Project Management

Overview

Gain the practical project management skills needed in every industry.

Project management skills are in demand in almost every sector – including business, finance, marketing, retail, software development, construction and beyond. On this course, you’ll become a well-rounded, highly skilled project manager who can drive innovation and deliver value in today’s complex, ever-changing global business landscape.

Regent’s is a proud member of the Association for Project Management (APM), providing students with access to a structured framework for applying project management principles, and opportunities to engage with leading sector specialists to help enhance future career prospects.

You'll experience

• Recognised excellence: developed in consultation with industry experts
• Membership status: free student membership to the APM (above)
• A cross-disciplinary subject: apply your skills to a range of industry contexts
• Technology focus: incorporating current and emerging technologies like AI
• Practical learning: blend classroom teaching with trips, simulations and guest speakers

Why Regent’s?

• An intimate campus in the heart of London’s royal Regent’s Park
• Unparalleled global connections, with exposure to leading industry professionals
• Industry placements for hands-on experience in real-world environments
• An innovative curriculum combining subject, elective and industry modules
• A global perspective with 130+ student nationalities on campus
• Small classes that champion tailored attention, support and guidance

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What to expect

Project managers are responsible for planning, overseeing and delivering organisational projects within their allocated scope, budget and timeline. Studying MSc Project Management at Regent’s, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the project management tools, techniques, principles and best practices while improving your critical thinking, leadership and communication skills.

Through a combination of theory, case studies and practical exercises, you’ll learn to successfully initiate, plan, execute and close projects across a wide range of industries – from banking to filmmaking. You’ll explore the challenges and complexities of managing projects on a global scale, develop the skills to mitigate risk, and harness technology to manage budgets and timelines effectively.

Effective project management goes far beyond technical expertise. You’ll also delve into problem solving, quality assurance, leadership and stakeholder management – learning to motivate teams, resolve conflict, manage accelerated change and communicate successfully. Addressing current global issues, you'll explore the importance of sustainability and ethical decision making, devising strategies that consider social, environmental and economic impacts.

Throughout the year, you’ll have opportunities to engage with industry experts and apply your project management skills. Recently, students joined simulated scenarios with the Global Entrepreneurship Network UK – enhancing problem-solving abilities and preparing for the challenge of managing complex projects after graduation.

You’ll leave Regent’s as a highly skilled project management professional, capable of leading widely varied projects within any industry.

London-centric learning

With central London on your doorstep, you’ll have opportunities to join tours, networking events, guest lectures with industry leaders and career development sessions. Recently, students have:

• Attended guest lectures on bidding and procurement processes
• Joined workshops on breakthrough leadership and the importance of contracts
• Toured major construction sites with infrastructure company, Kier
• Taken a guided tour of the MINI Plant in Oxford
• Been offered internship opportunities with the Global Entrepreneurship Network UK
• Joined talks from industry speakers across a range of sectors

A tailored experience  

We put you in the driving seat, making sure you have access to all the support and opportunities you need. You’ll benefit from:

• Your own support officer: receive tailored advice and support
• Academic guidance: access regular one-to-one attention
• Flexible modules: personalise your course with a choice of special electives
• Additional language classes: prepare for opportunities in the UK and beyond

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM) – signifying quality, assurance and relevance to the profession. It provides you with access to a structured framework for applying project management principles across a variety of industries, and opportunities to engage with leading sector specialists to help enhance future career prospects.

Download course specification.

How to apply

Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.

Step 1: Apply

• On our website, details here

During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:

• A copy of your passport (photograph ID page)
• Academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies
• A 500-700 word personal statement (view guidance)
• If you're not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency (take our test)

Credit transfer

If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.

Step 2: Receive a response

You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.

For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.

Step 3: Accept your offer

If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. Here's how to pay. This will confirm your place. 

Step 4: Register 

Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.

Information for international students

If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.

Scholarships and funding

There are a wide variety of funding and scholarship opportunities to help you finance your studies. For more information, please visit our scholarships and funding page.

Fees

Tuition fee: 

• September 2026 or January 2027 start: £28,750 per year, fixed for the duration of the course
• September 2027 or January 2028 start: fees are under review; applicants will be notified once confirmed

Non-refundable advance deposit:

September 2026 or January 2027 start:

• UK students: £1,500
• Non-UK students: £5,000

Read more about tuition fees.

When do I need to pay?

If you receive an offer for a course, you’ll receive a pro forma invoice. To accept your offer and secure your place, pay your deposit payment as soon as possible.

The remaining portion of your first year’s tuition fees will be due when you enrol. At this time, you’ll receive your invoice for the full year. You can choose to pay for the year in full before the start of your first academic year or in two instalments, spread out across the academic year. The dates of these instalments will be determined by when your course starts.

What do fees include?

Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms. 

What other costs should I budget for?

You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of your course.

The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own textbooks and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.

Study Period Abroad (SPA)

Some programmes at Regent’s University London offer an optional or mandatory study period abroad, for one or two terms. No study period abroad can be undertaken in the United States.
 
A student who wishes to attend an “ineligible” school, which includes any school in the USA, will forfeit all funding from that semester going forward and all current loans will become due with immediate effect. For any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please email the US Loans Advisor at [email protected]. For questions regarding what an “eligible” or “deferment only” school is, please email Regent’s International Partnerships Office office on [email protected] or [email protected] before you apply for a course with a study period abroad module.

How you'll learn  

At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore project management in a supportive, collaborative environment with regular one-to-one contact with academics, industry experiences and some of the best networking opportunities you can get – helping you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

Classes are designed to simulate a real-life project management, preparing you to jump straight in after you graduate.

You’ll learn through a blend of:

• Seminars and guest lectures
• Practical workshops and creative labs
• Group work and live projects
• Immersive challenges and simulations
• Live briefs and consultancy work
• Field trips to businesses, work sites and events both around London and further afield

Contact hours

You’ll have 14 hours per week of timetabled teaching. Outside your classes, you'll work on assignments both independently and collaboratively with classmates. This involves further reading, research and reflection, as well as preparation for workshops and assessments.

Teaching staff 

You'll be taught by a mix of industry experts and research-active academics who have extensive global experience. They’ve published journals, books, news articles and magazine columns, appeared on documentaries and been quoted in outlets from Forbes to the Financial Times. They've also worked with brands including Meta, Microsoft and Coca Cola. Their knowledge and experience ensure your classes are always shaped by the latest technologies and trends.

You'll also regularly meet with a personal tutor on a one-to-one basis, making sure you’re getting the most out of your course. Plus, our impressive calendar of guest lectures will inspire your work and introduce you to potential employers.

MSc Project Management is accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM), meaning we’re committed to making sure your teaching is of the highest quality.

Assessments

You’ll be assessed via projects, reports, plans, pitches, presentations and live and simulated briefs. It's important to us that your learning is inclusive, engaging and authentic – that’s why our assessment types are varied, dynamic and built around real-world ways of working.

Disability support

We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns. Please speak to us as soon as possible, so we can provide the help you need.

Academic requirements: Level 7

We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications:

• Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree
• Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning

We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:

• Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree

You'll need to provide us with:

• Your current CV
• A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service
• A headed reference letter
• A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions

This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only.

For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page.

English language requirements 

Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):

Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests.

We also offer our conditional offer holders a free, online diagnostic test known as Password Skills Plus. This must be booked in advance. Discover more.

*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.

Disability support 

We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns, including learning difficulties, visual and hearing impairments, mental health difficulties, autism conditions, mobility difficulties and temporary or chronic health conditions.  

Our Student Support & Welfare team is here to support you. We ask that you speak with us as early as possible to enable us to support you. Find out more about our disability support and contact us.  

Careers

MSc Project Management at Regent's will equip you with the skills and attributes needed to lead people and projects across the globe. Your flexible, informed, proactive approach will enable you to pursue a variety of career paths, including:  

• Project Manager in sectors such as construction, information technology, engineering, healthcare, finance and consulting
• Programme Manager, overseeing interconnected projects to ensure alignment with organisational objectives and deliver strategic outcomes
• Project Coordinator, assisting project managers and getting a solid foundation for future growth in project management
• Risk Manager, helping organisations identify, assess and mitigate risks associated with projects
• Agile Project Manager, a specialist role leading iterative and collaborative teams and facilitating adaptive project management practices
• Business Analyst, using project management skills to facilitate improvements and achieve business goals
• Entrepreneurship, leveraging your project management skills to set up and manage your own business venture
• Operations Manager, overseeing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of an organisation
• Non-profit and government sector, leading projects that focus on social impact, public infrastructure and community development
• Consultancy for a wide range of organisations on project management best practice

You'll graduate with the transferable skills needed to choose any career that aligns with your interests.

Graduate visa

After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work or look for work in the UK for up to 18 months after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately.

Careers support

Feeling overwhelmed about your career path? Our Careers team is here to provide tailored advice and support every step of the way, as well as lifelong access to invaluable resources.

• 24/7 access to online guidance and resources
• Exclusive internships, networking opportunities and industry events
• Personalised consultations – from interview and CV prep to business advice
• Access to Handshake, connecting you with 650k+ global employers