The MSc Project Management is designed to meet growing industry and global demand for project management professionals and is fully accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM) and Project Management Institute (PMI).

Our Course is the first in the UK to be accredited both by APM and PMI. This reflects the quality of the structure and content in the course which is transferable to a variety of industries including oil and gas, renewable energy, engineering, built environment, construction, information technology, knowledge management, marketing, public sector, health care, pharmaceutical, military, education, entertainment and creative industries. The key to success within the project management field is the development of these transferable skills and competencies. This goes hand-in-hand with the standards, methodologies, theories, project management body of knowledge, processes and concepts which you will gain throughout your course of study. This course is designed to teach these unique and invaluable skills and competencies, making our graduates a valuable asset to any sector or industry across the globe.

The MSc Project Management is suitable for those already in the profession as well as those at the start of their career. It is also suitable for those who are aspiring for career change and development.

Entry Requirements

Applicants will require a good honours degree. Those who do not possess an honours degree but have a degree, or degree equivalent qualification, and work experience at a suitable level within an organisation for an appropriate length of time, will be considered. Qualifications from an approved professional body will also be taken into account.

If you do not meet the requirements and are a non-graduate with experience in business/management insufficient to justify exemption, you may wish to consider access to the course via the Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

All international students, for whom English is not their first language, must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Year 3 dissertation fee only - £2,500

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The MSc Purchasing and Supply Chain Management provides a specialised focus on a strategically important aspect of business

This course is suitable for professionals who wish to develop knowledge, understanding and business management skills in the fields of Purchasing and Supply Chain Management. It is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) and provides a more specialist focus in line with CIPS.

The core subject areas develop transferable management skills enabling organisational and contextual linkage with the specialist areas of Procurement and The Supply Chain. The specialist subject areas aim to develop an understanding and application of the concepts and frameworks which could be taken back into the workplace. The dissertation stage enables in-depth research to be undertaken investigating organisations' challenges in this field.

Entry Requirements

Applicants will require a good honours degree. Those who do not possess an honours degree but have a degree or degree equivalent qualification and work experience at a suitable level within an organisation for an appropriate length of time, will be considered. Qualifications from an approved professional body will also be taken into account.

All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Year 3 dissertation fee only - £2,340

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This online course provides a broad practical knowledge in the field of quality management providing graduates with the capability to apply these concepts in a work environment.

The course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding and focuses on Total Quality Management (TQM), strategic quality management, performance management and quality improvement alongside relevant tools, techniques, models and frameworks.

It is suitable for professionals who wish to develop knowledge, understanding and business management skills in the fields of quality management and business improvement.

It will also appeal to those with an undergraduate degree who want to build career within quality management and to existing practitioners who need to enhance and develop their knowledge, competencies, understanding and quality management skills to progress within the profession.

The course is delivered online and is studied part-time over 3 years.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should normally possess either a degree/Honours degree or degree-equivalent qualification in a relevant degree subject, awarded by a UK University or recognised Overseas Institution or qualifications of an approved Professional Body or Institution. Candidates with relevant industrial, commercial or professional experience at a level sufficient to justify exemption from the normal requirements may be considered.

In certain circumstances, students with ordinary degrees but with extensive appropriate work-experience within the sector can be admitted to a particular course at the discretion of the Course Leader and the Postgraduate Management Team.

All international students, for whom English is not their first language, must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of
5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Year 3 dissertation fee only - £2,340

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The MSc Health, Safety and Risk Management focuses on the strategic perspective of the area of Health, Safety and Risk. This course has been designed to study the management, rather than the technical applications, of this rapidly expanding area of expertise.

High quality health, safety and risk management education and skills are crucial to the success and stability of any organisation today. In recognition of the importance of this area we have worked with experienced practitioners in designing the programme, both in the subjects covered and in its development and mode of delivery. This expertise, along with informed academic knowledge and skills, provides a course which teaches the skills and knowledge for the practical application of Strategic Health, Safety and Risk Management essential in the professional environment today.

The course will also be of interest to managers who wish to attain a formal management qualification in this area and others who wish to develop careers in this field.

The course is fully accredited by The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and is suitable for middle to senior managers who have responsibility for, or an interest in, Health, Safety and Risk Management.

Entry Requirements

This course is ideal for students who:

Possess a good honours degree (first or second class) or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject from a UK University or recognised overseas institution and able to demonstrate competence in written English.

In exceptional circumstances, the normal requirements may be relaxed for an equivalent qualification or industrial experience of an equivalent standard. In these circumstances, applicants will be asked to submit a Personal Statement in support of his/her application.

The Course Leader will consider any candidate who has completed the pre-masters Access Foundation in Management Studies (Graduate Certificate in Management) and who appears capable of completing a demanding programme at Masters level.

For international students, either one of this is required

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Year 3 dissertation fee only - £2,340

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This is a unique course relevant for those who aspire to competently manage and co-ordinate physical assets to optimum effect.

Combining theory with best practice, this Engineering Asset Management course is aimed at engineers and management personnel working in an engineering/operations environment. It marks a significant advance in the delivery of specialised professional development, designed to meet the 'real world' needs of industry.

The implementation of asset management practices within an organisation enables it to see tangible benefits such as lower operating costs, longer asset life, improved asset performance, greater reliability, higher safety standards, enhanced environmental support and better informed investment strategies.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have 1 year's relevant post-degree industrial experience and an honours degree in Engineering or a related discipline at level 2.2 or above. However those with other qualifications but with considerable appropriate industrial experience may be considered.

Students from Nigeria should have a 2:1 or above in Engineering or a related discipline.

All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Individual Engineering Research Investigation - £3425

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