5B069E - Project Management 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2032 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 5B069E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Project Management | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Miranda Thomas | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100812 - project management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Jul 2032 |
Module Aims
To develop students’ understanding of project management principles, processes, and methodologies, aligned with the APM Body of Knowledge, and their application across STEM disciplines.
To enable learners to plan, manage, and evaluate projects effectively by applying tools and techniques for scope, scheduling, risk, quality, resources, and stakeholder engagement.
To enhance employability and professional competence through the practical application of project management knowledge to an interdisciplinary challenge that reflects real-world project delivery and team collaboration.
Content Summary
This module introduces students to the principles and practices of project management, aligned with the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ) framework. Learners will gain a practical understanding of the project lifecycle, including project definition, planning, risk, quality, stakeholder engagement, and leadership. The module explores the tools and techniques used to manage time, cost, resources, and performance effectively within complex STEM environments.
Students will develop the ability to evaluate project processes and apply structured methodologies to achieve defined objectives. Emphasis is placed on the importance of communication, teamwork, and ethical leadership in delivering successful projects that meet stakeholder expectations and organisational goals.
Through interdisciplinary teamwork, students will apply their knowledge to a real-world challenge, developing innovative, evidence-based solutions that demonstrate professional project management practice. This approach enhances employability by building confidence, collaboration, and transferable skills relevant to all STEM disciplines.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 20 |
| Groupwork | 15 |
| Guided Study | 20 |
| Problem/Challenge-based Learning | 120 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 40 |
| Formative Assessment | 10 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Digital | 15 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Apply and evaluate project management principles, processes, and tools to plan, monitor, and control projects across diverse STEM contexts. |
| LO2 | Collaborate to design and deliver an interdisciplinary project solution that demonstrates effective leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and reflective professional practice. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) | Individual | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Group Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | Group Presentation | 15 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) | ✔ | ✘ | |
| Group Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | ✘ | ✔ | |