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MSc Construction Project Management

The minimum academic entry requirement for this Master's course is an Upper Second Class (2:1) UK honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject, such as the built environment, relevant engineering, science or management disciplines.

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As there is high demand for this course we operate a  staged admissions process  with selection deadlines throughout the year. Please find more information in our  Application and Selection section.

If you are made an offer, in order to confirm your place you will be required to make a deposit payment of £1,000 on or before the deadline date stated in your offer letter.

Please note, refunds are only given for a limited number of reasons, see our page on  Acceptance deposits  for more information.

The MSc in Construction Project Management prepares students for a professional role in the management of construction projects by providing students with an understanding of both the people-related and technical requirements necessary for the successful management of projects, as well as their organisational and strategic aspects.  The course enables theoretical and conceptual exploration of construction project management issues whilst also stressing the essential practical aspects such as project control mechanisms, resource management, budgeting and cost management, stakeholder management, contract management, IT applications and information management.

Engagement with important and emerging construction industry issues is built into course Unit learning and exam activities; the core Construction Project Management Professional Practice unit being delivered in partnership with industry partner organisations so that students are exposed to the challenging and exciting environment of contemporary civil engineering and construction projects.

The MSc in Construction Project Management is accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is listed by the Joint Board of Moderators (JMB) as being an Approved Further Learning Scheme for Chartered Engineer status.

Manchester Engineering Campus Development (MECD), the University of Manchester's new  £400m purpose built home for engineering and material science , is nearing completion. The physical move to the new development is scheduled to take place between January 2022 and December 2022. Whilst it is anticipated there may be some disruption due to power shutdowns, areas of buildings closing and reduced access during the period of the move, extensive plans are in place to ensure there is minimal interference and excellent student experience remains pivotal. If you have any questions about how the move may affect you, please contact  mop.admissions@manchester.ac.uk  

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, we have suspended all on-campus open days until further notice. However, please do take a look at the information and recordings from our most recent Virtual Open Week  to find out more about The University and our courses.

We would also encourage you to have a look at our department's virtual tour or to get in touch with us if you have questions about our MSc courses.

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2023, the tuition fees are as follows:

Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.

All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).

We offer a number of postgraduate taught scholarships and awards to outstanding UK and international students each year.

The University of Manchester is committed to widening participation in master's study, and allocates £300,000 in funding each year. Our  Manchester Master's Bursaries  are aimed at widening access to master's courses by removing barriers to postgraduate education for students from underrepresented groups.

For more information, see the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering  Fees and Funding  page or visit the University of Manchester  funding for master's courses  website for more information.

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‘Always-On’ Workplaces Have Become a Major Cause of Stress

Around three-quarters of millennials and Gen Zs say that both their workload and poor work-life balance are contributing significantly to their stress levels, with many stuck in “always-on” workplaces, according to a recently published Deloitte survey.

The study also found that nearly half of all Gen Zs and over a third of millennials report being stressed and anxious “all or most of the time,” with many finding it difficult to disconnect from the trials and tribulations of their job.

Although more companies are offering remote or flexible working arrangements than ever before thanks to the availability of video conferencing and project management platforms, the ability to work from anywhere seems to be taking its toll on the mental health of a lot of young workers.

Deloitte’s Gen Z and Millennial survey — which features responses from 22,000 individuals working in 44 countries — found both millennials and Gen Zs are struggling to step away from the pressures and problems of their working lives and switch off for the day.

69% of Millennials and 70% of Gen Zs respond to emails outside of work hours at least once a week, while almost a fifth of Gen Zs (23%) and almost a third of millennials (30%) are sending emails after work hours at least five days a week.

Deloitte also found that “Gen Zs and millennials are reporting increasingly high levels of burnout due to work-related pressures,” compounded by the cost-of-living fears and caregiving responsibilities for older relatives.

Deloitte’s survey found that both internal and external pressures play a key role in stoking the “always-on” mentality — as does a simple inability to just disconnect.

Emails coming from supervisors were cited by 30% of “always-on” Gen Zs and Millennials as the “main reason” for answering emails after work, while 22% of Gen Zs and 19% of millennials respectively admitted it was an effort to enhance their career opportunities.

Over a fifth (21%) of both demographics put it down to general work anxiety, and a debilitating inability to detach from the stresses of the work day.

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It goes without saying that “always-on” workplaces aren’t healthy for employees, and they don’t tend to be particularly productive or innovative places, either.

Along with the insights discussed above, Deloitte’s survey found that 36% of Gen Zs and 30% of millennials report being exhausted or low energy while at work, and 35% of the former demographic and 28% of the latter say they’re “mentally distanced” from their jobs.

Evidently, young employees are finding it difficult to disconnect and struggling to truly switch off — so they may need some prompting to do so.

With companies laying off staff left, right, and center, it’s no wonder many are feeling like they have to go above and beyond to prove their worth — even if it's at the expense of their own mental and physical health.

On the contrary, staff should be both regularly and enthusiastically encouraged to take breaks when they need to, including paid time off and mental health sick days. All staff must be provided with health & well-being resources too, coupled with a concerted effort to reduce stigma around seeking help internally — which often leaves them under-utilized.

Putting staff health first is vital. When businesses end up doing so, they tend to see better results.