Key facts about your online degree
How you'll study
This course is studied 100% online
Application deadline
Our next deadline is 26th March 2026
Professional accreditation
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Course length
Study between 2 years 4 months and 2 years 9 months depending on start date
Fees: £8,598
Payment plans available
Start dates
Start in Jan, May, or Sept
Course overview
Our MSc construction and civil engineering management programme gives you the specialist knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead teams across the built environment.
Designed for civil engineers seeking a management qualification, those new to construction management, or professionals progressing toward leadership roles, this online masters in construction management provides a complete understanding of the construction manager’s role throughout every stage of the construction process.
Delivered through distance learning, it supports flexible study alongside your commitments while building expertise in civil engineering and construction management. You will explore management theory, people management, HR practices, procurement, supply chain management, sustainability, environmental considerations, and the wider economic, political, and legal framework. You will also study structural adaptation and reuse, along with research design and methods to support your major project.
On completion, you’ll be equipped to apply your management style confidently in construction and civil engineering settings.
Why choose this course?
- Gain a complete understanding of the role of a construction manager
- Develop expert leadership and team‑management skills
- Benefit from CIOB‑accredited study
- Learn from experienced and passionate professionals
- Study flexibly through supported online learning
- Enhance your career progression with a formal management qualification
What you’ll gain
- Knowledge of management principles and practices
- Skills in people management, HR policies, and staff development
- Understanding of procurement and supply chain management
- Insight into sustainability and environmental management
- Ability to analyse economic, political, and legal frameworks
- Experience in research methods to support a major work‑based or academic project
Next application deadline: 26th March 2026
Course modules and assessments
Modules
Due to the structure of this course, there will be instances where you will study two modules simultaneously during a trimester. You will be supported by your tutors to help manage your workload and assessment deadlines.
Please contact one of our advisers to discuss the pacing of this course and the options available to match your circumstances.
Management Theory
Management Practice
Project Planning and Control
Research Design and Methods
Economic, Legal and Political Framework
Sustainability and Environmental Management
Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Structural Adaptation and Re-use of Buildings
Major Project/Dissertation
How you’ll be assessed
Accreditation

CIOB Accredited
Our Construction and Civil Engineering Management MSc is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). The CIOB is the worlds largest professional body for construction management and leadership. CIOB accreditation is recognised as a mark of the highest levels of competence and professionalism in the development, conservation and improvement of the built environment.
Upon successful completion of the MSc and having completed 3 years on the job experience, you’ll be eligible to apply for Chartered Status with CIOB.
How you'll study
Study online and graduate on campus
Our Construction and Civil Engineering MSc is studied 100% online.
You’ll study through Canvas, our world-class online Learning Management System (LMS), which can be accessed from your phone, PC, or tablet, both at home or on the move. Canvas provides instant access to study materials, forums, and support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments.
The course is studied over 2 years 4 months if you start in September or 2 years 9 months if you start in January or May.
On successful completion of your studies, you’ll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony on campus. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible then we’ll arrange to have your certificate sent to you.
Entry requirements
What you’ll need to start this course
Fees and Funding
Fees
The full tuition fee for this masters in civil engineering is £8,598.
The tuition fees you pay each year for the full Construction and Civil Engineering Management MSc will be £2,866. The course is studied over 2 years 4 months if you start in September or 2 years 9 months if you start in January or May.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) may reduce the tuition fees. This will be confirmed once your application has been submitted. Please note that APL may affect your eligibility for a postgraduate loan.
Funding
We offer payment by instalments, so you can spread the cost of studying with us.
For military students: You can use your ELCs towards this course. ARU is a recognised ELCAS provider (number 1007). Please contact your Learning Centre for details of ELC, eligibility and how to apply.
For more information on how you fund your studies please see our funding page.
Awards and recognition

Be part of the University of the Year
We're proud to be the Times Higher Education (THE) University of the Year 2023. The prestigious THE awards honour ’exceptional performance during the 2021-22 academic year, and reflect ARU’s success in delivering high-impact projects during this period, despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The award recognises the difference we make in the region and our communities – while also acknowledging the broader impact of our world-leading research, and the contributions our students and graduates make to society.
Supported distance learning

We understand that distance learning is different to traditional campus study and if you’re new to online study you may have concerns or apprehensions about studying your masters in civil engineering online, and that’s natural.
To help put your mind at ease we have a dedicated Distance Learning Support Team to help and support you throughout your time at ARU, starting with your first online induction and staying with you right through to graduation. In addition, you’ll also be supported by specialist construction industry tutors, well experienced in supporting distance learning students. They'll be on hand to guide you through both the taught modules, and the different assessment methods.
Once you start your masters in civil engineering, we encourage the creation of online communities and many of our learners find these connections with others invaluable, helping them to stay motivated, share concerns or make new friendships.
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Next application deadline: 26th March 2026
