The MSc Project Management is suitable for those already in the profession as well as those at the start of their career.

This masters degree in project management is designed to meet the needs of a range of disciplines such as engineering, business, health, IT and energy in all sectors of the economy, developing critical thinking and practice in both industry specific and international approaches to project management. Overall, this course provides:

• A rich experience across all disciplines e.g. projects based on real sector projects and genuine contexts
• The ability to specialise within your own project management area
• A wider perspective of the project management landscape
• Flexibility of study and high quality delivery

It can be studied either full-time (on-campus) or part-time distance learning. Entry to the course is in September (for both modes of study) and in January (distance learning mode only).

The distance learning mode in Project Management is delivered online through CampusMoodle, where you will have access to the same teaching material as on-campus students.

Stage 1

• Project Fundamentals
• Project Organisation and Behaviour
• Project Planning and Control
• Commercial Realities for Project Management

Exit Award: PgCert Project Management

Stage 2

• Risk and Safety Management
• Project Strategy and Leadership
• Professional Body of Knowledge for Project Management
• Plus 1 module from:
  • Quality and Environmental Management Systems
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Finance for Managers
  • Contemporary Public Service
  • Financing Public Services
  • Software Project Engineering
  • Economics and Asset Management*
  • Managing Change

Exit Award: PgDiploma Project Management

Stage 3

• Technical Implementation Team Project
• Individual Project*

Award: MSc Project Management

*This module is not yet available to view.

Applicants will require a good honours degree. Those who do not possess an honours degree but have a degree or degree equivalent qualification and work experience at a suitable level within an organisation for an appropriate length of time, will be considered. Qualifications from an approved professional body will also be taken into account.

If you do not meet the requirements and are a non-graduate with experience in business/management insufficient to justify exemption, you may wish to consider access to the course via the Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

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

English Language Requirements

Our innovative degree was the first to receive full accreditation by the Association for Project Management. The course is also accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.

Aberdeen Business School is also recognised by the PMI® as a Global Registered Education Provider. Registered Education Providers (R.E.P.s) are organisations approved by PMI® to offer project management training for Professional Development Units (PDU). Professional accreditation and membership with PMI® adds exceptional credibility and career opportunities.

More information on funding for postgraduate students can be seen under Postgraduate Student Finance and also on the SAAS website. 

All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.

All students can apply online by visiting Apply Online.

If you have any queries, please contact our Admissions Office: 

• Email PGOffice@rgu.ac.uk

If you are an International Student and would like further information and application advice:

• Complete our International Enquiries form
• Call 0044 1224 262726
• Email international@rgu.ac.uk