presentation. You will come to understand the differing techniques, strategies and methods used to undertake research in the built environment.
Dissertation
60 credits
60 credits
This module develops and tests your ability to prepare a dissertation, based on the study of a subject related to your chosen discipline within the built environment. Dissertation preparation normally takes place after completion of the Postgraduate Diploma stage.
Project Management Fundamentals
20 credits
20 credits
The module covers the fundamental theory and concepts of Project Management. It explores and promotes contemporary principles and concepts and examines processes, tools and methodologies.
Project Planning, Executing, Controlling and Closure
20 credits
20 credits
This module develops the Project Management skills and knowledge necessary to manage the key processes of planning, executing, controlling and closing a project at appropriate stages in the project life cycle. It also offers a thorough analysis of the environment in which such processes operate.
Sustainable Construction and Innovation
20 credits
20 credits
This module provides you with a wide ranging study of the sustainability and lean principles affecting the modern construction sector. It aims to identify and critically appraise how environmental sustainability and lean principles can be incorporated into a more modern and innovative construction organisation and industry.
Production Management and BIM
20 credits
20 credits
This module provides you with an in-depth understanding of the production management of modern, complex and fast-paced construction projects. It also covers key aspects of Building Information Modelling (BIM) within construction management roles.
Leading and Managing People in Projects
10 credits
10 credits
This module aims to provide an overview of the key concepts and theories of project team working. The module will explore the key concepts and theories associated with management and organisational behaviour which influence people and project-orientated team working. The underlying focus of the module will be practice-based, which will give participants the knowledge to effectively lead real and virtual project-orientated teams.
Collaborative BIM Project
20 credits
20 credits
The module is an opportunity for students to follow BIM protocols and practice in a collaborative multidisciplinary project team to achieve project success.
Your Learning Experience
An insight into teaching on your course
You will learn through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, seminars, projects and field study visits.
Close partnerships with industry and practice ensure the course and our graduates are responsive to the changing needs of industry, government, local communities and professional practice.
How learning is monitored on your programme
To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme.
Course tutors
Our staff are committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning
Where you will study
What you can expect from your School
This programme is based in the City Campus. Besides well-equipped workshops, we have: a structural testing laboratory, a concrete laboratory, a radio frequency and microwave laboratory, a highways research laboratory, an industrial chemistry laboratory, a soil mechanics laboratory, hydraulics laboratory, surveying laboratory, light structure and materials laboratory, building information modelling (BIM) software and expertise and smart homes.
Employability
Further your career prospects
LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.
There are many employment options available to you after you graduate. For example you could work for a main contractor on a commercial development such as Liverpool One, or you could work for a Project Management Consultancy and represent the Client such as a NHS trust for a new hospital like the Royal Liverpool Hospital.
Student Futures - Careers, Employability and Enterprise Service
A wide range of opportunities and support is available to you, within and beyond your course, to ensure our students experience a transformation in their career trajectory. Every undergraduate curriculum includes Future Focus during Level 4, an e-learning resource and workshop designed to help you to develop your talents, passion and purpose.
Every student has access to Careers Zone 24/7, LJMU's suite of online Apps, resources and jobs board via the LJMU Student Futures website.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees:
There are many ways to fund postgraduate study for home and international students
Fees
The fees quoted at the top of this page cover registration, tuition, supervision, assessment and examinations as well as:
- library membership with access to printed, multimedia and digital resources
- access to programme-appropriate software
- library and student IT support
- free on-campus wifi via eduroam
Additional costs
Although not all of the following are compulsory/relevant, you should keep in mind the costs of:
- accommodation and living expenditure
- books (should you wish to have your own copies)
- printing, photocopying and stationery
- PC/laptop (should you prefer to purchase your own for independent study and online learning activities)
- mobile phone/tablet (to access online services)
- field trips (travel and activity costs)
- placements (travel expenses and living costs)
- student visas (international students only)
- study abroad opportunities (travel costs, accommodation, visas and immunisations)
- academic conferences (travel costs)
- professional-body membership
- graduation (gown hire etc)
Funding
There are many ways to fund postgraduate study for home and international students. From loans to International Scholarships and subject-specific funding, you’ll find all of the information you need on our specialist postgraduate funding pages.
Please be aware that the UK’s departure from the EU may affect your tuition fees. Learn more about your fee status and which tuition fees are relevant to you.
- International fee:
- £18,250
Entry requirements
You will need:
Qualification requirements
Undergraduate degree
- a minimum 2:2 honours degree in a cognate subject area.
or
- an equivalent professional qualification with appropriate work experience
Further information
- Extra Requirements
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RPL
- RPL is accepted on this programme
International requirements
IELTS
- IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
How to apply
Securing your place at LJMU
To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme.
You need to demonstrate that you have a sufficient level of knowledge to embark on the programme and to complete it within the time limits. You should provide evidence, at the interview stage, of your learning capabilities and commitment to a postgraduate programme of study.
Applications from non-standard applicants are welcomed. In exceptional circumstances applications by mature healthcare practitioners without sufficient qualifications will be considered.
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