About Construction Management Msc in Abertay University
The MSc Construction Management Programme is an international collaboration between Abertay University and Ecole Supérieure de Conduite de Travaux (ESCT), Vincennes, Paris (delivered in English & French). The programme is an integration of technical, managerial and entrepreneurial concepts in the context of the management of construction projects.
You'll be working with French construction companies whilst undertaking the MSc Construction Management. This puts you in the ideal position to learn the theory whilst putting it into action in real-world environments.
The programme has been developed to meet the requirements of experienced site managers and help develop your career towards senior management positions in construction contracting organisations.
In addition, you will also:
- Acquire the tools to address the challenges of managing complex construction projects for the built environment.
- Acquire the tools to deliver solutions which enable efficient and effective use of limited resources whilst recognising environmental concerns and changing social requirements.
- Learn how to lead multi-disciplinary teams formed of a variety of key stakeholders which are tasked with delivering high quality urban environments.
- Develop and undertake in-depth investigation in areas of interest relevant to construction management which integrates knowledge gained, working to a restricted timescale.
The programme is designed to produce highly skilled graduates who are capable of addressing the challenges of managing complex construction. You'll be able to deliver solutions which enable the efficient and effective use of limited resources whilst recognising environmental concerns and changing social environments.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Successful completion of a bachelor degree.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 6.0 (with no band less than 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT: 78 (L-17, R-18, S - 20 and W - 17)
- PTE: 54 (all components at 51)
Abertay University Highlights
Foundation Year |
1994 |
Type of University |
Public |
Location |
Urban |
Percentage of Undergraduates |
89% |
Graduate Prospects |
94% |
Acceptance Rate |
29.04% |
Mode of Application |
Online |
Type of Courses |
Full time/Part-time |
Abertay University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International applicants are always encouraged to have an estimate of the expenses required to study in a foreign land before enrolling at any institute abroad. A basic estimate of the expenses comprising cost of living in the UK is as compiled below.
Tuition fee*
Course |
Fee for International students (in pounds) |
Undergraduate programmes |
15,500 / 14,000** |
Postgraduate taught degrees |
16,000 |
PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Food, Environment, Sport, Science, Engineering |
14,750 |
PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Ethical Hacking, Computing, Nursing, Computer Games, Computer Arts |
13,750 |
PhD/ MPhil/ MbR in Economics, Accountancy, Counselling, Marketing, Management, Sociology, Psychology, Business |
12,750 |
Pre-sessional English programme (5 weeks) |
1100 |
Pre-sessional English programme (9 weeks) |
2200 |
*One must note that the tuition fees are different for Scottish and EU students and students from England, North Ireland and Wales.
**Note that the tuition fee may vary for different courses.
Other expenses
Entity |
Estimated cost (in pounds) |
Accommodation |
300 – 400 per month |
Electricity and gas |
30 – 50 per month |
Telephone bills |
15 – 20 per month |
Travel (student railcard) |
30 per year |
TV licence |
147 per year |
Abertay University Application Process
Basic Admission Requirements
- Offer letter
- Referees
- Personal statement
- Minimum 65% in boards or equivalent A-levels or IB
- Specific requirements of countries.
- Visa
- Proof of proficiency in the English Language: The minimum score required for application with the university are as follows:
English Proficiency Test |
Minimum Score |
IELTS |
6.0 |
TOEFL |
78 |
Pearsons(PTE Academic) |
54 |
WAEC/NECO |
C6 |
International Bacc |
English B at S5 or H5( if pursuing English A then the result is not needed) |
Cambridge B2 First |
Cambridge Grading Scale-169 |
Cambridge C1 Advanced |
Cambridge Grading Scale-169 |
Cambridge C2 Proficiency |