Project Management

Entry requirements

This is a conversion course targeted at students who do not have an undergraduate background in Business Management.

To be eligible, you must attain a 2:2 in an undergraduate degree, in a cognate discipline.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Our Project Management MSc gives you robust training in project management fundamentals, models, tools, and techniques, while integrating key elements of data analytics and big data systems. You will develop the technical and professional capabilities needed to become a well‑rounded and future‑focused project manager.

Designed to bridge theory and practice, the programme equips you with the skills and experience employers value most. Developed in collaboration with industry partners and business specialists, it emphasises real‑world application through practical projects, professional engagement, and hands‑on learning. You will work with practitioners, participate in industry‑led workshops, and take on live project challenges, with opportunities to pursue additional sector‑recognised qualifications.

Industry collaboration is central to this programme. We are establishing strong links with the manufacturing, engineering, aerospace and construction sectors, creating opportunities for experts to contribute to teaching and guest lectures. This gives you valuable insight into current industry practice and emerging challenges.

You will also benefit from networking events, site visits, and project‑based learning delivered directly by industry partners. Working as part of a project team, you will interact with organisations, build professional relationships, and explore potential career pathways.

By the time you complete the programme, you will have mastered the full project lifecycle, from initiation, planning and budgeting, to risk management, time management, execution, monitoring and evaluation, ensuring you graduate ready to lead projects confidently and effectively in a range of professional environments.

Why Project Management at Swansea?

The School of Management is accredited by AACSB International, the world’s largest business education association. This global accreditation recognises excellence in business education and connects us with leading business schools, organisations, and learners worldwide.

As an MSc Project Management student, you will study in our School of Management building on the beautiful Bay Campus. You will have access to a wide network of industry and business experts who contribute to the programme through masterclasses, guest lectures, and industry visits, giving you valuable industry‑focused insights and experience.

You will also be taught by our world‑class academic staff, who bring extensive industry and research expertise into the classroom.

As a result, the School is ranked:

• 147th in the world for Business & Management Studies
  (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026)

Demand for skilled project management professionals continues to grow across sectors. Graduates of this programme will be well positioned for diverse career opportunities in industries ranging from engineering and construction to manufacturing, technology, and professional services.

Your Project Management Experience

You will study in the School of Management’s sector‑leading facilities, benefiting from expertise in big data, analytics, and applied project management. Teaching is delivered by academics with industry experience who produce internationally recognised research. You will also have opportunities to engage with the School’s research groups in strategy, operations management, project management, and business modelling, including financial and strategic planning.

This master’s degree equips you with the essential skills for planning, executing, and managing projects effectively. You will develop advanced analytical and technical capabilities using tools and techniques relevant across a wide range of industries. The programme promotes strategic thinking, leadership, and team‑based skills to prepare you for success in professional project environments.

You will benefit from guest lectures, live project collaborations, and dissertation partnerships with organisations such as Tata Steel, Siemens, the NHS, and regional enterprises. These activities provide authentic project experience and valuable networking opportunities. The programme embeds employability throughout, offering real‑world briefs, industry interaction, and tailored support for both recent graduates and experienced professionals.