100% online MSc Engineering with Project Management

Unlock your future in engineering and project management with a life-changing, global university

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  • Apply by: 15 April 2025
  • To start: 29 April 2025

180 credits

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complete within 24 months

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£7,920 total fees

Why Sunderland?

  • 100% online MSc – complete within 2 years part-time
  • 5 star rating for teaching, inclusiveness, employability and facilities*
  • Member of AACSB, CABS, EFMD and PRIME
  • Top 40 UK University**
  • Training engineers and technicians for over 100 years
  • Engage in real-world projects inspired by our extensive research portfolio
  • Prepares graduates for application for IEng and CEng registration
  • £7,920 total fees, option to pay £660 per module

*QS Stars World University Rankings 2023
**Guardian University Guide 2025

A flexible online masters to develop your capacity to lead engineering projects to success

The MSc Engineering with Project Management course is designed for professionals looking to enhance their expertise in both engineering and project management. It equips you with the skills to navigate complex engineering projects, manage teams effectively, and deliver successful outcomes while integrating advanced technological solutions.

You will explore key topics such as engineering principles, engineering impact, and human-centred engineering, with practical applications in project management, engineering management techniques, and leadership and innovation practices. A strong emphasis is placed on technical skills combined with project management strategies, enabling you to develop a deep understanding of commercial business setups, quality management, and professional project leadership.

Overall, this course provides a transformative learning experience, preparing you for leadership roles in project management within the engineering sector, while fostering critical thinking and a comprehensive understanding of how engineering projects shape society and industries.

Become a project leader with a flexible MSc Engineering with Project Management

Our MSc Engineering with Project Management course prepares you for a career in engineering project management from anywhere in the world. The course is designed to be flexible, allowing you to balance your studies with other commitments such as work, family, and friends.

Course materials can be accessed on a variety of digital devices at times convenient for you. Studying part-time will enable you to fit your studies around your lifestyle and career aspirations.
And, with six start dates per year, you can begin advancing your career in just a few weeks.

What will you study?

Our 100% online MSc Engineering with Project Management course will deepen your understanding of core engineering and project management principles, equipping you with the skills to manage complex engineering projects and lead teams to successful outcomes. You will explore the societal and environmental impact of engineering, integrate human-centred design, and apply project management techniques to ensure the smooth execution of projects in diverse engineering settings.

Additionally, you will develop proficiency in strategic business integration, digital technologies, and emerging tools like AI and IoT, allowing you to tackle modern engineering challenges with innovation and confidence.

Key knowledge and skills taught on this course:

  • Engineering principles and impact
  • Human-centred engineering
  • Human, quality and project management
  • Engineering management techniques
  • Strategic business integration and set ups
  • Artificial intelligence and digital skills
  • Internet of Things (IoT) in engineering
  • Professional project management
  • Leadership and innovation practices

Globally-connected and focussed on diversity and inclusion

The University of Sunderland has a long-standing history educating students globally. We have campuses in Hong Kong, Sunderland, and London, and partnerships across the world, and are committed to promoting diversity among our students. Our international learners benefit from collaborating and learning together, while expanding their professional networks on a global level.

We are known for our inclusive approach to education and are 8th in the UK for social inclusion (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025). Our expertise, use of cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience in delivering high-quality online education distinguish the University of Sunderland and our MSc Engineering with Project Management course.

Admission requirements

Applicants must be of age 19 and above and should have or be about to complete:

  • At least a UK 2.2 undergraduate degree in an engineering, STEM, or business area
or
  • A third-class honours degree with a minimum of two years’ appropriate work experience
or
  • Applicants without a degree must demonstrate a minimum of three years relevant experience. The degree / work experience must be in a STEM, Engineering or Business area.

Fees

  • Total course fees: £7,920
  • Per 15-credit module fee: £660

If you are based in the UK, you may be eligible for a government-backed postgraduate loan to cover the full costs of the course.

In addition, if you have successfully completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Sunderland, you are eligible for a 10% tuition fees reduction on our postgraduate programmes.

You pay tuition fees for each module taken, either module-by-module or in full at the start of your course.

If you pay module-by-module, you will pay in instalments of £660.

Modules

Engineering Principles

Gain an understanding of the fundamental engineering principles, including mechanics, engineering materials, manufacturing processes, electrical power, and ethical and professional standards in engineering practice.

Engineering Impact

Explore the impact engineering has had on society and the role it plays today. You’ll identify the responsibilities of engineers and the skills required to create an impact. Additionally, you’ll discuss case studies of projects which have had a significant impact on citizens and the environment.

Human-Centred Engineering

Examine a range of topics relating to human-in-the-loop, within contexts such as the management of digital transformation and integration, the utilisation of technology to simplify processes, manage knowledge and simplify product development for usability. You will develop the theoretical foundations and practical skills necessary to create systems, environments and products that enhance human performance, safety, usability and sustainability.

Human & Quality Management

Explore key quality concepts such as the meaning of zero defects, statistical control and management of quality, optimisation through robust design, and processes and procedures to manage the contribution of personnel within a quality context.

Project Management

Gain an understanding of two distinct strands. One strand looks at various processes and methodologies that can be used and applied to manage projects of various types, while the other strand explores project management tools for planning and control of project costs, schedules and risks. This module creates the opportunity for you to deal with a real-life scenario to manage all aspects of planning, controlling and closing a project.

Engineering Management Techniques

Gain an understanding of engineering maintenance management practices in modern engineering management. You’ll discuss modern manufacturing equipment, condition monitoring techniques, and gain the skills required to use these tools. Maintenance practices involve various management and technological techniques to support investigation and planning of activities.

Strategic Business Integration

Explore the foundational roles of business strategy, finance, marketing, HR, and operations, analysing how these functions interrelate to form a cohesive organisational strategy. By integrating insights from leading strategy theorists, the module offers a robust theoretical framework.

Commercial Business Setups

Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully start and manage a business. You’ll cover a wide range of topics, from developing an idea and market research to legal considerations, financial management, and growth strategies with environmental sustainability approach.

Artificial Intelligence & Digital Skills

Learn to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools and techniques for real-world problems. You will explore and learn how to use AI tools and techniques to develop and enhance your skills in data handling, data analysis, digital literacy, and programming. You’ll examine AI applications, including but not limited to machine learning, language processing, and computer vision, as well as their role in developing innovative solutions and advanced digital competencies. On completion, you’ll be able to use these applications to solve real-world problems.

Internet of Things in Engineering

Gain the knowledge and skills to design and engineer the next generation of connected devices and systems based on Internet of Things (IoT), particularly in the context of engineering. You’ll cover a combination of theoretical and practical topics in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT) in engineering, that is, the use of Internet technologies to access and interact with objects in the physical world, including IoT-enabled smart manufacturing and industrial automation.

Professional Project Manager

Examine the professional role and responsibilities of a Project Manager – from planning to procurement to executing projects based on defined constraints, tracking budgets and working to schedules, setting and defining project goals, communicating with necessary stakeholders, and personal attributes within the engineering sector. You’ll also explore and self-reflect on your professional practice and knowledge in project planning, procurement, execution, and budget management.

Leadership and Innovation Practices

Explore the intricate relationship between leadership and innovation, focusing on how effective leadership can drive innovative practices within organisations. You’ll delve into theories and models of leadership, examining various leadership styles and their impact on fostering a culture of innovation. Key topics include strategic visioning, change management, creative problem-solving, and the role of emotional intelligence in leadership. By the end of this module, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead effectively in dynamic and complex environments, fostering innovation that drives organisational success and societal progress.