Construction Project Management MSci Construction Project Management with Placement Year MSci
Construction Project Management MSci prepares you to lead in the construction industry. You learn the fundamental skills to manage projects from initial design to final delivery, while gaining expertise in innovation, sustainability and zero-carbon solutions that are shaping the future of construction.
Key information
Key information
Entry requirements
Please note that the study options available after enrolment to this course may have additional requirements. Choose a study option for full details.
- Grades
- ABB
- Subjects
- Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics or Statistics preferred.
- Subjects
- Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics or Statistics preferred.
- GCSEs
- English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6 and Biology, Chemistry or Physics or Double Science at grade B or 6
Contextual offer
- Grades
- BBB
- Subjects
- Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics or Statistics preferred.
- Subjects
- Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics or Statistics preferred.
- GCSEs
- English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6 and Biology, Chemistry or Physics or Double Science at grade B or 6
At least two A level subjects should be taken from UCL's list of preferred A level subjects.
- Points
- 34
- Subjects
- A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Higher levels in Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Statistics preferred.
- Subjects
- A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Higher levels in Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Statistics preferred.
Contextual offer
- Points
- 32
- Subjects
- A total of 15 points in three higher level subjects, with no score below 5. Higher levels in Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Statistics preferred.
- Subjects
- A total of 15 points in three higher level subjects, with no score below 5. Higher levels in Business, Economics, Geography, Information Communication Technology, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Statistics preferred.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 3
Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.
A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages and International Education.
The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) prepare international students for a UCL undergraduate degree who do not have the qualifications to enter directly. These intensive one-year foundation courses are taught on our central London campus.
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: ucl.ac.uk/upc.
Additional requirements for Construction Project Management with Placement Year MSci
There are no additional requirements for this study option.
Please see details of Construction Project Management MSci for the entry requirements of the overall course.
About this course
Construction is evolving rapidly, driven by new technologies, sustainability goals and the ambition to achieve net zero carbon. The construction industry needs future leaders who can shape this transformation, and the Construction Project Management MSci prepares you to be one of them. You join as an undergraduate, and graduate after four years with a master’s level qualification ready to enter the industry.
Throughout your degree you develop a comprehensive understanding of managing complex construction projects from start to finish, with hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of each stage of the process – from design development and procurement through to production and long-term management. With a focus on leadership, innovation, and sustainability, the Construction Project Management MSci prepares you to become a forward-thinking professional ready to tackle the challenges of modern construction and infrastructure.
You develop essential skills in project finance, legislation, and environmental impact. You also explore industry trends, technology, safety and quality, along with emerging areas like digital delivery, industrialised methods, and climate change.
To tailor your learning to your interests and career goals, you choose one of three industry aligned specialisms: Design and Technology Management, Project and Programme Management or Real Estate Management.
Construction is evolving rapidly, driven by new technologies, sustainability goals and the ambition to achieve net zero carbon. The construction industry needs future leaders who can shape this transformation, and the Construction Project Management with Placement Year MSci prepares you to be one of them. You join as an undergraduate and graduate after five years with a master’s level qualification, combining academic study with experience in professional construction environments from your placement.
Throughout your degree you develop a comprehensive understanding of managing complex construction projects from start to finish, with hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of each stage of the process – from design development and procurement through to production and long-term management. Y Your learning is strengthened by sustained time in industry, where you see how projects are delivered in practice and how decisions are made under real commercial, technical and environmental pressures. With a focus on leadership, innovation and sustainability, the Construction Project Management MSci prepares you to become a forward-thinking professional ready to tackle the challenges of modern construction and infrastructure.
You develop essential skills in project finance, legislation and environmental impact. You also explore industry trends, technology, safety and quality, along with emerging areas such as digital delivery, industrialised methods and climate change. This experience allows you to connect theory with practice, developing professional judgement and confidence within live project teams.
To tailor your learning to your interests and career goals, you choose one of three industry-aligned specialisms: Design and Technology Management, Project and Programme Management or Real Estate Management. Returning to your final year with industry insight and professional context, you graduate with a clearer career direction and the experience employers look for in future project leaders.
We welcome students who are curious about how the built environment supports a sustainable future and want to help shape it through the management of construction. We value qualities like creative and analytical thinking, leadership, problem solving and organisation skills.
Course structure
The Construction Project Management MSci is built around five compulsory module clusters: Industry, Management, Professional Practice, Technology, and Integration. In Years 3 and 4, you’ll also choose from three industry aligned specialisms: Project and Programme Management, Real Estate Management, and Design and Technology Management.
In Years 1 and 2, you’ll study compulsory modules that provide the theoretical foundation for construction project management and whole-life asset management. These cover topics such as managing people and organisations, construction ecosystems, digital technologies, commercial practices, law, contracts, sustainability, ethics, business economics, and data analytics. You’ll also work with digital design and planning tools and explore modern construction materials and techniques.
In Year 3, you’ll deepen your knowledge with two compulsory modules from the integration cluster and select two modules from each optional stream.
Year 4 focuses on leadership for transformative delivery, alongside a compulsory Dissertation/Capstone project and one further optional module.
Course structure
The Construction Project Management MSci is built around five compulsory module clusters: Industry, Management, Professional Practice, Technology, and Integration. In Years 3 and 4, you’ll also choose from three industry aligned specialisms: Project and Programme Management, Real Estate Management, and Design and Technology Management.
In Years 1 and 2, you’ll study compulsory modules that provide the theoretical foundation for construction project management and whole-life asset management. These cover topics such as managing people and organisations, construction ecosystems, digital technologies, commercial practices, law, contracts, sustainability, ethics, business economics, and data analytics. You’ll also work with digital design and planning tools and explore modern construction materials and techniques.
After completing Year 2, students who choose the placement year option will undertake a one-year placement before returning to the University to continue with Years 3 and 4 of the course. In Year 3, you’ll deepen your knowledge with two compulsory modules from the integration cluster and select two modules from each optional stream.
Year 4 focuses on leadership for transformative delivery, alongside a compulsory Dissertation/Capstone project and one further optional module.
Modules
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Please note that the list of compulsory modules given here is indicative. Up to 10 optional modules per year are displayed for this course: this may not be the full range of optional modules available for selection. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. Modules that are in use for the current academic year are linked for further information. Where no link is present, further information is not yet available. For more detail regarding module availability, please contact the department.
Compulsory modules
- Industry 1: The Construction Ecosystem (BSSC0010)
- Industry 2: The Construction Professions (BSSC0011)
- Management 1: People and Organisations (BSSC0012)
- Management 2: Projects and Programmes (BSSC0013)
- Professional Practice 1: Introduction to Law and Contracts (BSSC0014)
- Professional Practice 2: Basic Business Economics (BSSC0015)
- Technology 1: Data and Digital Delivery (BSSC0016)
- Technology 2: Construction Materials and Methods (BSSC0017)
Compulsory modules
- Industry 3: The Construction Culture (BSSC0018)
- Management 3: New Build Projects (BSSC0019)
- Professional Practice 3: Contract Law and Administration (BSSC0020)
- Professional Practice 4: Business Statistics and Data Analytics (BSSC0021)
- Professional Practice 5: Project Financial Control and Reporting (BSSC0022)
- Technology 3: Digital Design and Construction (BSSC0023)
- Technology 4: Construction Products and Systems (BSSC0024)
- Building and Infrastructure Asset Management (BSSC0046)
Compulsory modules
- Integration 1: The Net Zero Carbon Building (BSSC0026)
- Integration 2: End-to-end Value Delivery (BSSC0027)
Optional modules
- Design and Technology Management 1: Requirements and Responsibilities (BSSC0028)
- Design and Technology Management 2: Managing the Digital Design Environment (BSSC0029)
- Project and Programme Management 1: Delivery Models (BSSC0030)
- Project and Programme Management 2: Managing the Project Supply Chain (BSSC0031)
- Estate Management 1: Law of Real Property and Administrative Law (BSSC0032)
- Estate Management 2: Urban Economics and Valuation (BSSC0033)
The modules shown below are an indicative list of those currently available as part of the full degree. This includes modules that may be available before selecting a study option and those that may be available after a student moves onto the study option.
Compulsory modules
- Industry 1: The Construction Ecosystem (BSSC0010)
- Industry 2: The Construction Professions (BSSC0011)
- Management 1: People and Organisations (BSSC0012)
- Management 2: Projects and Programmes (BSSC0013)
- Professional Practice 1: Introduction to Law and Contracts (BSSC0014)
- Professional Practice 2: Basic Business Economics (BSSC0015)
- Technology 1: Data and Digital Delivery (BSSC0016)
- Technology 2: Construction Materials and Methods (BSSC0017)
Compulsory modules
- Industry 3: The Construction Culture (BSSC0018)
- Management 3: New Build Projects (BSSC0019)
- Professional Practice 3: Contract Law and Administration (BSSC0020)
- Professional Practice 4: Business Statistics and Data Analytics (BSSC0021)
- Professional Practice 5: Project Financial Control and Reporting (BSSC0022)
- Technology 3: Digital Design and Construction (BSSC0023)
- Technology 4: Construction Products and Systems (BSSC0024)
- Building and Infrastructure Asset Management (BSSC0046)
Compulsory modules
Compulsory modules
- Integration 1: The Net Zero Carbon Building (BSSC0026)
- Integration 2: End-to-end Value Delivery (BSSC0027)
Optional modules
- Design and Technology Management 1: Requirements and Responsibilities (BSSC0028)
- Design and Technology Management 2: Managing the Digital Design Environment (BSSC0029)
- Project and Programme Management 1: Delivery Models (BSSC0030)
- Project and Programme Management 2: Managing the Project Supply Chain (BSSC0031)
- Estate Management 1: Law of Real Property and Administrative Law (BSSC0032)
- Estate Management 2: Urban Economics and Valuation (BSSC0033)
You learn through a mix of lectures, seminars, group projects, problem-based and project-based learning, software training, workshops, and guest lectures. Guest speakers often include industry practitioners who share specialist insights and real-world perspectives, helping you connect theory with practice.
You have the option to transfer to a five-year version of the course that includes a placement year in industry. The academic content remains the same, with the placement year giving you the chance to gain hands-on experience and apply what you have learned in a real-world setting.
The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction will support you in preparing for and securing a placement through its extensive network of industry contacts. This experience allows you to see how your skills gained from the degree are used on live construction projects and within leading firms, giving you valuable insight and a strong foundation for your future career.
The five-year version of the course includes a placement year in industry. The academic content remains the same, with the placement year giving you the chance to gain hands-on experience and apply what you have learned in a real-world setting.
The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction will support you in preparing for and securing a placement through its extensive network of industry contacts. This experience allows you to see how your skills gained from the degree are used on live construction projects and within leading firms, giving you valuable insight and a strong foundation for your future career.
We use a variety of assessment methods including exams (both open and closed book), coursework, presentations, portfolios, online quizzes, group projects, and a final dissertation.
To support your progress, every module includes formative assessments which may include individual tasks, group exercises, debates, and presentations, along with helpful feedback from peers and staff.
Most modules combine different assessment types, and the weighting for each will vary depending on the module. This approach ensures you can showcase your understanding in ways that suit different learning styles.
Typical contact hours vary between 8–12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice, and include lectures, seminars, practice-based activities and e-learning activities. Students will also display a level of independent study (25–30 hours per week), for example, by engaging with key topics and required readings in preparation for lectures and assessment.
While you are studying at UCL typical contact hours vary between 8–12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice, and include lectures, seminars, practice-based activities and e-learning activities. You will also display a level of independent study (25–30 hours per week), for example, by engaging with key topics and required readings in preparation for lectures and assessment.
During your placement year, you will work full time within a construction or built environment organisation, such as a contractor, consultancy, or client body. You will not attend university on a day-to-day basis but will remain in regular contact through structured academic support and reflective learning, ensuring your placement contributes to your academic and professional development.
The department will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences and mental health conditions. This list is not exhaustive. If you are unsure of your eligibility for reasonable adjustments at UCL, please contact Student Support and Wellbeing Services.
Reasonable adjustments are implemented on a case-by-case basis. With the student's consent, reasonable adjustments are considered by UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services, and where required, in collaboration with the respective department.
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For more information about the department and accessibility arrangements for your course, please contact the department.
Fees and funding
| Study mode | UK fee (2026/27) | Overseas fee (2026/27) |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | £9,790 | £39,200 |
UK undergraduate fees for 2026/27 are subject to parliamentary approval and are for the first year only. Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase: Student Terms and Conditions. UK fees are in line with the Government announcement on fee cap increases. Fees for 2027/28 entry will be published in August 2026.
International undergraduate students benefit from a cohort guarantee unless indicated below, meaning that their tuition fees will not increase during the course of the programme, but UCL reserves the right to increase tuition fees to reflect any sums (including levies, taxes, or similar financial charges) that UCL is required to pay any governmental authority in connection with tuition fees.
International fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2026/27 entrants.
Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.
Additional costs
In our faculty, The Bartlett Promise Scholarship aims to enable students from backgrounds underrepresented in the built environment to pursue undergraduate studies. Please see the UK Undergraduate Scholarship page for more information on eligibility criteria, selection process and FAQs.
The school will cover the cost of the first and second-year site visits and field trips, although students may incur incidental costs of £200-£500 depending on destination, for which hardship bursaries will be available.
For in-person teaching, UCL's main teaching locations are in zones 1 (Bloomsbury) and zones 2/3 (UCL East). The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1–2 is £119.90. This price was published by TfL in 2026. For more information on additional costs for prospective students and the cost of living in London, please view our estimated cost of essential expenditure at UCL's cost of living guide. If you are concerned by potential additional costs for books, equipment, etc., please get in touch with the relevant departmental contact (details given on this page).
Additional costs for Construction Project Management with Placement Year MSci
The school will cover the cost of the first and second-year site visits and field trips, although students may incur incidental costs of £200–£500 depending on destination, for which hardship bursaries will be available. You should also note that additional costs may be incurred during the placement year, such as travel and accommodation expenses, depending on the location of the placement organisation.
Please see Construction Project Management MSci for details of additional costs for the overall course.
In our faculty, The Bartlett Promise Scholarship aims to enable students from backgrounds underrepresented in the built environment to pursue undergraduate studies. Please see the UK Undergraduate Scholarship page for more information on eligibility criteria, selection process and FAQs.
Why study this course at UCL?
The Construction Project Management MSci degree combines theory with practical experience through site visits, industry debates, and collaborative projects. The final year is delivered at master’s level and deepens your expertise in managing complex construction projects, ensuring you graduate with advanced knowledge, and a strong professional portfolio to develop a career shaping the future of the built environment.
As a student, you are part of the UCL Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, a world-class centre of learning and research in construction and project management. UCL is #1 in the world for Architecture and the Built Environment studies (QS World University Rankings by subject 2026) and ranked #1 in the UK for Construction, surveying and planning (Guardian University Guide 2026). You learn from experts at the forefront of driving innovation and shaping the future of the construction industry, and have access to high-tech robotics facilities, workshops and laboratories at the UCL Here East campus.
Based in London, the best city for students in the UK and Europe (QS Best Student Cities 2026), with its dynamic built environment and proximity to leading firms and landmark projects, you will have the opportunities to connect theory with practice and launch your career at the heart of the industry, and benefit from access to world-class resources, rich historical context, and close collaboration with both local communities and international partners.
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What this course will give you
The Construction Project Management MSci equips you with a blend of technical knowledge, management expertise and strategic insight. While focusing on areas such as construction project and programme management, design and technology management, and real estate management, you also gain a strong foundation in business statistics, data analytics, law, economics and both general and strategic management.
You develop transferable skills to think critically, solve complex problems and lead with confidence in a rapidly changing industry. Graduates leave ready to manage projects and people effectively, make informed decisions and deliver sustainable solutions with real impact. You will be well placed for leadership roles across construction, real estate and related sectors, as well as broader business and management careers.
You gain both specialist construction knowledge and expertise that is valued across other industries, alongside practical experience that opens doors to a wide range of career paths. Graduates from the Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction go on to roles in leading construction firms including:
- Mace Group
- Lendlease
- Skanska
- Morgan Sindall
- Stace Construction
Others work for cost and project management consultancies such as Turner and Townsend, Gardiner and Theobald and Currie and Brown, or engineering and multidisciplinary design consultancies including ARUP, Atkins, Mott MacDonald and WSP Group.
Graduates also build careers in commercial management, real estate development, property finance and investment, facilities and asset management, and design management. (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-2023).
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Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however, applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.
In addition to your qualifications, we would like you to develop a strong personal statement that addresses the following:
- Your reasons for wanting to study the Construction Project Management MSci at undergraduate level.
- How you hope this degree will support your future career aspirations.
- Why you would like to study Construction Project Management at UCL.
- How your academic background, interests, and personal experiences have prepared you for the demands of an academically rigorous undergraduate course at UCL.
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You are applying for the Construction Project Management MSci course. Please note that the study options presented as post-enrolment specialisms will be available for you to choose once your enrolment is confirmed. For application guidance please visit Application guidelines.Course starts: September 2027
UCAS applications open for 2027 entry on 12 May 2026.
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