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BSc Construction Project Management

University of Salford

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying. Core topics include project management, accounting, engineering design, research methods, data analysis, and ethics and professional practice. The programme is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Students complete a multidisciplinary project and a written research document.

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Institution
University of Salford
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
K200
Typical offer
UCAS 104
Median salary
£38,500 after 5 years

Entry requirements

GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 104 UCAS points. A level: 104 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 A2's or equivalent. BTEC: MMM. T level: Overall Grade M. Any subject accepted. Must have passed all components. Scottish Highers: 104 UCAS Tariff Points from a Higher Level. Irish Leaving Certificate: 104 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Higher Level Subjects including a minimum of H5 in Maths and English. IB: Including a grade 5 in Standard Level Maths and grade 5 in Standard Level English. Access to HE: A minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff Points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma to contain a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 at Level 2 to total 60 credits overall for the full award.

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What students say

Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 72%
  • Learning opportunities: 77%
  • Assessment and feedback: 74%
  • Academic support: 84%
  • Organisation and management: 84%
  • Learning resources: 76%
  • Student voice: 68%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 35 students who started

  • Continued on course: 75%
  • Left higher education: 25%

What graduates do next

Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 60%
  • Working and studying: 20%
  • Further study: 5%
  • Unemployed: 15%

Most common jobs

  • Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 35%
  • Managers, directors and senior officials: 25%
  • Skilled trades occupations: 10%
  • Teaching Professionals: 10%
  • Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
  • Find their work meaningful: 95%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 65%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 2%
  • North West: 81%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
  • West Midlands: 4%
  • East of England: 1%
  • London: 5%
  • South East: 1%
  • South West: 1%
  • Wales: 2%
  • Northern Ireland: 1%

Who gets in

Based on about 35 students who started

  • A levels: 75%
  • Access course: 5%
  • Other HE qualification: 25%

Accreditation & quality ratings

  • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Prospective members holding these qualifications have full academic exemption and may enter CIOB membership without the requirement for an Individual Assessment.
  • Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for the purpose of graduate membership.

TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.

Modules

  • Technology 1
  • Introduction to Law and Regulatory Framework
  • Introduction to Construction Management
  • Construction Management Project 1
  • Economics and Management
  • Site Supervision and Operational Management
  • Construction Process Management
  • Lean and Offsite Production Management
  • Construction Management Project 2
  • Technology 2
  • Procurement and Administration
  • Practice 2: Multidisciplinary Project
  • Discipline Research Project
  • Project Management
  • Professional Practice
  • Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
  • Sustainable Design and Construction
  • Introduction to Integrated Design & Delivery Systems

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford earn?

The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £38,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £46,500. The £38,500 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Building.

What do graduates of BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford do next?

85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford?

72% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford?

The average entrant had 141 UCAS points.

Is BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford accredited?

Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Prospective members holding these qualifications have full academic exemption and may enter CIOB membership without the requirement for an Individual Assessment. Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for the purpose of graduate membership.

Does BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional placement year.

How many students continue on BSc Construction Project Management at University of Salford?

75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.