Programme Specification
MSc Construction Project Management with Building Information Modelling
Academic Year: 2019/20
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if full advantage is taken of the learning opportunities that are provided.
This specification applies to delivery of the programme in the Academic Year indicated above. Prospective students reviewing this information for a later year of study should be aware that these details are subject to change as outlined in our .
This specification should be read in conjunction with:
- Reg. XXI (Postgraduate Awards) (see
- Module Specifications
- Summary
- Aims
- Learning outcomes
- Structure
- Progression & weighting
Programme summary
Awarding body/institution | 蚂蚁福利导航 University |
Teaching institution (if different) | |
Owning school/department | School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering |
Details of accreditation by a professional/statutory body | |
Final award | MSc (PGDip/PGCert as exit awards only) |
Programme title | MSc Construction Project Management with Building Information Modelling |
Programme code | CVPT22 / CVPT23 |
Length of programme | Full Time: 1 year; Part-time: typically 2 years |
UCAS code | |
Admissions criteria | |
Date at which the programme specification was published | Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:53:07 BST |
1. Programme Aims
A1. To provide a high quality educational experience that develops and sustains students' knowledge of building information modelling and project management in the construction industry
A2. To facilitate the development of students’ skillset relating to construction management and modelling of built environment assets including energy efficiency and lifecycle costs
A3. To provide the opportunity to learn how to effectively use modelling software tools.
2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external reference points used to inform programme outcomes:
- Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) (2014) Part A: Setting and Maintaining Academic Standards: The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies, QAA, Gloucester.
- Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) (2015) Subject Benchmark Statement: Master’s Degree in Business and Management, QAA, Gloucester.
- Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) (2015) Subject Benchmark Statement: Engineering, QAA, Gloucester
- Engineering Council (2014) The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes: UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competencies, The Engineering Council,
- The Education Framework for Masters Degree Programmes by the CIOB (2010) contains Learning Outcomes under the categories of Generic Outcomes, Skills, Dissertation, Construction Environment, and Construction Technology.
- The Global Accreditation policy and processes by the RICS (July 2018, draft v.8)
- Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) (2015) Characteristics Statement: Master's Degree.
3. Programme Learning Outcomes
3.1 Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
K1. The principles of advanced design and construction and the contemporary methods and processes used to manage complex temporary multiple organisations (projects)
K2. Digital design and management of complex intelligent buildings
K3. The principles and application of advanced Information Modelling for construction project management
K4. The fundamentals of research, research methods and the processes of research
K5. Management of costs and value in construction
K6. Building performance evaluation and energy efficiency methods and approaches
K7. Professional and ethical conduct in engineering and a knowledge of professional codes of conduct.
3.2 Skills and other attributes
a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
C1. Critically evaluate building performance demands and solutions
C2. Critically analyse disparate forms of relevant literature to inform ability to solve problems
C3. Independently use research and writing skills to articulate arguments, choices and findings from executing research
C4. Design and appraise information models of building
C5. Critically appraise design & project management approaches for construction
C6. Integrate knowledge of design & management with information modelling
b. Subject-specific practical skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
P1. Use and apply contemporary software for modelling and management of information within projects including Employer’s Information Requirements and BIM Execution Planning
P2. Use a range of decision support tools and management skills to provide solution for projects
P3. Apply Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) to construction project designs and management decisions
P4. Collect and critically analyse information and data for advanced design and project management
P5. Synthesize relevant information to develop arguments and positions around contemporary subject specific problems and issues
c. Key transferable skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
T1. Communicate using a variety forms including reports, essays, presentations and critiques
T2. Collate and critically review data and present findings
T3. Independently conduct research
T4. Work effectively as a team member to achieve goals
T5. Explore and solve complex problems
T6. Interact and liaise effectively with staff, colleagues and industrial contacts
T7. Effectively manage own time within a team environment
4. Programme structure
Outline structure for Full-Time study
SEMESTER ONE
Compulsory modules
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP319 |
Research Methods (C) |
15 |
CVP323 |
Principles of Project Management (C) |
15 |
CVP320 |
Principles and Application of BIM (C) |
15 |
CVP308 |
Digital Buildings in a Global Design Context (C) |
15 |
SEMESTER TWO
Compulsory modules
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP309 |
Low Energy Building Design (C) |
15 |
CVP324 |
Design Management (C) |
15 |
CVP335 |
Federated BIM (C) |
15 |
Option modules* – choose one
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP326 |
Management of Construction Processes and Techniques (O) |
15 |
CVP328 |
Strategic Management for Construction and Engineering (O) |
15 |
CVP329 |
People and Teams (O) |
15 |
CVP330 |
Construction Law and Contract Management (O) |
15 |
*All optional module choice is subject to availability and timetabling
SEMESTER 1, SEMESTER 2 AND SUMMER PERIOD
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP332 |
Research Dissertation (C) |
60 |
Outline structure for Part-Time Study
YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1
Compulsory modules
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP323 |
Principles of Project Management (C) |
15 |
CVP320 |
Principles and Application of BIM (C) |
15 |
YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2
Compulsory modules
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP309 |
Low Energy Building Design (C) |
15 |
CVP324 |
Design Management (C) |
15 |
YEAR 2: SEMESTER 1
Compulsory modules
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP319 |
Research Methods (C) |
15 |
CVP308 |
Digital Buildings in a Global Design Context (C) |
15 |
YEAR 2: SEMESTER 2
Compulsory module
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP335 |
Federated BIM (C) |
15 |
YEAR 2: SEMESTER 2
Option module*, choose one
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP326 |
Management of Construction Processes and Techniques (O) |
15 |
CVP328 |
Strategic Management for Construction and Engineering (O) |
15 |
CVP329 |
People and Teams (O) |
15 |
CVP330 |
Construction Law and Contract Management (O) |
15 |
*All optional module choice is subject to availability and timetabling
YEAR 3: SEMESTER 1, SEMESTER 2 AND SUMMER PERIOD
Compulsory module
Mod Code |
Title |
Weight |
CVP332 |
Research Dissertation (C) |
60 |
5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements set out in Regulation XXI.
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification
Not applicable.