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    Construction and Project Management Higher Level Apprenticeship MSc
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    Construction and Project Management Higher Level Apprenticeship MSc

    Queen's University Belfast

    Queen's University Belfast

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    United Kingdom, Belfast

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Part Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines8-Jan-2024
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    Duration 2 year(s)
    Next Intake 8-Jan-2024

    Construction and Project Management Higher Level Apprenticeship MSc

    About

    These programmes have been designed to:

    Develop the intellectual, practical and professional skills of the learner in the critical acquisition, analysis, interpretation and understanding of the management of construction projects and organisations

    Apply appropriate theoretical and practical management methods in the analysis and solution of design, engineering and construction problems

    Develop a holistic approach to the planning, monitoring and control of construction projects by integrating the technical knowledge of design, engineering and construction with financial, legal, IT, commercial leadership and managerial skills of business administration in the management of simple to complex projects through their various stages from inception, feasibility, strategy, design, construction, commissioning and into maintenance; and in construction organisations; e.g. construction economics and finance, strategic management, information systems, construction law, international construction markets and competitive advantage

    Develop critical and analytical problem-solving skills across a broad range of subjects and transferable skills that relate to literacy, numeracy, computing, teamwork, group work, and personal presentations and interactions to prepare graduates for more general employment


    ABOUT YOU

    The HLA is a work / study programme so you will already be in employment, or have a firm offer of employment from a company in the construction sector which supports your application.

    You could be: a civil engineer, architect, planner, commercial manager, M&E Services Engineer, Environmental Manager/Engineer, lawyer, an archaeologist, or any other construction related discipline.

    You could have been in work for a while already: some of our previous students have been many years into their career when they join us.

    WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

    The course’s primary focus is on project management, which will give you the chance to take your career forward in any industry, not just in construction.

    We teach the principles of project management – the distinct discipline of working to agreed deadlines, starts and finishes on a given project project – with an awareness of the global challenges facing the industry, not least the need to make construction sustainable.

    WHAT'S INVOLVED

    Through guest lecturers, case studies and optional site visits, you’ll get an insight into how industrial companies work. Our graduates have been well received by local, national and international companies.


    This course is subject to renewal approval by DfE.

    Course DetailsThe course content gives theoretical and practical coverage across a wide variety of topics:

    COMPULSORY MODULES

    Procurement Contract Administration and Law (20 CATS)
    Procurement, contract administration and the understanding of contract law is one of the 'keystone skills' for Project Management. This module provides an understanding of construction procurement and contract routes, and contract and tort law, and their application within the construction context.

    Project Management, Planning and Control (20 CATS)
    This module aims to enhance student awareness of developments in the field of construction project management coordination emphasising the wide range of demands made on construction professionals as managers and the skills required to programme, monitor and control various aspects of a construction project from inception to completion.

    Research Methods for Managers (10 CATS)
    The module deals with principles of BIM and construction management research from the formulation of research questions, hypothesis and objectives, through literature review, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, to presentation of data and report writing.

    Project Planning for Sustainability (20 CATS)
    The need for infrastructure to be sustainable is one of the driving factors behind project planning, design, construction and operation. This module aims to enhance student awareness of developments in the field of sustainable project development and construction including the need for a connected approach to economic, social and environmental sustainability.

    Construction Economics & Construction Finance (20 CATS)
    This module will cover both construction finances and construction economics. The ability to understand and manage finances is essential to a project manager in any field. We will examine some of the issues and tools used in financial management. We will also build an awareness of the wider global economic context within which construction operates.

    Organisations, People & Leadership (10 CATS)
    This module is designed to equip students to efficiently lead and manage in various leadership positions within the structure of any organisation. Instead of having weekly lectures, the class will be taught in small groups over four all-day sessions.

    OPTIONAL MODULES

    Building Information Modelling in Practice (10 CATS)
    This module is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles of BIM implementation in practice, particularly in relation to the utilisation of intelligent 3D models. It explores the standards and processes that help to govern the huge range of information generated by the diverse teams who must collaborate to make BIM a success.

    Emerging Digital Technology (10 CATS)
    This module explores the new technologies which are emerging in the field of BIM and Digital Construction, examining the potential of technology to disrupt the construction industry.

    Facilities Management & Asset Management (10 CATS)
    This module looks at the practical management of both facilities and infrastructure assets, for example dealing with sustainability, building performance, and evaluation of the physical, environmental and health and safety aspects.

    Construction Law 2 (10 CATS)
    This module covers dispute resolution in construction, including mediation, arbitration and adjudication. This module ties closely with Procurement, Contract Administration and Law, and Project Management Planning and Control.

    RESEARCH MODULE

    Individual Research Project (Dissertation) (60 CATS)
    For the Dissertation, students are required to undertake an independent research project, producing a written dissertation focusing on a particular issue within the realm of construction project management.

    Course Structure

    Students may enrol on a full-time or part-time basis.

    The programme is delivered on Mondays and Fridays for full time delivery and 1 day per-week for part time students (Monday for first year, Friday for second year). Modules (including Dissertation) totalling 180 CATS points are included in the programme.

    Lectures are delivered by industry orientated lecturers and external experts within the field of Project Management. Assessment is undertaken through coursework and presentations

    Course DetailsThe course content gives theoretical and practical coverage across a wide variety of topics:

    COMPULSORY MODULES

    Procurement Contract Administration and Law (20 CATS)
    Procurement, contract administration and the understanding of contract law is one of the 'keystone skills' for Project Management. This module provides an understanding of construction procurement and contract routes, and contract and tort law, and their application within the construction context.

    Project Management, Planning and Control (20 CATS)
    This module aims to enhance student awareness of developments in the field of construction project management coordination emphasising the wide range of demands made on construction professionals as managers and the skills required to programme, monitor and control various aspects of a construction project from inception to completion.

    Research Methods for Managers (10 CATS)
    The module deals with principles of BIM and construction management research from the formulation of research questions, hypothesis and objectives, through literature review, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, to presentation of data and report writing.

    Project Planning for Sustainability (20 CATS)
    The need for infrastructure to be sustainable is one of the driving factors behind project planning, design, construction and operation. This module aims to enhance student awareness of developments in the field of sustainable project development and construction including the need for a connected approach to economic, social and environmental sustainability.

    Construction Economics & Construction Finance (20 CATS)
    This module will cover both construction finances and construction economics. The ability to understand and manage finances is essential to a project manager in any field. We will examine some of the issues and tools used in financial management. We will also build an awareness of the wider global economic context within which construction operates.

    Organisations, People & Leadership (10 CATS)
    This module is designed to equip students to efficiently lead and manage in various leadership positions within the structure of any organisation. Instead of having weekly lectures, the class will be taught in small groups over four all-day sessions.

    OPTIONAL MODULES

    Building Information Modelling in Practice (10 CATS)
    This module is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles of BIM implementation in practice, particularly in relation to the utilisation of intelligent 3D models. It explores the standards and processes that help to govern the huge range of information generated by the diverse teams who must collaborate to make BIM a success.

    Emerging Digital Technology (10 CATS)
    This module explores the new technologies which are emerging in the field of BIM and Digital Construction, examining the potential of technology to disrupt the construction industry.

    Facilities Management & Asset Management (10 CATS)
    This module looks at the practical management of both facilities and infrastructure assets, for example dealing with sustainability, building performance, and evaluation of the physical, environmental and health and safety aspects.

    Construction Law 2 (10 CATS)
    This module covers dispute resolution in construction, including mediation, arbitration and adjudication. This module ties closely with Procurement, Contract Administration and Law, and Project Management Planning and Control.

    RESEARCH MODULE

    Individual Research Project (Dissertation) (60 CATS)
    For the Dissertation, students are required to undertake an independent research project, producing a written dissertation focusing on a particular issue within the realm of construction project management.

    People teaching you

    Dr Faris Elghaish
    Lecturer

    SNBE
    Email: [email protected]

    Dr Hector Martin
    Lecturer

    SNBE

    Dr Tara Brooks
    Lecturer

    SNBE

    Dr Xianhai Meng
    Lecturer

    SNBE

    Teaching Times

    12 weeks/semester. Lectures Mon 13.00 - 19.30 and Fri 12.00 - 18.30, plus additional study & group work. One module needs 4 full days attendance in consecutive weeks, but with scheduling flexibility.

    Career Prospects

    Introduction
    There are excellent career opportunities for our graduates as project managers, contract managers, design managers, project architects, project engineers, planners, etc., within project management consultants, construction companies, property developers and government agencies, amongst others.
    Graduates are also well prepared for PhD research, which may lead to careers in research establishments and universities

    Many Higher Level Apprentices take this course to aid their career progression. This course will equip you with the management skills you will need to advance your career to the next level.

    Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability, while innovative leadership and executive programmes alongside sterling integration with business experts helps our students gain key leadership positions both nationally and internationally.

    Employment after the Course
    WHERE COULD YOU BE IN FIVE YEARS TIME?

    You could be anywhere in the world as a project manager with any of the major design, project management or construction consultants.

    Countries such as India, China, Canada and the GCC countries are investing heavily in their infrastructure – with trillions of dollars of investment planned over the next few years - and they need project managers like you to make it happen.
    http://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/

    Learning and Teaching

    WHO WILL BE TEACHING YOU?

    A small core of tutors with decades of academic and industrial experience.

    The Programme Director is Dr Stephen McIlwaine, he is a Chartered Engineer with almost 30 years of experience in the planning and implementation of infrastructure projects in number of countries, mostly outside the UK, with a focus on environmental management and sustainability of construction projects.



    ENVIRONMENT
    You will be taught in a class of around 90 if you’re a full-time student, alongside students from a wide variety of disciplinary backgrounds and experience from all over the world - places like India, Nigeria, China, Vietnam and Egypt, as well as from the UK, Ireland and Europe. Our teaching starts around mid day as we know some of you will need to take time off work to attend classes. You’ll have the beautiful new Graduate School at your disposal as well as the facilities within the School

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    Assessment

    Assessments associated with the course are outlined below:

    Methods of assessment will comprise a combination of individual written and technical assignments, group reports, student presentations, and role-play exercises.

    Group coursework will also include group presentations to a judging panel. Individual coursework may, where required, be further presented at a panel Q&A session

    MSc students who have achieved a minimum of 50 per cent in the compulsory modules and an average of 50 per cent or above overall in the taught programme, are required to undertake an individual research project and submit a dissertation to complete the programme. This dissertation must be passed at 50 per cent for the award of the MSc.

    Students who achieve an overall average for their taught modules and dissertation in the range 60 per cent to 69 per cent will be awarded a Commendation. Students who achieve an average of 65 per cent or above in the taught programme and 70 per cent or more for the dissertation, with an overall average of 70 per cent or more, will be awarded a Distinction.

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    Entry Requirements

    Postgraduate Entry Requirements

    The application procedure varies for undergraduate and postgraduate students, so we publish separate information for each. You'll also need to be able to provide evidence of a specified level of ability in the English language.

    Entry to graduate diploma or taught Masters programmes usually requires either a UK upper second-class (2:1) or a lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree. For most courses, your major subject or content of your Bachelor degree may also be considered. Please check our Course Finder for exact entry requirements.

    The comparable Jordanian qualifications are as follows:

    UK Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1)

    A four-year Bachelor degree awarded by a recognised University, with an average of 70% or GPA 3.0/4.

    UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2)

    A four-year Bachelor degree awarded by a recognised University, with an average of 65% or GPA 2.8/4.

    Supporting Documentation

    When submitting your application, please ensure that you upload copies of official transcripts for completed programmes as well as those currently in progress. Degree award certificates for programmes already complete should also be provided.

    Borderline Cases

    Sometimes, it may be possible to exercise flexibility in the case of applicants who have completed their degree with slightly lower grades than those outlined in their offer letter. In these cases, the decision will be at the discretion of the Academic Selector.

    On completion of your degree, please forward a copy of your official transcript and award certificate to [email protected] confirm the award of your qualification and the overall grade. Unfortunately we cannot advise you further until we receive this documentation.

    INTO Queen's Preparation Courses

    If you are interested in Computing, Finance and Management courses, but do not meet the entry requirements, you may wish to consider a a pre-masters Graduate Diploma offered by INTO Queen's.

    PhD Study

    Students interested in undertaking a PhD at Queen’s University need good grades in their Bachelor and Masters degree programmes awarded by a recognised university, in addition to a strong research proposal.

    How to Apply

    Applications for Postgraduate Taught Masters and PhD programmes must be made using the University's online application system. There is no application fee to apply for Postgraduate programmes.

    All Masters degree programmes at Queen’s begin in September each year.

    Postgraduate research programmes can begin at different times throughout the academic year. The start date has to be agreed with your PhD supervisor.

    Applications should be submitted online via the Postgraduate Applications Portal for admission to the vast majority of postgraduate programmes.

    More information on how to apply for postgraduate programmes.

    English Program Requirements

    Applicants will normally need to demonstrate a level of English equivalent to 6.5 IELTS or 90 TOEFL IBT (Internet based test). However, some degree programmes have higher or lower requirements (please check individual courses for programme requirements). The full list of acceptable English Language qualifications is available here.

    Improve your English language skills to prepare for further academic study or the level required for your degree.

    Academic English
    For students who need to increase their IELTS level in order to progress to university.

    Pre-sessional English
    For students who are academically qualified and hold an offer from Queen’s but need to improve their English language skills to the level required for their degree.

    Career

    Career Prospects

    Introduction
    There are excellent career opportunities for our graduates as project managers, contract managers, design managers, project architects, project engineers, planners, etc., within project management consultants, construction companies, property developers and government agencies, amongst others.
    Graduates are also well prepared for PhD research, which may lead to careers in research establishments and universities

    Many Higher Level Apprentices take this course to aid their career progression. This course will equip you with the management skills you will need to advance your career to the next level.

    Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability, while innovative leadership and executive programmes alongside sterling integration with business experts helps our students gain key leadership positions both nationally and internationally.

    Employment after the Course
    WHERE COULD YOU BE IN FIVE YEARS TIME?

    You could be anywhere in the world as a project manager with any of the major design, project management or construction consultants.

    Countries such as India, China, Canada and the GCC countries are investing heavily in their infrastructure – with trillions of dollars of investment planned over the next few years - and they need project managers like you to make it happen.
    http://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/

    Additional Awards Gained(QSIS ELEMENT IS EMPTY)

    Prizes and Awards(QSIS ELEMENT IS EMPTY)

    Graduate plus award for extra-curricular skills

    In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised from a world leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Graduate Plus. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.

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    How to Apply

    Apply using our online Postgraduate Applications Portal and follow the step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

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    When to Apply

    The deadline for applications is normally 30th June 2021. In the event that any programme receives a high volume of applications, the university reserves the right to close the application portal earlier than 30th June deadline. Notifications to this effect will appear on the Direct Entry Portal (DAP) against the programme application page.

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    The terms and conditions that apply when you accept an offer of a place at the University on a taught programme of study.
    Queen's University Belfast Terms and Conditions.


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