This online Master of Science (MSc) in Project Management is designed to equip you with the skills to lead projects to financial and operational success across any industry. Whether you aim to advance your current career, change professional direction, or start a new path in project management, this degree offers a flexible route to achieving your goals without requiring a career break. You will learn from experienced industry professionals, gaining practical skills in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and commercial aspects. The program has a long-standing reputation, having been successfully delivered since 1993, and is accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM). Studying entirely online provides the flexibility to learn from anywhere in the world, fitting your studies around full-time work with 24/7 access to learning materials via the university's online learning environment, MyAberdeen. The university, founded in 1495, has decades of experience in delivering online education. You can choose to study for the full MSc (180 credits), or exit with a Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits) or Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits), with the option to build your qualification by taking individual short courses (15 credits) first. You will receive the same degree qualification as on-campus students, with no distinction made for online learning.
Graduating with an APM-accredited MSc in Project Management from the University of Aberdeen prepares you for advanced management roles across various sectors. The qualification is recognised globally, opening up international career opportunities. The program aims to build your confidence in managing complex projects and expand your professional network.
Fees are indicative and subject to annual increases. The program operates on a 'pay as you go' model, allowing students to pay for credits term by term, offering control over pace and cost. An alumni discount of 20% is available for University of Aberdeen alumni.
Accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM).
The indicative cost for the full 180-credit MSc is £15,465, based on study over two years and including a projected annual 3% fee increase. Students can also start with a short course (15 credits) for an indicative cost of £1,355 for the 2025/26 academic year.
The program operates on a 'pay as you go' model, allowing students to pay for credits term by term, which offers control over pace and cost. You only register and pay for the credits you are taking at the start of each term.
This programme is 100% online, offering flexible study that allows you to learn from anywhere in the world. You will have 24/7 access to learning materials via the university's online learning environment, MyAberdeen.
Yes, an alumni discount of 20% is available for University of Aberdeen alumni. Additionally, students pay per term for the credits they undertake, providing flexibility in managing costs.
Graduates are prepared for advanced management roles such as Project Manager, Project Director, Business Manager, Financial Manager, and Quality Manager across various sectors. The APM accreditation is globally recognized, enhancing international career opportunities.