Project and Construction Management University of Galway

Overview

The Project and Construction Management programme at University of Galway  provides extensive training in both construction management and project management, essential for overseeing large, complex projects in various industries.

While deeply rooted in the construction sector, the project management skills gained are highly marketable across a wide range of other industries, including biopharma, technology, and science.

Students are exposed to real-world problems by working with community partners, allowing them to apply creativity and problem-solving skills in a practical context.

The curriculum offers a broad, comprehensive skill development profile, including fundamentals of civil engineering, construction, business, and economics, including managerial and accounting principles, human resources management, financial management, law, and planning.

Students have the opportunity to work with an industrial partner, including potential placements abroad and in developing countries, fostering global skills. 

Careers

Graduates of the BSc in Project & Construction Management are well-prepared for a variety of challenging and rewarding roles due to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and the high demand for skilled project managers. 

 You will be qualified to work as: 

Construction Project Managers: leading and overseeing construction projects from inception to completion.

Assistant Construction Project Managers: supporting project managers in the efficient delivery of projects.

Engineering Assistants: providing technical support on diverse projects.

Supervisory Positions: including roles in areas such as building maintenance.  

The project management skills gained are highly transferable and valued across a wide range of industries beyond construction, such as biopharma, technology, science, IT, pharmaceutical, and agribusiness.  

As projects continue to increase in size and complexity, there is an ever-present need for resourceful project managers nationally and internationally who can deliver efficiently and effectively. The rapid changes in the construction industry, including new technologies, computer-based techniques, and advanced materials, ensure that graduates with these highly developed managerial skills are in demand for overseeing complex projects.  

For those interested in further academic pursuits, suitably qualified graduates can also pursue the MSc in Construction Innovation, and PhD degrees specialising in various areas of research within the discipline.