12 months
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14700 GBP/year
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About

This Civil Engineering and Construction Management programme from University of Derby equips you for a high-level career managing complex civil engineering and construction contracts – from major international projects to locally based private and public partnerships.

Visit the official programme website for more information

Overview

Combine in-depth knowledge and practical skills with strategic management abilities to prepare for a rewarding career anywhere in the world

  • Boost your professional credibility on a course with non-technical accreditation by the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers. Accreditation is valid for the on-campus MSc only
  • This Civil Engineering and Construction Management programme from University of Derby is also accredited by the Chartered Institue of Building (CIOB)
  • Take your first steps towards coveted Chartered Engineer status: this course meets the Further Learning requirements for registration
  • You can study the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma as stand-alone awards
  • Cover critical issues facing the industry today, from flood risk engineering management to sustainable development
  • Apply your learning to real-world projects and scenarios
  • Enhance your employability – we’re ranked 15th highest among all UK universities and 12th for English institutions, with 96.9% of graduates in work or further study within six months of completing their degree (HESA 2016)

Careers

The MSc is your stepping stone into professional roles across a broad spectrum of civil engineering and construction management disciplines.

Career opportunities open to graduates include:

  • Civil Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Construction Planner
  • Estimator
  • Specialist disciplines such as: Geotechnical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Highway Engineer, Engineering Surveyor, Facilities Manager and Asset Management Engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Research Methods
  • Environmental Risk and Responsibility
  • Flood Risk Engineering Management
  • Transport and Infrastructure Engineering and Sustainable Design 
  • BIM and Integrated Project Collaboration 
  • Independent Scholarship

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 undergraduate degree in civil engineering or construction management. Consideration will be given to professional qualifications of equal standing and professional experience that would support your application.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    14700 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 14700 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.

  • National

    7850 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.

UK fee: £875 per 20 credits (Full-time/Part-time)

Living costs for Derby

540 - 852 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

  • You will need to apply separately for the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, the International Excellent Student Scholarship and the GREAT Scholarship, but all others are assessed for eligibility alongside your application. 
  • Our new EU Transition Bursary offers financial support to our European students. If you normally reside in the EU and are starting your undergraduate or postgraduate taught course in September or January , you could be eligible for this reduction in your tuition fees. If you have home fee status or have EU settled or pre-settled status in the UK, you are not eligible for international scholarships but you may be eligible for the Derby Achievement Scholarship. 

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals scholarships
Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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