Project Management

About Project Management

This course is designed to prepare students for the dynamic and growing field of project management across industries. It focuses on building core skills in planning, executing, and managing complex projects using modern methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and PRINCE2. Students will explore project lifecycle management, budgeting, risk assessment, stakeholder communication, leadership, and quality control.

Quick Facts
Duration
3 Years (Full-time) 4 Years with Foundation Optional Placement Year Available
Course Overview

You will also engage with real-world scenarios to develop your ability to manage resources, lead teams, and deliver successful outcomes within time and cost constraints. The curriculum integrates digital project tools and considers the impact of sustainability, innovation, and global collaboration in modern project delivery. This degree is ideal for individuals looking to lead initiatives in sectors such as construction, IT, healthcare, logistics, or business transformation.

Modules
Foundation Year
  • Communication Skills
  • Data Skills
  • Research Methods
  • Professional Development
Year 1
  • Principles of Project Management
  • Business and Academic Skills
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Fundamentals of Business Finance
  • Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management
Year 2
  • Agile Project Management
  • Risk and Quality Management
  • Procurement and Contract Management
  • Managing People and Teams
  • Business Strategy and Analysis
Year 3
  • Project Governance and Control
  • Sustainability and Ethics in Projects
  • Contemporary Issues in Project Management
  • Undergraduate Major Project (real-world consultancy or case study)
Careers

This course prepares students for professional roles by combining academic theory with practical project management experience. The final-year project involves working on live industry problems, helping to build skills directly transferable to employment. Students gain familiarity with tools like MS Project, Trello, and Gantt software while learning how to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams. The course content aligns with standards set by professional bodies like APM and PMI, helping graduates progress toward certification. Students often undertake internships or placement years to build hands-on experience, and the university's career services support job applications, mock interviews, and networking opportunities with employers from diverse industries. Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study, including an MSc in Project Management or MBA with a project leadership focus.

Career Routes
Project Manager (Construction, IT, Business, Engineering)
Operations Manager
Change and Transformation Lead
Project Planner or Coordinator
Risk and Compliance Manager
Scrum Master or Agile Coach
Logistics and Supply Chain Project Manager
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