Program Overview
The Project Management at University of the West of Scotland is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Project Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Paisley, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Project Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Project Management Fundamentals
- Project Methodologies and Technologies
- Plus one or two modules (depending on their credit weighting) from those listed below under the Diploma.
- Postgraduate Diploma
- Risk Management
- Change Management and Leadership
- Case Studies in Project Management
- 1 year/24 months
- 9 months/18 months
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A first degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline from CNAA, a UK university or equivalent institution.
Direct entry to the MSc will require students to have completed a Pg Diploma in an appropriate discipline or equivalent. Entry to the postgraduate programme (other than Masters direct) may be open to holders of an HND or DipHE award in an appropriate discipline, or a professional qualification accepted as of equivalent status and usually at least three years\xc2\x92 relevant experience.
Candidates without formal qualifications who possess extensive professional experience may also be admitted to the programme. Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.The programme is available to EU and overseas students (full-time only). Overseas students must meet UWS English language requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 3,400 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months