• Master of Design Administration at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
  • It is a blended learning program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This is a unique program focus on design management, provides the understanding and skills necessary to administer building procurement from inception to occupation.
  • Students have to successfully complete 180 credits.
  • The taught stage is 120 credits followed by a 60 credit dissertation. All modules in the taught stage are worth 20 credits.
  • In this program, the distance learning teaching methods are used including webinars and online, a programming blog, and discussion boards.
  • The course material will be available in the form of detailed course notes, wikis, and pre-recorded video presentations.
  • Students will be supported by regular online tutorials and provided with detailed feedback on all course assignments.
  • This program is taught by well-known experts and maintains strong links with the industry.
  • The program will include around 60-75 hours of live online events.
  • Students will also need to undertake a private study on a regular basis in order to complete the various elements of coursework.
  • Students will complete all modules in 1 academic year and undertake their dissertation during the summer.  
  • The modules completed are Industry Context, Professional Services, Construction Contracts, Design Delivery, Project Delivery, and International Procurement, all 20 credits.
  • Welsh School of Architecture is one of the top schools of architecture in the UK, as indicated by the position in key league tables and professional rankings.