Construction Management

About the course

BSc (Hons) Construction Management focuses on how construction projects are planned, delivered and managed from inception through to completion. You’ll explore the commercial, technical and managerial aspects of construction, alongside sustainability, health and safety, and regulatory frameworks.

This course is designed for students who want to develop the skills needed to manage construction projects and teams effectively, preparing for roles across the built environment sector or further professional study.

Why this course

• Ranked in the top 15% universities in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)

• Top 8 universities in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)

• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in construction management, while gaining professional skills valued across construction, property and infrastructure sectors, including project planning and control, cost management, risk assessment, contract administration and professional communication.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Construction Technology and Methods

• Project Management for Construction

• Quantity Surveying and Cost Control

• Health, Safety and Risk Management

• Sustainable Construction and Professional Practice

How you’ll learn

• Teaching through lectures, seminars, workshops and applied project based learning

• Assessment through coursework, reports, presentations, case studies and group projects

• Academic support through personal tutors, skills development sessions and small group teaching

You’ll also have access to digital learning resources that support independent study and assessment preparation.

Future opportunities

This course prepares you for careers involved in managing construction projects, coordinating teams and overseeing the delivery of built environment developments. You’ll gain skills that are applicable across a wide range of construction and infrastructure contexts.

Example career areas include:

• Construction and project management

• Site and operations management

• Quantity surveying and cost management

• Property development and consultancy

• Health and safety management

The transferable skills developed on this course also support progression into postgraduate study or professional accreditation pathways.

Facilities

You’ll study in learning environments designed to support applied construction and project management learning.

• Teaching spaces equipped for collaborative seminars and group work

• Computer labs with project management and construction software

• Access to digital construction resources and industry standard tools

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply construction management knowledge with confidence.