This postgraduate course in Design Management has been developed to enable you to professionally and knowledgeably manage the design process from inception through to completion and beyond.

In the Engineering, Architecture and Construction sector, the number of stakeholders, design and construction teams, and sub-contractors is diverse. Managing projects within these sectors demands accurate communication, continuous collaboration and seamless data exchange between these segmented parties. It is suitable for architects, construction and property professionals and other related disciplines. 

Developed in close collaboration with industry, our MSc Design Management is continually kept up to date with world-wide developments and professionally focused content in areas such as:

•        Innovations in design process management

•        3D Modelling

•        Project Data Modelling

•        Building Information Modelling (BIM)

By developing the managerial, technical and interpersonal skills necessary for the management of complex design processes this course enables you to meet the challenge of pursuing your personal and career objectives. Ensuring that on completion of this course you will understand and be able to strategically manage the people, processes and infrastructure associated with the design management process.

Stage 1

• Design Management
• Sustainable Development
• Design Management Project 1
• Digital Design

Exit Award: PgCert Design Management

Stage 2

• Information Management in Construction and Property
• Commercial Project Management
• Design Management Project 2

Exit Award: PgDip Design Management

Stage 3

• Design Management Dissertation

Award: MSc Design Management

The distance learning Design Management course is a fully on-line course with no attendance on campus other than to attend examinations (Examinations can also be taken locally at the student’s expense). The course is presented via our Virtual Learning Environment (CampusMoodle).

The CampusMoodle infrastructure provides a virtual classroom to deliver the equivalent of on-campus face-to-face staff ­student contact. The learning experience is enhanced through the provision of core reading, supplementary notes, reading lists, case study materials, web links, video footage, synchronous and asynchronous interaction and discussions.  Additionally commercial systems such as Skype are employed to hold online tutorials, guest presentations, virtual site visits and interviews. 

Applicants should have a good Undergraduate Honours degree. Consideration will also be given to students with extensive professional experience.

All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either IELTS 6.5 or equivalent in TOEFL, prior to receiving an unconditional offer of a place on the course.

The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

Payment Plan – Distance Learning

All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change. Published fees apply to the course's mode of delivery.

Applications for admission to postgraduate courses should be made online directly to the University's Admissions Office online at www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline.

If you prefer to apply on paper, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Office to request that an application be posted out to you.

If you have any queries, please contact our Admissions Office on +44 (0) 1224 262132 or email postgraduateadmissions@rgu.ac.uk

When you graduate from the course you will be one of the most sought after and well remunerated Graduates. You will acquire the most up to date managerial skills in an emerging and innovative specialism that puts you in a strategic position of leadership for either career advancement or a new career. Presently, a differential exists between the supply and demand for Design Managers in the UK and worldwide. Graduates can choose to work in a number of related fields including the Built Environment, Civil and Heavy Engineering as well as the oil and Gas sector. Employment prospects, nationally and internationally, are currently excellent.

The course provides a vocational experience that equips candidates to meet the challenge of pursuing, with professionalism, flexibility and resourcefulness, their personal objectives in the following areas:

• Design Management
• Project Data Management
• Consultancy and Research in the Built Environment 

Assessment is done through CW consisting of reports, research projects and small tasks all on Campus Moodle.

Tahar Kouider is the course leader for Design Management. Tahar has worked as an Architect both in the UK and Internationally.