Overview

Our accredited MSc Project Management course you will gain:

the necessary skills and confidence to guide and manage projects to successful completion
key skills for employment in the field of, and associated fields of, project management
an enquiring, analytical and creative approach to managing projects

Industry practitioners will deliver lectures on key topics and there are also work-based opportunities.

In every business, and in every industry, effective project management is essential. Project managers plan and organise resources and people to ensure projects finish on time, within budget and meet the requirements of the business.

Career prospects

Graduates from University of the West of Scotland will be able to gain employment as project managers in a wide field of organisations such as consultancy firms, construction, manufacturing, events and service organisations. Graduates have found employment in companies such as DXC, SPX Clyde Union as well as Local Authorities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Case Studies in Project Management
Postgraduate Research Methods
Projects in Practice
Sustainability & Organisational Strategy
Project Risk Management
Change Management and Leadership

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-07 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but they will close when they are full; apply early to avoid disappointment.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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78

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should normally possess an Honours bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification.

Your application will also be considered if you posses an Ordinary bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification, plus relevant industrial experience.

Applicants without either of the above may be considered with extensive relevant industrial experience at managerial level.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

15500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15500 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
National

7500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7500 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.

Rest of UK/Ireland: 11750 GBP

Living costs for Paisley

700 - 1400 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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