Taught course

Engineering Project Management (Learning at Work)

Institution
University of Portsmouth · Learning at Work
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

A degree or equivalent. Other qualifications such as HNDs and Foundation degrees, supported by several years of relevant post-qualification experience in responsible posts, may also be acceptable. Applicants are usually working at a professional level. If you do not hold a level 6 qualification you may be required to present evidence of your ability to study at level 6.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Overview

Do you want to boost your career prospects by studying for an engineering project management Master's degree alongside your current job?

On this MSc Engineering Project Management Learning at Work Master's course, you'll tailor your learning to suit your professional and personal development aspirations, and gain the skills required to further your engineering career, at a time when engineering skills are in high-demand – and many exciting, well-paid careers are available, both in the UK and overseas.

Because the course is work-based, you need to already be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role. If you don't have an undergraduate degree, you could still do this postgraduate course if you have several years experience in a responsible position or you have high-level skills through experience that isn't reflected in your qualifications.

Our courses are designed for busy people. You can tailor the course to match your aspirations and your employer's objectives, and negotiate the pace of your studies around your existing commitments. Your work-based projects have flexibility in their submission deadlines, and with no residential requirements you can study wherever is most convenient for you.

You'll get to put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job, contributing to the success of your company. When you complete the course, you'll improve your career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in your job.

Course highlights

  • Choose modules and study topics that match your personal and professional goals, as well as your employer's objectives
  • Develop your ability to analyse problems, research and propose solutions, and make sound professional judgements when faced with the organisational, financial and management aspects of a business
  • Take part in work-based learning (WBL) projects that form part of your daily workload, which ensures that the knowledge you develop applies to your employer's business
  • Get an optional 1-day induction in Portsmouth at the start of the course and study on campus, if it suits you
  • Develop your learning plan with the University and your employer, so you can contribute effectively to your workplace as you learn
  • Have full access to our student support services and community, including study support, sports and recreation facilities, and the Students' Union
  • Tap in to our Library's electronic resources, which you can access from anywhere with a Web connection
  • Choose a Workplace Mentor to support your learning – someone at work who can offer advice, guidance, and moral support
  • Have support from an academic tutor specialising in your area of study and a University learning manager who oversees your programme
  • Use online tutorials and lectures to help you with study skills, including your analytical and writing skills

Fees and funding

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/masters-and-postgraduate-taught/fees-and-funding

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    flexible
    36 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Learning at Work
Email
learningatwork@port.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)23 9284 6260