Year 1 

• Introduction to Engineering & Design 

• Mathematical Studies 

• Management: Enterprise & Society 

• Introduction to Financial Accounting 

• Introduction to Management Accounting 

• Introduction to Physics 

• Engineering Computing I 

• Engineering Graphics 

• Fundamentals of Project & Construction Management   

Year 2 

• Strength of Materials 

• Introduction to Law 

• Building Information Modelling  

• Principles of Building 

• Management Accounting I 

• Project Planning & Organisation 

• Statistics for Data Science I 

• Construction Practice 

• Civil Engineering Materials & Design 

• Community Engaged Building Project 

• Fundamentals of Operations Engineering 

Year 3 

• Design of Structures I 

• Design of Structures II 

• Introduction to Sustainability I 

• Sustainable Energy 

• Principles of Economics for Business 

• Human Resource Management 

• Operations Research 

• Project Planning & Organisation II 

• Project Management 

• Business Law I 

• Entrepreneurial Venture Development 

• Professional Experience Programme in Project & Construction Management   

Year 4 

• Transportation Systems & Infrastructure I 

• Applied Microeconomics for Business 

• Safety & Construction 

• Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship 

• Lean Systems 

• Design of Energy Systems for the Built Environment 

• Estimates & Costing 

• Business Law II 

• The Built Environment 

• Quality Systems 

• Final Year Projec

Curriculum Information

Curriculum information relates to the current academic year (in most cases).
Course and module offerings and details may be subject to change.

• The BSc in Project & Construction Management provides extensive training in both construction management and project management, essential for overseeing large, complex projects in various industries.
• While deeply rooted in the construction sector, the project management skills gained are highly marketable across a wide range of other industries, including biopharma, technology, and science.
• Students are exposed to real-world problems by working with community partners, allowing them to apply creativity and problem-solving skills in a practical context.
• The curriculum offers a broad, comprehensive skill development profile, including fundamentals of civil engineering, construction, business, and economics, including managerial and accounting principles, human resources management, financial management, law, and planning.
• Students have the opportunity to work with an industrial partner, including potential placements abroad and in developing countries, fostering global skills. 

Graduates of the BSc in Project & Construction Management are well-prepared for a variety of challenging and rewarding roles due to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and the high demand for skilled project managers. 

 You will be qualified to work as: 

• Construction Project Managers: leading and overseeing construction projects from inception to completion.
• Assistant Construction Project Managers: supporting project managers in the efficient delivery of projects.
• Engineering Assistants: providing technical support on diverse projects.
• Supervisory Positions: including roles in areas such as building maintenance.  

The project management skills gained are highly transferable and valued across a wide range of industries beyond construction, such as biopharma, technology, science, IT, pharmaceutical, and agribusiness.  

As projects continue to increase in size and complexity, there is an ever-present need for resourceful project managers nationally and internationally who can deliver efficiently and effectively. The rapid changes in the construction industry, including new technologies, computer-based techniques, and advanced materials, ensure that graduates with these highly developed managerial skills are in demand for overseeing complex projects.  

For those interested in further academic pursuits, suitably qualified graduates can also pursue the MSc in Construction Innovation, and PhD degrees specialising in various areas of research within the discipline.  

Project & Construction Management students undertake a paid work placement as an integral part of their programme. This provides invaluable industry exposure with a diverse range of employers, for example [COMPANIES]. Some students use this opportunity to pursue an international work placement. Many of our students completed their placement overseas, gaining experience in the UK, USA, Germany, South America, and Australia. 

The BSc in Project & Construction Management is a 4-year interdisciplinary programme designed to provide extensive training in both construction and project management. 

The programme incorporates input from a variety of experts, both from within the university and from industry, covering areas such as construction, management, accounting, economics, and computing. 

You will be trained in the fundamentals of civil engineering, construction, business, and economics. The curriculum progresses to cover managerial and accounting principles, human resources management, and financial management concepts. Other key areas include health & safety law, quality management, and planning, with an emphasis on evolving environmental concerns and sustainability issues. 

A unique aspect of the programme’s delivery involves students being exposed to real-world problems from an early stage by working with community partners. This provides valuable opportunities for creative problem-solving in a practical, community-based context.  

Furthermore, students gain significant practical experience through an industrial placement in 3rd year. The course aims to provide you with the capacity to critically analyse and apply problem solving skills across a growing and diverse number of construction specialisms.  

Course queries: 
civilengineering@universityofgalway.ie   

Programme Director(s):  
Dr Indiana Olbert 
School of Engineering
College of Science & Engineering
E: indiana.olbert@universityofgalway.ie 

Q: What is Project & Construction Management about?
A: The course provides extensive training in both construction management and project management, focusing on delivering large, complex projects efficiently, within budget, and to the required quality. 

Q: What kind of industries can I work with in this degree? 
A: While rooted in construction, project management skills are highly marketable across a wide range of industries including biopharma, technology, science, IT, pharmaceutical, and agribusiness.  

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, Mathematics, and either Laboratory Sciences subject (such as Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry (joint), Physics or Computer Science), Technology, Engineering, Design and Communication Graphics or Construction Studies, and any other subjects recognised for entry purposes. 

Additional Requirements  
Students must obtain a minimum Grade O3 or H7 in Mathematics or, alternatively places available (which may vary in number year to year) may be allocated to those candidates who have achieved the points requirement for the programme that year, who satisfy the general requirements for Matriculation in the School of Engineering and who attain a Pass in the Engineering Maths Qualifying Examination. The places available will be allocated in strict order of merit based points attained in the Leaving Certificate. Due to capacity constraints, not all candidates who achieve a pass in the examination may receive an offer.

Alternative Pathways
The Access Centre at University of Galway provides a number of alternative entry routes to undergraduate programmes. See below some useful links: 

• QQI/FET/FETAC Places
• Mature Students
• Access and Foundation programmes
• HEAR Scheme
• DARE Scheme 

Other Qualifications
If you are a school leaver presenting results other than Leaving Cert results, please review the entry requirements relevant to you:  

• A Level students
• International Baccalaureate students
• EU students 

For applicants whose first language is not English, it is important to check our English Language Requirements.  

Admissions Office 
Our Admissions Office provides additional detail relevant to CAO applicants including key dates, FAQs and instructions for non-school leavers.  

Irish and European (EU/EFTA/UK) Applicants
Apply via the CAO. See the CAO Handbook for useful information on applying through the CAO.  

Mature Applicants 
Apply via the CAO by 1 February. To apply for a place as a mature student, you must be 23 years of age on or before 1 January of the year of entry. Further information available here.  

QQI/FET/FETAC Applicants 
Apply via the CAO. See our QQI/FET/FETAC Applicants page for information on places available and entry requirements, 

Fees for Academic Year 2025/2026

Course Type	Year	EU Tuition	Student Contribution	Non-EU Tuition	Levy	Total Fee	Total EU Fee	Total Non-EU Fee
	All	€4,268	€3,000	€27,000	€140	€3,140	€7,408	€27,140

• Most EU students applying through the CAO will be eligible for the ‘Free Fees Initiative’. You can find out more here.
• If you are eligible for a means tested SUSI grant this may cover 100% of this Student Contribution Charge. If you are 100% eligible SUSI will pay the Student Contribution Charge of €3,000 on your behalf. 
• The Student Levy It is payable by all students and it is not covered by SUSI
• Where the course duration is greater than 1 year, there is an inflationary increase approved of 3.4% per annum for continuing year fees. This applies to non-EU fees.
• You can find additional detail on the Fees Office webpage including FAQs and how fee status is assessed.

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The School of Engineering also offers a number of scholarships. Click here for further information 

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