BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year

The BSc (Hons) Project Management with Foundation Year is designed for aspiring project managers who want to gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead successful projects in a wide range of industries. The program begins with a foundation year, providing essential academic skills and an introduction to key concepts in management, communication, and problem-solving.

During the foundation year, students build a solid grounding in study techniques, business fundamentals, and team dynamics, preparing them to thrive in degree-level studies. The core degree focuses on project management methodologies, risk management, planning, budgeting, leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

With a balance of theoretical learning and practical application, students will engage with real-world scenarios, case studies, and group projects to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills. This course is ideal for those aiming to excel in fast-paced, project-driven environments across sectors such as construction, IT, business, and events management.

Key Features:

  • Foundation year offering a structured introduction to university-level study and project management principles.
  • In-depth exploration of project management techniques, tools, and best practices.
  • Opportunities to apply learning through industry-relevant projects and case studies.
  • Development of transferable skills in leadership, teamwork, and strategic planning.

Graduates will be well-prepared for a variety of roles in project management or further professional qualifications, contributing to their success in managing complex projects in today’s globalized economy.

Course Info

Foundation Year

Level 4

• Business Research Methods and Analysis (20 credits)
• Business Consulting (20 credits)
• Principles of Procurement, Financial Control and Contract Management (20 credits)
• Governance in a Global Business Environment (20 credits)
• Introduction to Project Management (20 credits)
• Elective: Digital skills & professional development (20 credits)
• Elective: Technology and Innovation (20 credits)

Level 5

• Advanced Project Management (20 credits)
• Project Justification (20 credits)
• Project Planning (20 credits)
• Agile and Hybrid Project Management (20 credits)
• AI and Big Data Analytics in Project Management (20 credits)
• Elective: Operations & Supply chain management (20 credits)
• Elective: Digital & Social Media Marketing (20 credits)

Level 6

• Project Change and Control (20 credits)
• Quality Management (20 credits)
• Project Risk and Issue Management (20 credits)
• Developing People and Capabilities (20 credits)
• Final Project including End Point Assessment (40 credits)

Course Fees

Level 4: £9,250
Level 5: £9,250
Level 6: £9,250

Career Prospects

• Project assistant or co-ordinator
• Project manager or project leader
• Implementation or change manager
• Project management consultant
• Programme or portfolio manager
• Technical project manager
• Technical project lead
• Business project lead
• Project planner or risk analyst

Further Information

What is blended learning?
Blended learning is where you study 8 hours a week in class spread over 2 days, and 25
hours a week of independent learning through ilearn.
Study centres:
The study centres where you can do blended learning are in London Ealing, London Tower
Hill, London Holborn, Manchester and Birmingham.

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