MSc in Management in the Built Environment
A master’s programme designed to advance careers in construction, infrastructure, and facilities management through interdisciplinary built environment expertise.
Best for:Best for professionals with a background in civil engineering, architecture, or related built environment fields seeking to advance into management roles with specialised expertise.
Overview
This master’s programme at SETU Carlow focuses on equipping graduates with advanced skills in managing projects, assets, and operations within the built environment sector. It caters to professionals seeking to specialise in areas like construction management, facilities management, and architectural technology. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, preparing students for leadership roles in sustainable and innovative infrastructure development. Ideal for those with a background in civil engineering, architecture, or related disciplines, the programme also considers experienced candidates through recognition of prior learning (RPL).
What you'll do
- Develop advanced skills in managing construction projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Apply knowledge of facilities management to optimise operational efficiency and asset performance in built environments.
- Engage in sustainable construction practices to promote environmentally responsible infrastructure development.
- Analyse and solve complex challenges in infrastructure asset management using interdisciplinary approaches.
- Collaborate with industry professionals to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications in the built environment sector.
Requirements
Degree required: A minimum 2nd class Honours Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Facilities Management, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Building Surveying, Architecture, Architectural Science, or an equivalent qualification in a cognate discipline.
Language: English proficiency sufficient for academic study and professional communication (no specific test mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in built environment disciplines or related fields.
- Experience in project management or construction-related roles (if applying via RPL).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to infrastructure challenges.
- Candidates with significant experience in the built environment sector may be considered through SETU Carlow’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
- Applicants with degrees in non-cognate disciplines may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-08-28
Applicants must submit their application through the official SETU Carlow portal. Required documents include academic transcripts, proof of degree, and a statement of purpose. Candidates applying via RPL must provide detailed evidence of their prior experience and qualifications.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of degree (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Evidence of professional experience (for RPL applicants)
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