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Access to our state-of-art laboratory facilities in highway engineering, material and structures, and the latest industry-standard engineering software packages
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Gain a broad view of the construction industry focusing on different sectors with frequent touchpoints with practitioners and field trips
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Learn traditional knowledge domains, as well as new and emerging concepts of construction, that have been identified by the Joint Board of Moderators as essentials for construction management professionals
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Opportunities to get involved in nationally important and cutting-edge research and development projects
“All of the lecturers were outstanding, they became like friends with great support on the topics studied. The culture and diversity of Aston plays a huge part too. Teamwork is a great way to learn and with such a varied student background you learn a lot off each other.”
John O Sullivan, Design and Development Engineer
“All of the lecturers were outstanding, they became like friends with great support on the topics studied. The culture and diversity of Aston plays a huge part too. Teamwork is a great way to learn and with such a varied student background you learn a lot off each other.”
John O Sullivan, Design and Development Engineer
Course outline and modules
Taking a project life-cycle view from design to construction and asset management, this course covers the fundamental and contemporary issues in construction management and engineering outlined by key professional bodies (e.g. Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), Association of Project Managers (APM), Royal Institute of Charted Surveyors (RICS) and Charted Institute of Building (CIOB)) and from different construction sectors’ (e.g. buildings, infrastructure) perspectives.
The learning experience will be supported with frequent touchpoints with the industry. The aim is to equip practitioners with cutting-edge knowledge, and necessary management and problem-solving skills
The course is specifically designed to create reflective professionals who may want to deepen their knowledge or change careers into the construction industry with advanced construction management and engineering knowledge and skills.
What you’ll learn
The aim of the course is to provide a detailed and advanced grounding in the fundamental principles, critical skills and applicable practices required by the Construction Engineering and Management professionals. This will enable construction professionals to develop their knowledge of the project and business environment, key functions and processes and their ability to apply knowledge to solve complex project and organisational issues.
You will develop the ability to manage complex construction projects, make operational, strategic and financial decisions under conditions of risk, and contribute to the performance of projects and organisations.
The course will equip construction professionals with the necessary analytical tools and skills that will enable you to tackle the complex local and global challenges in Construction Engineering and Management.
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Speak to our Admissions Team
If you have any questions about the application process please get in touch with our postgraduate admissions team:
Email: pgadmissions@aston.ac.uk
Call: 0121 204 3200 (Please note this line is open Monday-Friday between 10am-4pm)
Please click here for guidance on completing the postgraduate application.
Entry requirements
- Entry requirements
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- A 2.2 in a first degree (BEng/BSc) in a construction-related discipline or equivalent international qualification.
Or - A 2.1 degree in a non-cognate discipline (or equivalent international qualification in a non-cognate discipline) but with experience in the construction industry
As well as:
- One professional reference
- A completed application form.
- A 2.2 in a first degree (BEng/BSc) in a construction-related discipline or equivalent international qualification.
- International Students
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An official academic transcript, with an official English translation, of your university grades to date Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. Find out more about our English language requirements.
- Pre-sessional English language programmes are available for good applicants whose English qualification falls just short of these requirements.
- For more information about qualifications, view our Aston in your country webpage.
- Information on visas for international students
For International Students intending to do a foundation year. Click here to find out more.
- Extensive work experience
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We recognise the value of extensive professional experience. If you do not have the academic qualifications but have extensive and relevant professional experience and a proven ability to succeed, we would welcome your application.
The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications. Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams prior to application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.
Learning, teaching and assessment
Learning will be through a combination of lectures and practical projects.
Core modules:
- Project Management
- Digital Engineering and Smart Construction
- Monitoring and Management of Civil Infrastructure
- Infrastructure Engineering and Inter-disciplinary Design
- Project Planning and Control
- Procurement and Contracts
- Strategic Financial Management in Construction
- Research Methods
- Dissertation
You will be assessed through a combination of written and oral examinations, class tests, individual and group coursework, projects, presentations and practical assessments.
Facilities
The newly refurbished 450m2 civil engineering labs have been equipped with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, ready for learners to undertake practical experiments and research projects.The laboratories house facilities for highway engineering, material and structures.
Students will have access to these laboratory facilities and 24/7 access to a fully equipped computer lab. Where the latest industry standard engineering software packages are also available.
Students will also have access to extensive library facilities with access to key specialist sources such as academic databases(e.g. Scopus and Web of Science), Building Cost Information Services (BCIS) and Construction Information Services (CIS).
Fees and scholarships
UK students (2024/25)
Annual tuition fees: £11,150
EU/International students (2024/25)
Annual tuition fees: £21,500
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase in subsequent years in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI) to take account of the University’s increased costs of delivering the Programme. When undertaking a placement year a placement year fee applies.
UK postgraduate available
If you’re starting a masters course on or after 1 August 2022, you can apply for a postgraduate loan of up to £11,570 to help with course fees and living costs. Find out more.
Scholarships
At Aston University we are committed to supporting the most talented and hardworking students to achieve their potential by providing a range of scholarships to help lower tuition and living costs. Find out more about our UK student scholarships here. Find out more about our international student scholarships here.
Cost shouldn't limit your career aspirations, which is why we are delighted to offer all Aston University graduates (including exchange students) a 20% loyalty scholarship in standard taught MA, MSc and Full-time MBA course fees. As an Aston University graduate, you will automatically qualify. For more information visit our webpage.
Career prospects
This course is specifically designed to create reflective professionals who may want to deepen their knowledge to upskill or change careers into the construction industry, as you will learn advanced construction management and engineering theories and skills.
The course aims to develop the transferrable and professional skillset of future construction professionals with critical thinking, effective communication and teamwork, leadership and management, and innovative problem solving that are necessary to meet evolving challenges in Construction Engineering and Management.
International students
Aston University is a diverse, close community and welcomes international students on many of our postgraduate programmes. Students from over 120 different countries chose to study with us every year and Aston is not only a great place to study, based in the centre of Birmingham it’s also a great place to live.
Post-study work visa
Aston University welcomed the creation of a new immigration route which will enable international students to remain in the UK for two years after they have completed their studies to find work. The new post-study work visa will apply to international students starting undergraduate and postgraduate courses from 2020. Click here for more information on post-work visas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why study Construction Management and Engineering at Aston?
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This course is specifically designed to create reflective professionals who may want to deepen their knowledge to upskill or change careers into the construction industry, as you will learn advanced construction management and engineering theories and skills.
- What will I be doing on the Construction Management and Engineering course at Aston?
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The aim of the course is to provide you with a detailed and advanced grounding in the fundamental principles, critical skills and applicable practices required by the Construction Engineering and Management professionals.
You will be taking a project life-cycle view from design to construction and asset management. The course covers the fundamental and contemporary issues in construction management and engineering outlined by key professional bodies and from different construction sectors’ perspectives.
- Does accreditation matter?
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Yes. Gaining an accredited masters will give you the experience and skills you need to develop a successful career, potentially at the highest levels in the industry.
