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.
University of South Wales · Cardiff
MSc Project Management
Builds the skills to plan, manage and deliver projects successfully. From September 2027 it is taught at the Cardiff campus. 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
- Honours degree with a minimum 2:2 or equivalent; relevant project management experience may be considered
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor Special degree considered for master's study; Bachelor General degree with very high grades may be considered; MBA also needs at least 2 years' work experience
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component
- English alternatives
- O/L English grade C or above (within 5 years) accepted; recent Sri Lankan degree with English medium from approved universities (Colombo, Moratuwa, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kelaniya, Peradeniya, Open University) can also be accepted
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of South Wales.
- 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 southwales.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 University of South Wales before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.