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BSc (Hons) - Project Management (BAE Systems PMDA)

Are you ready to embark upon a journey that combines academic excellence with real world skills?
This programme is designed to equip aspiring Project Managers with the skills and knowledge to lead teams on a multitude of exciting projects, accredited by the Association for Project Management.
Undertaking a degree apprenticeship provides a unique opportunity to earn a prestigious degree whilst working and gaining valuable industry experience. With an engaging blend of theoretical foundations and hands-on learning, you will graduate with the skills you need to tackle complex projects with confidence.
This course is designed for learners that are employed by BAE Systems as apprentice Project Managers. As such, applications for this course are made to BAE Systems, not University of Cumbria.

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Course Overview

This closed cohort programme is designed in partnership with BAE Systems, to fulfil the training requirements for learners employed on the Project Management Degree Apprenticeships (PMDA) route.
The PMDA programme offers the best of both worlds! The University of Cumbria delivers the education component, ensuring you receive a high quality degree, while BAE Systems provides valuable work experience, giving you real world exposure and the opportunity to apply your learning.
You’ll undertake four taught years, each worth 80 credits of engaging and relevant learning, alongside your work placements that allow you to gain a well-rounded perspective and hone your project management abilities. In your final year, you’ll embark on your end-point assessment, which upon completion, will earn you your highly coveted degree, but also make you eligible for a membership of the Association for Project Management.
A minimum of 20% of your time will be spent learning the theoretical knowledge required for completing the programme.

On this course you will...

Be taught a course crafted by experienced project management professionals and academic experts. You’ll gain a deep understanding of project planning, risk management, budgeting, stakeholder engagement and other crucial aspects of project management. You will be gifted knowledge that directly applies to the challenges you will face in the real world.
Learn by doing. We believe in the power of experiential learning. You’ll work on real projects and have the chance to apply your skills, enhancing your learning experience.
Become a strong leader. You’ll develop essential leadership and team management skills; learning to motivate and inspire project teams, delegate tasks effectively and foster a collaborative and high performing work environment.

Key Details

Recruiting toClosed Cohort
Course LocationBlended Learning
Lancaster
Work-based
Institute Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership
Mode of Delivery A blend of in-person delivery, online study and work-based experience
Course Duration Part-time: 5 Years
Course Start PointSeptember
AwardBSc (Hons)
Open DaysLancaster
All

Minimum entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points

UK Tuition fees

N/A

Tuition Fees Policy

Course Structure

What you will learn

This programme aims:
* to provide students with a sound academic programme giving them the opportunity to attain as degree level education
* to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and understanding of project management
* to develop students as critical, reflective thinkers and life-long learners with the ability to recognise value and place of both and their role in applying principles to practice
* to enable students to draw links between theory and practice and apply theory to the workplace
* to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours progressively against the Project Management Degree Apprenticeship standard
* to develop fully competent Project Managers capable of operating within organisational expectations of professional practice and capability.

Year one

In year 1 you concentrate on learning the basic principles of project management and developing standard project management skills.

Principles of Project Management
Academic & Professional Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Project Planning & Resource Management

Year two

Year two finishes off the fundamental aspects of project management and provides an opportunity to reflect upon the knowledge and experience gained so far. The content then moves on to explore team working and how projects fit into the wider business processes and supply chains.

Project Finance Management
Projects in Action
Business operations & supply chains
Project Teams

Year three

In year three you will continue to consolidate your understanding of project management tools and techniques.

Legal, Ethical and Sustainability Issues
Project Control & Risk Management
Leading and Managing Change Projects
Projects in Contemporary Organisations

Year four

In year four you will learn about topics that sit beyond project management itself but relate to how that is then performed within an organisational setting.

Strategic Planning & The Business Case
Effective Leadership & Governance
Contemporary Project Management Office
Professional Development

Year five

Year five is the final year of academic study. You will undertake a project in the workplace to demonstrate your competence against the knowledge, skills and behaviours defined in the PMDA standard. The project and the assessment take place with in a 6 month window that begins once you pass through the gateway stage.

End Point Assessment

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

UK Tuition fees

N/A

International Tuition fees

The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs.

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

Funding

Degree apprenticeships are only offered to students undertaking the course as part of their employment. The apprenticeship training is therefore funded by the employer using their apprenticeship levy, with or without a contribution depending on the size and status of the organisation.

Apprentices will not be required to pay any fees and will not be eligible for Student Finance England maintenance support as they are in receipt of a salary. See further information on our Information for Aspiring Apprentices page.

The University will typically charge the maximum fee for the standard, before applying reductions based on accepted prior learning which is determined at application on an individual basis. To discuss sponsoring a learner on programme please contact apprenticeships@cumbria.ac.uk.

More Information

We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, grants and funds available to support you throughout your studies with us. This includes the Cumbria Bursary - a non-repayable bursary designed to support first year students with a household income of less than £25,000..

Student Finance

Additional Costs

Stationery, printing and digital storage

Approximately £30 to £40 per year

RequiredPer yearStationery

You should budget for stationery and consumables for personal use. These may include notebooks, pens and pencils, digital storage devices, printing and photocopying. The amount you spend will depend on your study preferences.

Books and journals

Approximately £50 to £300 over the course of your studies

OptionalThroughout the courseBooks and journals

Most core textbooks and journals are available through the University library. You may choose to purchase personal copies of books or other resources used to support your studies.

Some courses recommend particular books or provide an estimated annual budget for purchasing personal copies. Search for your course below for details.

Technology requirements

Cost depends on the equipment and internet service you choose

RequiredThroughout the courseDigital learning and IT

You will need regular access to a laptop or computer capable of accessing the internet and running software such as a word processor and Microsoft Teams. Microsoft 365 is provided as part of your studies. You will also need a reliable internet connection. The amount you spend will depend on the equipment and internet service you choose.

Information on borrowing university laptops

Equipment

Provided by your employer

Information onlyEquipment

Anything you need for the course will be provided by your employer.

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BSc (Hons) - Project Management (BAE Systems PMDA)