Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Plan scope, schedules, resources and project controls.
- Manage risk, quality and stakeholder expectations.
- Evaluate traditional, agile and hybrid delivery approaches.
Aston University · Birmingham
MSc Project Management
Prepares you to deliver projects on time and within budget across different industries, covering planning, risk and leadership. Aimed at those seeking project management roles.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Project manager
- Programme coordinator
- PMO analyst
- Change-management professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent (Sri Lanka: CGPA 2.8/4.0)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Relevant Bachelor's degree: CGPA 2.8/4.0 for 2:2-equivalent courses, 3.2/4.0 for 2:1, 3.6/4.0 for First-class
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, one band at 5.5 minimum and others 6.0+
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan O/L English grade B accepted as IELTS 6.5 equivalent and grade C as IELTS 6.0 equivalent; MOI letters accepted from Colombo, Moratuwa, Sri Jayewardenepura and Peradeniya universities
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Aston University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on aston.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Aston University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.