Building Information Modelling Project Management Higher Level Apprenticeship

The course’s primary focus is on project management using the Building Information Modelling (BIM) process, which is the industry standard design, analysis, construction and operations management tool in the UK. You will learn the tools and processes, management standards and theories that you need to be able to sustainably manage a construction project in the digital age.



The course is all about balancing theory and practice – a mixture of hands-on building, manipulation and management of models, as well as consideration of the higher level analytical and critical thinking skills that come with Masters level education.



Lectures and workshops are taken by a mixture of research active academic staff and industrial practitioners, bringing cutting edge research combined with real world experiences into the classroom. We have strong links with industry including guest lectures from AECOM, the Kane Group, BAM Ireland and Graham Construction.



About you:

The HLA is a work / study programme so you will already be in employment, or have a firm offer of employment from a company in a planning-related sector which supports your application.



You could be from any construction related background, including Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction, Construction Law.



You will have a keen interest in BIM and digital construction. You may already have experience using BIM – hands on experience of BIM is not necessary for starting the course, but it can be useful.



This course is subject to renewal approval by DfE

Core Modules

Research Methods for Managers (10 credits)

Project Co-Ordination, Planning and Control (10 credits)

Technical BIM Implementation (30 credits)

Building Information Modelling in Practice (10 credits)

Dissertation (60 credits)

Project Planning for Sustainability (20 credits)

Emerging Digital Technology (20 credits)

Procurement, Contract Administration and Law (20 credits)

Entrance requirements

Graduate

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant discipline e.g. Architecture, Engineering or Social Science, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.



Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by case-basis.



Students wishing to apply for this Higher-Level Apprenticeship should also upload their CV and a letter of support from their employer (combined in one file). The employer’s letter of support must state that the employer supports their application, that they are prepared to release them from work for one day per week to attend the course, and that, if they are an existing employee, they need this qualification for a new role. The new role can be a change of title/role within the company.



This Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) is fully funded by the DfE therefore it is not open to international applicants. Further information on eligibility criteria for Higher Level Apprenticeships can be found at https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/higher-level-apprenticeships

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 30th June 2026 for courses which commence in late September. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.

3 years (Part Time)

Entry Year: Academic Year 2026/27

Career Prospects

Many Higher Level Apprentices take this course to aid boost their career progression or become a chartered professional. This course will equip you with the management skills you will need to advance your career to the next level.



Postgraduate benefits

Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to increasing skills, while innovative leadership and executive programmes alongside sterling integration with business experts helps our students gain key leadership positions both nationally and internationally.



Our dedicated Careers, Employability and Skills hub can help you position yourself to achieve your career goals on graduation:

http://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/