MSc Project Management at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

A masters in project management combining practical skills development with contemporary industry knowledge, with an optional placement year. Students gain experience of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban, leadership and financial management, and sustainable project management, and finish with a capstone project.

Faculty: Plymouth Business School | Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time route available; optional placement year extends to two years) | Intake: January or September | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Managing People and Finance, Project Management Methodologies, Tools and Techniques, Agile Project Management, Sustainable Project Management, and a Capstone Project (original research, an organisational consultancy project, or a new business, product or service concept). An optional Master's End of Programme Placement is available.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates to manage complex projects across a wide range of sectors, with industry links including Babcock and learning through case studies, live client briefs and industry-focused projects.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normal minimum entry is a 2:2 honours degree in any discipline or an equivalent professional qualification. Candidates without a first degree or with a third-class or pass degree may be considered on the basis of previous work experience or relevant training. Applications include evidence of qualifications, a personal statement of about 250-400 words, a CV including relevant professional or voluntary experience, and proof of sponsorship if applicable. International applicants need IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time; excludes optional placement year fees Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time; excludes optional placement year fees Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 1 year

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