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MSc PG Dip Architectural Project Management

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    MSc/PgDip: online distance learning

Course Description

The postgraduate programme in Architectural Project Management is delivered jointly by the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design at Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh. It draws from the expertise in Design, Architecture and Construction Project Management from both institutions to create a programme with a unique overview and insight into the design, management and operation of construction.

The concepts, practices and strategic issues related to construction project management are examined so as to provide an understanding of how project management professionals can add value and provide a service to their clients. The courses will develop understanding of issues related to management of clients and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of a project within the overarching constraints of time, quality, costs, sustainability and safety management. The suite of courses provides the student with the necessary knowledge to contribute effectively as a lead consultant delivering project management services to clients.

Entry Requirements

For MSc level entry applicants must have:

  • Minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in cognate and semi-cognate subject area. For PG conversion programmes, non-cognate degrees will be considered. Corporate (or chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered.

For PG Diploma level entry applicants must have:

  • Third class honours degree in a cognate or semi-cognate subject area PLUS 2 years of relevant experience at an appropriate level completed post qualification.
  • Cognate or semi-cognate ordinary degree PLUS 3-4 years of relevant experience at an appropriate level following graduation.

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Module Details

Students study the following three mandatory courses at the University of Edinburgh:

  • Design Values and Architecture
  • Architecture and Sustainability
  • Architecture, Construction and Industrialisation

Students study the following two mandatory courses at Heriot-Watt University:

  • Project Management: Theory and Practice
  • Project Management: Strategic Issues

They then choose an additional two courses from a range of options including:

  • Value and Risk Management
  • Contracts and Procurement
  • Construction Financial Management
  • People and Organisational Management in the Built Environment

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