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Master of Project Management in the Built Environment

Oxford Brookes University

Oxford, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

An MSc for people without a construction background who want to manage built environment projects.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Project Management in the Built Environment to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Applied
Problem-based learning with weekly material. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Construction companies
Developers
Project management consultancies
House builders
Surveyors
Housing associations

Curriculum

Applied
Problem-based learning with weekly material
Tutorials and seminars
Intensive study weeks and optional field trips. PGCert and PGDip are exit awards only and are not accredited by RICS or CIOB. Full-time lectures run on two set days each week.

Entry requirements

Academic

The course is open to applicants who hold a 2.2 undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) in any discipline. We will actively consider applications from candidates with lower degrees
Who can evidence substantiated and relevant experience in construction
Second class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent overseas degree for most courses
Some require 2:1 or a related subject.

Accepted academic background

Honours degree, Postgraduate diploma or equivalent qualification (same or related subject for some courses), One academic reference, Applicants with a diploma may qualify with relevant work experience on some courses.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).

How to apply

Check the course page entry requirements and deadline (January 2027 entry: apply by 11 December 2026). Apply directly to the university online. Approved agents can help. Receive an offer and pay the deposit (GBP 1
000
3
000 or 8
000 by country group)
Deducted from first tuition. Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£18,500 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£29,039 GBP

Program details

Campus	Headington
Faculty or school	School of the Built Environment
Department	Project Management in the Built Environment
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	5 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
11 Dec 2026
27 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.