Project Management for Construction BSc

A Levels

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

International applications

In addition to A level and International Baccalaureate, UCL considers a wide range of international qualifications for entry to its undergraduate degree programmes.

Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates

UCL Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPCs) are intensive one-year foundation courses for international students of high academic potential who are aiming to gain access to undergraduate degree programmes at UCL and other top UK universities.

Typical UPC students will be high achievers in a 12-year school system which does not meet the standard required for direct entry to UCL.

For more information see: www.ucl.ac.uk/upc.

English language requirements

If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

The English language level for this programme is: Standard

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.

• A strong vocational focus: a proportion of the teaching staff have previous/current industry experience. Teaching is supported by specialists from industry and a programme of visiting speakers.

• The school has flourishing links with industry and is able to support students in finding summer work placements which will enhance your studies and may lead to future employment.

• The degree is accredited by both the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

• Studying in central London provides unrivalled access to building projects and potential employers. London's financial centre continues to create demand for exciting, cutting-edge examples of construction activity.

There are four main integrated subject themes running across the course: 1. Management 2. Technology 3. Construction Production Process 4. Business Environment

Focusing on the project management of capital projects, this programme develops your understanding of the construction development process, from clients developing their requirements, through the design, procurement and construction stages, to the final occupation and maintenance of the new facilities. You will learn about construction from the perspective of the contractor and from the perspective of clients, funders, and designers.

The programme addresses the design and technology of buildings and the management of the construction process through four main subject themes: management; technology; construction production process; and business environment.

The student led UCL Construction and Property Society provides an opportunity to observe construction within and outside the UK through field trips and site visits.

Modules

An indicative guide to the structure of this programme, year by year.

Your learning

Across the modules there are a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, group project work and field trips. In some modules you will work in groups and give presentations of your work, replicating the co-operative teamwork characteristic of the industry.

Assessment

You will be assessed using a variety of assessment methods including examinations, in class tests, coursework, day assessments, project work and presentations. Most modules use a combination of assessment methods, and weighting for each type varies depending on the module.

Detailed course descriptions are available on the department website: Project Management for Construction BSc.

In addition to the main themes of construction technology and project management, the programme provides a solid foundation in economics, law and general management.

Former graduates have found that they are in great demand from a wide range of employers in project and construction management, contracting companies and other professional organisations.

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Tuition fees

The fees indicated are for undergraduate entry in the 2019/20 academic year. The UK/EU fees shown are for the first year of the programme at UCL only. Fees for future years may be subject to an inflationary increase. The Overseas fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2019/20 entrants for each year of study on the programme, unless otherwise indicated below.

UK/EU students

£9,250 (2019/20)

Overseas students

£25,770 (2019/20)

Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.

Funding

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships. Please see the Fees and funding pages for more details.

Additional costs

If you are concerned by potential additional costs for books, equipment, etc. on this programme, please get in touch with the relevant departmental contact (details given on this page).

There is currently 1 trip for all first-year students - travel and accommodation are provided, students should budget about £200 for the trip. Year 2 and 3 students should also budget for a trip.

Departmental scholarships

Funding opportunities relevant to the department may appear in this section when they are available. Please check carefully or confirm with the programme contact to ensure they apply to this degree programme.

The Scholarships and Funding website lists scholarships and funding schemes available to UCL students. These may be open to all students, or restricted to specific nationalities, regions or academic department.