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.
Solent University · Southampton
MSc Project Management
Teaches planning, risk, budgeting and leadership of projects across sectors. Suits graduates and professionals heading for project or programme management roles. The programme develops project planning, risk, resources, stakeholders, delivery methods and organisational change. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
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
- 2:2 honours degree or higher
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, minimum 2nd division (UK 2:2 equivalent)
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, minimum 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in other components
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Solent 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 solent.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 Solent University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.