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Coventry University
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Master's in Construction Project and Cost Management
Master's in Construction Project and Cost Management
Built for ambitious construction professionals ready to take the next step in their career
Step into leadership and specialist roles across the construction industry. Earn a British-accredited MSc in Construction Project and Cost Management, studied part-time and fully online with Coventry University.
Programme overview
Programme overview
Learning format
100% online, with tutor-led live sessions, on-demand materials and support from academics and industry professionals
Learning format
100% online, with tutor-led live sessions, on-demand materials and support from academics and industry professionals
Curriculum focus
Project delivery, cost and financial management, procurement, contract law, building information modelling (BIM) and sustainable construction
Curriculum focus
Project delivery, cost and financial management, procurement, contract law, building information modelling (BIM) and sustainable construction
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Duration
Approx. 24 months, flexible and self-paced
Professional fit
For professionals in architecture, engineering, surveying and facilities management moving into leadership and specialist roles
Professional fit
For professionals in architecture, engineering, surveying and facilities management moving into leadership and specialist roles
Assessment approach
Coursework, reports, presentations, group work and exams, plus an independent research project — methods vary by module
Assessment approach
Coursework, reports, presentations, group work and exams, plus an independent research project — methods vary by module
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
Support and community
Access to academic guidance, wellbeing and career support, and a connected learning community of peers
About Coventry University
About Coventry University
Awards and rankings
Awards and rankings
5
QS Stars
QS Stars
for Teaching and Employability
QS Stars University Ratings
Top 100
Top 100
in World for
in World for
'international outlook'
THE World University Rankings 2025
Ranked 4th
Ranked 4th
for Overall Satisfaction
for Overall Satisfaction
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2025
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Construction Project and Cost Management without stepping away from your life
Earn a British-accredited MSc in Construction Project and Cost Management without stepping away from your life
Our online Construction Project and Cost Management MSc gives you the freedom to study while you keep working. Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it combines academic rigour with self-paced learning, so you build advanced project and cost management skills while balancing work and life.
Our online Construction Project and Cost Management MSc gives you the freedom to study while you keep working. Delivered 100% online by Coventry University, it combines academic rigour with self-paced learning, so you build advanced project and cost management skills while balancing work and life.
The thoughtful balance
The thoughtful balance
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus can mean pausing your career, your income and the projects you want to lead
Traditional master’s degrees require a full-time commitment
Returning to campus can mean pausing your career, your income and the projects you want to lead
Some online courses can feel disconnected from industry
While convenient, but many lack the interaction and real-world focus that make construction learning worthwhile
Some online courses can feel isolating
While convenient, but many lack the interaction and real-world focus that make construction learning worthwhile
Coventry University's MSc in Construction Project and Cost Management brings both together
Coventry University's MSc in Construction Project and Cost Management brings both together
Study part-time and 100% online in a community of working professionals, guided by academics with active industry research.
Study part-time and 100% online in a community of working professionals, guided by academics with active industry research.
British-accredited master’s
British-accredited master’s
A British master's accredited by The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), recognised worldwide
A British master's accredited by The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), recognised worldwide
Designed for working professionals
Designed for working professionals
Study online while you continue your career, alongside a cohort of fellow industry professionals
Study online while you continue your career, alongside a cohort of fellow industry professionals
Industry-designed curriculum
Industry-designed curriculum
Content shaped by industry experts, covering modern methods of construction, building information modelling (BIM) and off-site manufacturing
Content shaped by industry experts, covering modern methods of construction, building information modelling (BIM) and off-site manufacturing
Global community of learners
Global community of learners
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry’s online learning platform
Connect with peers, academics and professionals from around the world through Coventry’s online learning platform
Flexible, self-paced study
Flexible, self-paced study
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Choose a learning rhythm that fits your life, with full support from tutors and mentors
Dedicated academic support
Dedicated academic support
Get guidance on research, writing and wellbeing from experienced academics throughout your course
Get guidance on research, writing and wellbeing from experienced academics throughout your course
What you will study
What you will study
The MSc is made up of five core modules that take you from project strategy and cost management through to contract law and an independent research project:
The MSc is made up of five core modules that take you from project strategy and cost management through to contract law and an independent research project:
Strategic Management and Stakeholder Integration – 30 credits
Strategic Management and Stakeholder Integration – 30 credits
Construction Innovation, Digitalisation and Sustainability – 30 credits
Construction Innovation, Digitalisation and Sustainability – 30 credits
Construction Law and Contract Practice Procedures – 30 credits
Construction Law and Contract Practice Procedures – 30 credits
Construction Procurement and Cost, Finance Management – 30 credits
Construction Procurement and Cost, Finance Management – 30 credits
Research Project – 60 credits
Research Project – 60 credits
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
UK and International
To get started with our online Construction Project and Cost Management MSc, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
UK and International
To get started with our online Construction Project and Cost Management MSc, applicants should have a 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline. We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Ready to take the next step?
Ready to take the next step?
If you're ready to advance your career in construction and take charge of projects from start to finish, this MSc is for you.
Learn online, part-time and flexibly with Coventry University.
Learn about the programme structure, fees, and schedule
Careers and opportunities
Careers and opportunities
Whether you are looking to step into a leadership role, choose a specialisation or expand your professional portfolio, our postgraduate construction management degrees could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Whether you are looking to step into a leadership role, choose a specialisation or expand your professional portfolio, our postgraduate construction management degrees could be the right fit for you. Possible career paths:
Architecture
Architecture
Engineering
Engineering
Legal practitioner
Legal practitioner
Surveying
Surveying
Independent construction management
Independent construction management
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
The career destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
Accreditation and professional recognition
Accreditation and professional recognition
This course is accredited and recognised by the following body:
This course is accredited and recognised by the following body:
The Chartered Institute of Building
The Chartered Institute of Building
This course is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) for intakes up to and including 2029, having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Graduates of this course will be eligible for full academic exemption when applying for Chartered Membership (MCIOB) without the requirement for an Individual Assessment.
To achieve Chartered status, applicants must also demonstrate three to five years of relevant professional experience and meet the CIOB's membership requirements. Additional application processes and fees may apply. CIOB sets requirements, which are subject to change. Please check the CIOB website for full details and the most up-to-date information.
How you will learn
How you will learn
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Our 100% online courses offer the same top-quality modules as on-campus
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Your learning activities are available on-demand through our innovative social learning platform, so that you can learn at the best time and location for you
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Enjoy 24/7 access to electronic resources, including thousands of books, e-journals and newspapers
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
Receive guidance from a tutor who will lead live sessions (recorded for those unable to attend) to support and add depth to your learning
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
The tutor will be available for further support through email and the learning platform
Assessment
Assessment
Your Construction Project and Cost Management MSc will be assessed using a variety of methods, which vary depending on the module.
Your Construction Project and Cost Management MSc will be assessed using a variety of methods, which vary depending on the module.
Assessment methods may include:
Assessment methods may include:
formal examinations
formal examinations
phase tests
phase tests
essays
essays
group work
group work
presentations
presentations
reports
reports
coursework
coursework
exams
exams
individual assignments
individual assignments
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Who is this course for?
Professionals working in construction or building management
Architects, engineers and surveyors moving into leadership
Those preparing for a project or cost management leadership role
Career-ready professionals building on industry experience
Who is this course for?
Professionals working in construction or building management
Architects, engineers and surveyors moving into leadership
Those preparing for a project or cost management leadership role
Career-ready professionals building on industry experience
Fees and funding
Fees and funding
Course fee: ₹7,37,000 ₹13,40,000 (45% Off)
For a limited time, save an additional 5% — pay just ₹6,70,000.
Please note: The 50% tuition fee reduction is available to eligible students from India.
To learn more or check your eligibility, please reach out to our admissions team.
Flexible Plans
Flexible Plans
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
Pay in 3 equal instalments spread across 12 months
or
or
One-Time Payment Option
One-Time Payment Option
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Settle your full course fee upfront with ease
Fees terms
Fees terms
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Regionalised pricing and discounts
Disclaimers
Disclaimers
Why study this course
Why study this course
This Construction Project and Cost Management MSc is a well-established UK degree, designed to give you the depth and rigour you need for career development, reflection and networking in the construction sector.
This Construction Project and Cost Management MSc is a well-established UK degree, designed to give you the depth and rigour you need for career development, reflection and networking in the construction sector.
Professional accreditation
Professional accreditation
Practical, industry-relevant learning
Practical, industry-relevant learning
Expert teaching staff
Expert teaching staff
Industry connections and experience
Industry connections and experience
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Enquiry form
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