Project Management MSc

Whether you are just starting your career or looking to take your next step, this course will be relevant in businesses in any sector and of any size, from local to global. You will study project management from an academic perspective, alongside exploring the innovative and effective project management solutions used by some of the largest companies in the UK.

You will examine issues which impact organisations and their projects, drawing on your own experiences and those of your fellow learners. You will study and evaluate key theories and concepts, while investigating strategic and operational processes in project management.

This course will allow you to develop critical thinking and business skills, valuable in any career, as well as specialist project management skills. You will benefit from working with experienced practitioners, and focusing on real case studies to help you apply your learning to authentic business contexts. You can also choose to study this course with a placement year in industry to apply these skills in an industry environment. If you choose a Year in Industry you will be studying for a total of 2 years. Your first year will be a teaching year and your second year you will be on placement.

We encourage the sharing of knowledge and experience between students and staff with a wide range of professional backgrounds. This fosters a collaborative learning community which will provide both support and varied perspectives throughout your study.

How you will study

If you choose to study full time the course will take 1 year to complete, or 2 if you choose a year in industry. You will study:

• 4 compulsory modules
• A final Capstone Project module or, if you have undertaken a year in industry, a Business Consultancy Project

If you study part time then the course will take you 2 years to complete and the modules will be spread across the 2 years.

You can find out which modules are available in each term in the Course Specifications.

Modules

Teaching and learning

All of your modules will be delivered using a variety of different teaching sessions. This includes:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Guest speakers
• Workshops
• Events

Our teaching draws on both our research and professional experience. This means your learning is informed by the most current thinking in the subject area. You can find out more about our research and backgrounds by visiting our staff pages.

Assessment

You will be assessed using methods that test your theory knowledge, the skills you have developed and reflect industry scenarios. This could include:

• Project Management Simulations
• Presentations
• Critical essays and reports
• Portfolios
• Reflective journals
• Case study work

Each module tutor will provide opportunities for formative assessment feedback to inform your work prior to submission. Support with study skills, conventions of academic analysis and writing will be available for you from the start of the course and will continue throughout your studies.

Optional placement year

Choosing the placement year option can give you a competitive edge in your future career. It is an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you have learned in the workplace.

You will be on placement for a full academic year, after you have successfully completed all of the taught modules. During your placement, you will also work towards and complete your Business Consultancy Project.

Qualifications

The minimum entry requirements for this course are: 

• 2:2 in an undergraduate degree from a UK ENIC listed institution

If your degree is in an unrelated subject, but you can provide evidence of relevant professional experience, your application may still be considered.

International students

If you are an international student you will need to show that your qualifications match our entry requirements.

Information about international qualifications and entry requirements can be found on our International pages.

If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

International entry requirements

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

If you do not have traditional qualifications, you might be able to provide evidence of professional experience in the subject as an alternative way to meet the entry requirements. This is called Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Appropriate references and records of employment would need to be presented to support your case for admission. 

Terms and conditions

Our terms and conditions, policies and procedures contain important information about studying at York St John University. You can read them on our Admissions page.

UK

The tuition fee for 2026 - 2027 entry to this postgraduate course without Professional Experience is:

• £8,800 for 1 year of full time study

The tuition fee with Professional Experience is:

• £8,800 for your first year, and £1,600 for your Professional Experience year (£10,200 in total)

These costs apply to all UK, Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students.

Postgraduate loans are available to help you pay for your master’s course. Find out more about funding your postgraduate studies.

Funding opportunities

International

The tuition fee for this postgraduate course without Professional Experience is:

• £11,800 for 1 year of full time study

The tuition fee for this postgraduate course with Professional Experience is:

• £11,800 for your first year, and £3,600 for your Professional Experience year (£15,400 in total)

These costs apply to all students living outside the UK.

Due to immigration laws, if you are an international student on a student visa, you must study full time. For more information about visa requirements and short-term study visas, please visit the International Visa and Immigration pages.

Find out more about funding your postgraduate studies.

International Fees and Funding

Tuition fees

Alumni Scholarships 

If you are alumni of York St John University we have scholarships available to help you continue your studies.

Scholarships for alumni

Additional costs and financial support

Course-related costs

While studying for your degree, there may be additional costs related to your course. This may include purchasing personal equipment and stationery and books.

Where could Project Management take you?

With the skills you gain on this course you can go on to make valuable contributions to organisations of any size and in any sector. Project Management is an essential element of any industry. Some sectors where Project Management graduates may be especially in demand are:

• Construction
• Engineering
• Financial Services
• IT

The course could also lead you to undertake further postgraduate study through an MPhil or PhD.

Alumni stories

Visit our YSJ Snapshots blog to see what our past students from across the University have done with their York St John degrees.

Stand out from the crowd with postgraduate study

Far fewer people have postgraduate degrees than undergraduate qualifications. This gives you something extra to set yourself apart in a competitive graduate job market.

Our careers service, Future You, provides support tailored to your ambitions. Through this service you can access:

• Employer events
• LinkedIn, CV and cover letter sessions
• Workshops on application writing and interview skills
• Work experience and volunteering opportunities
• Personalised career advice

This support does not end when you graduate. You can access our expert career advice for the rest of your life. We will help you gain the experience and confidence you need to succeed.