Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship
The course content and structure for the Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship are informed by contemporary research into project management as a discipline as well as incorporating advice and guidance from employers and the Association for Project Management (APM). The course teaching team were also closely involved in the development of the Degree Apprenticeship standard and thus understand the journey that your apprentices will take from joining the programme to successfully graduating as a qualified Project Manager.
We'll provide your apprentices with the theoretical knowledge and understanding of project management, and help them develop as critical, reflective thinkers and life-long learners with the ability to recognise the value and place of both and their role in applying principles to practice. Apprentices will be encouraged to see the links between theory and practice in the workplace, and develop knowledge, skills and behaviours progressively against the Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship Standard.
Apprentices will be awarded a Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) qualification alongside a BSc (Hons) upon completing your degree.
Year One
Apprentices start with Project Management Concepts, covering key terminology and practices based on the APM Body of Knowledge. In Principles of Project Planning, they learn to use scheduling software to plan project work. Projects and Organisations explores why and how organisations deliver projects, while Stakeholders & Communication focuses on developing effective communication and engagement strategies. Project Professionalism 1 introduces self-reflection and portfolio-building, supporting long-term development.
Year Two
Project Methods and Tools covers various delivery approaches, from traditional to Agile. Project Teams and Communication focuses on developing teamwork and collaboration skills essential for project delivery. In Controlling Projects, apprentices study how to manage and monitor projects during delivery phases. Organisational Change highlights the importance of embedding project outcomes within the organisation. Project Professionalism 2 revisits portfolio development, encouraging reflection and evidence gathering for assessment.
Year Three
Project, Programme and Portfolio Management examines how projects fit within wider organisational structures and governance. People and Projects explores leadership in project environments, considering how leaders influence change initiatives. Commercial Risk and Contract Management covers procurement, contracts, and risk management within project delivery. Preparing for Gateway ensures all necessary evidence and competencies are in place before progressing to the final assessment stage.
Year Four
End Point Assessment (PMDA) is the final stage, where apprentices demonstrate full occupational competence. This assessment includes a significant independent project and acts as the honours component of the degree, confirming both professional and academic achievement.
- Develop robust business cases and learn project planning and control, alongside focusing on personal and professional development.
- Study stakeholder and communications management.
- Learn how to schedule development and management.
- Lead and manage teams.
- Work with projects, programmes and portfolios.
- Manage contract and commercial arrangements.
- Minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points
- GCSE Maths and English at C/4 or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted.
- Evidence of successful study at Level 3, A-Level, or equivalent.
- Government funding rules require that an apprentice must have the right to live and work in the UK, must be in employment, paid at least the legal minimum wage.
- Apprentices must be under a contract of employment which lasts for the full duration of the apprenticeship, typically working 30 hours per week.
