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MSc Construction Project Management Online

UK

What will I learn?

Overview

Our Online Construction Project Management MSc equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to manage people and projects within the construction industry while meeting the educational criteria of CIOB and RICS.

Construction Project Management at Heriot-Watt University is one of the longest-running courses of its kind in the UK, equipping graduates with the theoretical knowledge and practical and technical skills to manage people and projects within the construction industry.

A range of core modules covering management, procurement and technology-related subjects will give you a foundation in management principles while providing practical skills relevant to professional practice in construction.

You will also choose an optional module from a range of subjects drawn from our built environment courses, providing you with a broader understanding of built environment issues and an opportunity to tailor your studies to fit your interests and professional needs.

Degree duration

Online Learning: The fastest this MSc can be completed is in 2½ years. The maximum completion timeframe is 8 years. On average, most students complete a MSc in 3-4 years.

Delivery of online degrees

Our up-to-date and progressive course materials are made available online through the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The VLE links you with our expert academics and course materials through videos, webinars, articles, journals, assessments and discussion boards. Tutors will provide you, by phone, Skype or email, with academic support similar to that received by our on-campus students.

Which department am I in?

Heriot-Watt University

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (3 Years)

Tuition fees
Per course: £1,525; Dissertation/Project: £1,965 per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

January 2026

Venue

Online Campus

United Kingdom

Online/Distance with attendance (3 Years)

Tuition fees
Per course: £1,525; Dissertation/Project: £1,965 per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Online Campus

United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Masters (MSc) level entry applicants must have:

  • Minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area.
  • Corporate (or chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered.
  • If English is not the applicant's first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University is a world-leading institution ranked 235th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024).

  • Five modern campuses in the UK, Dubai and Malaysia
  • 1st in Scotland and 4th in UK for graduate employability
  • Lifelong career advice
  • Highest % of CEO and managing director roles in the UK