We consult extensively with people from a wide spectrum of companies and organisations in order to make sure that the course content remains practically relevant. Some of this consultation is done through our alumni network to benefit from the views of professionals in prominent positions who were also students at Oxford Brookes University.

The MSc in Project Management in the Built Environment (PGDip/ PGCert) is available as a one-year, full-time programme or as an open learning programme (a combination of distance learning with intensive on-campus study periods) which is normally taken over two years (minimum). There are two entry points: September and January.

Why choose this course?

• The Department's membership of a select group of RICS accredited universities acting as RICS' ambassadors; and to be among the signatories to the RICS Initiative to Drive the Adoption of Sustainable Development Principles in Built Environment Higher Education in line with the Six Principles under UN PRME (Principles for Responsible Management Education).
• Strong links with prominent companies in the sector, such as Mace, Willmott Dixon and BAM Construction who can provide advice on existing and proposed courses of study, on research activities and consultancy work.
• Problem-based learning (PBL) approach which ensures that the MSc is real-world focused and holistic. Not only is this more effective, it is more fun than the traditional study and examination approach.
• One intensive study period in each semester where full-time and open-learning students come together on campus to attend lectures, seminars and workshops; and to share experiences.
• Our alumni network which spans the globe, working in countries including Malaysia, South Africa, Russia, India and USA.
• Our teaching is backed by strong research activity. Many of our academic staff are involved in academic research and/or professional or commercial consultancy work. In the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014) we were 11th in terms of Research Impact and Power Rating (GPA x number of full-time equivalent staff submitted) among the 45 institutions that submitted to our unit of assessment (UoA 16).