6B008E - Managing Construction Projects and Professional Practice 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 6B008E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Managing Construction Projects and Professional Practice | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built and Sustainable Environment | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Built Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Karen Le Feuvre | ||
| Module Team: | Adam Collins, Lewis Bishop, Angela Morris, Joseph Crago, Thomas Lambourne, Debbie Hughes | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100151 - construction management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
To develop students’ foundational understanding of construction project planning and control, including scope definition, feasibility assessment, work breakdown structures, scheduling, leadership, stakeholder engagement, change management, and project risk management.
To build students’ knowledge of building management and the wider built environment context, including retrofit and adaptation, surveying practice, estate management, housing systems, planning processes, land ownership, and community considerations.
To introduce students to contract management and professional practice, enabling them to apply core contract procedures, understand procurement and governance requirements, and develop the professional awareness needed for effective participation in construction project delivery.
To engage students in authentic challengebased learning activities that require inquiry, problem investigation, evidence gathering, collaborative decisionmaking, and the development of practical solutions to real construction management scenarios.
Content Summary
This module adopts a ChallengeBased Learning (CBL) approach, whereby students investigate realworld construction and projectmanagement challenges drawn from contemporary industry contexts. Students work collaboratively to identify project needs, analyse constraints, and generate evidencebased solutions that integrate technical, contractual, environmental and stakeholder considerations. By engaging with iterative cycles of inquiry, prototyping and reflection, learners develop the confidence, professional judgement and innovation skills required for industry practice.
The module provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, processes, and professional practices that underpin contemporary construction project management. Students will develop core competencies in project planning, scope definition, feasibility assessment, work breakdown structures, and project control procedures. The module also introduces leadership and motivation, stakeholder management, change management, and project risk management to support effective decision-making in complex project environments.
Alongside project delivery, students will explore key aspects of building management, including retrofit and adaptation, safe surveying practices, estate management, and the conservation of traditional buildings. The module also examines the wider context of housing, planning, land ownership, and community development to deepen understanding of the built environment.
Finally, students will be introduced to contract management and the practical application of contract procedures. Collectively, these elements equip students with the foundational skills, knowledge, and professional awareness needed to contribute confidently to construction projects and to progress successfully through the remainder of the course.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Seminar | 12 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 6 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 2 |
| Formative assessment - scheduled | 16 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Directed Study | 24 |
| Independent Study | 144 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an applied understanding of construction project management principles, including project planning, feasibility, scope and WBS development, project control, leadership, stakeholder engagement, risk management, building management, and contract administration within the wider regulatory, environmental, and planning context. |
| LO2 | Apply appropriate project management and professional skills to produce, communicate, and evaluate project documentation, using ethical judgement, teamwork, problem-solving, and analytical reasoning to support effective decision-making in real-world construction scenarios. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Group Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | The group presentation forms an intermediate stage in the challenge cycle, enabling students to communicate emerging solutions, test assumptions and refine their direction based on feedbac | 15 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | The final individual report represents the culminating artefact of the challenge, demonstrating how students have investigated the problem, evaluated alternatives, and produced a substantiated solution aligned with industry expectations. | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Group Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |