BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management at Aston University

As a construction project manager, your role in the building sector is essential, managing building projects from conception to completion, using HR and leadership skills to oversee the management of people whilst also optimising costs and ensuring the smooth running of any given project finding solutions to challenges. Join our dynamic Construction Project Management degree, renowned for its dual-accreditation by CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) and RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors). Strong industry connections help secure valuable placements, securing excellent post-graduation job prospects for you after learning on our top-ranked Building degree (1st in the UK for continuation and 5th overall, Complete University Guide 2025).

Faculty: College of Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Duration: 3 or 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (optional/integrated placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year core modules: Introduction to Business Management, Construction Materials, Engineering Surveying, Introductory Programming for Engineering and Physical Sciences, Power Skills, Building Professional Relationships and others. Second year core modules: Construction Quantification and Costing, BIM for Construction, Digital Construction, Health, Safety and Risk Management, Construction Contract Management and Administration, Building and Construction Technology and others. Placement year core modules: Placement Year.

Career pathways

Our construction project management graduates often secure roles with their placement companies. The versatile skills you will gain are even appealing beyond the industry, offering opportunities in finance, logistics, and management.

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