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PhD in Construction Management 

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The Ph.D in Construction Management prepares students for extensive research and careers in academia, industry, and government while providing a broad knowledge of construction­related disciplines. The Ph.D in Construction Management deals with developing new methods and technologies that allow for efficient and cost-effective construction. Construction managers and engineers are critical to the planning, execution, and closeout of construction projects at all levels and across industries. The CM graduate student will have an in-depth education in state-of-the-art construction specializations, including sustainable construction, hazard management construction, building information modeling, decision-making, and advanced productivity, explored through three primary focus areas: Facilities Management, Construction Engineering, and Construction Management.

The Ph.D in Construction requires a minimum of 54 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree and a dissertation acceptable to the advisory committee and the Graduate School. Students must complete at least 42 credit hours of required and elective non-research coursework and at least 12 credit hours of dissertation research. All courses are selected with a faculty advisor and approved by the dissertation research committee. The doctoral advisor (dissertation advisory committee chair) must be a graduate faculty from the Department of Construction Management. The committee will include the student's doctoral advisor and at least two additional graduate faculty members such that the LSU Graduate School's requirements for graduate committees are satisfied. 

An individualized program of study that meets the minimum curricular requirements will be developed for each student in consultation with their doctoral advisor and approved by the dissertation advisory committee. Ph.D. students must pass a departmental qualifying exam and a general exam per graduate school requirements. The qualifying exam is an oral exam designed to assess a graduate student's knowledge competency in their chosen field of study and their ability to conduct original research resulting in a dissertation. Following the qualifying exam, the student and advisory committee formalize the plan of study. The general exam may include oral and written components at the discretion of the committee. The advisory committee will evaluate the dissertation proposal developed by the student during the general exam. A dissertation must be produced by the student and approved by the committee. The final examination is an oral defense of the dissertation. 

Ph.D in Construction Management (CM) courses include:

Required courses (6 credit hours).

• CM 7010 - Research Methods in Construction Management (3 credit hours), or equivalent
• A course in statistical inference or experimental statistics or statistical techniques, or equivalent (3 credit hours)

Construction Elective Courses (12 credit hours)

Four (4) CM courses eligible for graduate credit.

Other Elective Courses (24 credit hours minimum)

These courses may be additional Construction courses and/or courses from other university programs to satisfy the needs of research goals or career objectives. Selected courses must be approved by the student's committee.

Dissertation Research Hours (12 credit hours minimum): 

CM 9000 Dissertation 

The curricular requirements include: 

• At least half of the coursework must be at the 7000-level.
• A minimum core requirement of 6 credit hours in research design and statistics.
• A minimum of 12 credit hours in construction management (CM) elective courses.

School of Planning, Design and Construction

Phd concentration in construction management.

Graduates of this program will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct scholarly research and understand the effects of plans, regulations, design, materials, project management techniques and construction systems on the economic, environmental and social concerns of stakeholders and society.

What Diverse Specializations Are Offered?

• Sustainable and Energy Efficient Design and Construction.
• Integrative Project Delivery Practices and Methods.
• Building Information Modeling and Other Computer Applications.
• Construction Management Information Systems.
• Lean Construction.
• International Project Management.
• Construction Safety and Economics.
• Estimating, Scheduling and Project Controls.
• Construction Contracts and Legal Aspects.
• Domicology.
• Construction Education

Why Should You Apply?

• High-quality education and unique experiences to prepare you for both academic and industry careers in construction management.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge research with established faculty members that are recognized scholars in their fields.
• Accelerated professional advancement.

Who Can Apply?

Preferred backgrounds include:

• Construction management.
• Architecture.
• Engineering.
• Urban planning.
• Business management.
• Real estate.

Degree Requirements

The PhD Curriculum culminates in a dissertation that represents state-of-the-art analysis combined with practical applications. This is a 45-credit program that can start in fall or spring semesters.

Degree Requirements and PhD Student Handbook

Download the degree requirements and the PhD Graduate Student Handbook .

How to Apply

Admissions requirements.

This document outlines the details for admission to our PhD programs.

Contact the PhD Program Director, for academic, research and program-related inquiries.

Dong Zhao LEED®AP

Director, Planning, Design and Construction Doctorate Program [email protected]

Graduate Program Coordinator

For application, admission and administrative inquiries.

Jordan Kenyon

Graduate Program Coordinator [email protected]

Advisory Faculty for PhD Concentration in Construction Management

Tariq Abdelhamid

Associate Professor, Construction Management [email protected] 517-432-6188

George Berghorn, LEED AP BD+C, CGP

Assistant Professor, Construction Management and Research Director for Mass Timber at MSU [email protected] 517-353-8756

Mohamed El-Gafy, PE

Associate Professor, Construction Management [email protected] 517-432-6512

Sinem Mollaoglu, LEED®AP, CGP

Professor, Construction Management [email protected] 517-353-3252

Matt Syal, LEED©AP, CPC, CGP

Professor, Construction Management; Adjunct Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering [email protected] 517-432-2951

Armin Yeganeh

Assistant Professor, Construction Management [email protected] 517-432-3288

Dong Zhao, LEED®AP

PhD Program Director; Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering [email protected] 517-432-3242

Ph.D. in Planning, Design and Construction

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Doctor of Professional Practice in Construction Law (LLD. Construction Law)

Leeds beckett university, different course options.

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LLD - Doctor of Laws

Subject areas

Construction Construction Management (General) Building Law & Regulations Health Studies

Course type

This doctorate focuses on research in construction law and dispute resolution. The construction industry increasingly recognises the importance of resolving disputes efficiently and quickly to maintain commercial relationships and keep cash flowing within the industry.

This doctorate will be of interest to professionals working in construction, law or a related field. Our professional doctorates will provide you the opportunity to demonstrate and develop advanced knowledge and skills necessary to undertake and complete a practical research and development project. Candidates will need to submit a 1,000 word research proposal alongside the standard doctoral application form. This will detail the area they will be investigating and should include a title, purpose of the project, references to relevant existing literature, methodology and proposed outcomes.

UK fees Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

International fees Course fees for EU and international students

For successful entry candidates will normally be required to provide evidence of the following: Qualifications - Undergraduate Degree with a minimum 2:1 classification; Work Experience - A minimum of 3 years applied experience working within the built environment & engineering field.

LLM/PgDip/PgCert Construction Law

University of strathclyde, msc/pgdip/pgcert advanced construction technologies & bim, real estate msc, oxford brookes university.

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Lawyers, engineers, surveyors – the Centre of Construction Law & Dispute Resolution brings together students, academics and professionals from across the industry. Our work helps solve construction issues worldwide, from arbitration to supply chain management.

We divide our time between our two main activities – teaching and research. The teaching focuses on the two-year  MSc Construction Law & Dispute Resolution , which brings together professionals from all over the world. Our diverse community provides the ideal environment to hear and explore new perspectives, and our  alumni group  are very active in arranging events to continue those conversations after graduation.

A major benefit of the course is how our impactful research features directly within the curriculum. That research covers a wide range of areas, all focused on making the world a better place through new models of construction law. Whether it’s improving sustainability or creating better conditions for communities, our work is generating real results in the industry. Our work focuses on six key areas:

• International construction arbitration
• Statutory Adjudication in the UK and globally
• Dispute Boards, enforcement of DAB and DAAB decisions, and interaction of Dispute Boards with other forms of dispute resolution
• Collaborative construction procurement
• The link between technology and the implementation of construction projects
• The rights of residents

As a unique and very specialised centre, we’re well placed to complement the work of industry bodies and academic departments from other universities. Our partners include University of Cambridge, the Ministry of Housing, Cabinet Office and Local Government, and the many organisations involved in our signature project, the FAC-1 Framework Alliance Contract.

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Coordinated JD/PhD Program

Harvard Law School and the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

The Coordinated JD/PhD Program is designed for students interested in completing interdisciplinary work at Harvard University and is founded on the belief that students’ legal studies and their arts and sciences graduate studies can be mutually enriched through this pursuit. Students completing the coordinated program receive a JD from Harvard Law School (HLS) and a PhD from the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  (Harvard Griffin GSAS). It is expected that these students will be strong candidates for teaching posts at law schools and in arts and sciences programs, as well as for other positions in law and academia. Prospective students interested in the coordinated program may reach out to  HLS J.D. Admissions  and the  Harvard Griffin GSAS Office of Admissions  to learn more. Current and admitted students interested in the coordinated program are encouraged to contact  April Pettit , in the Office of Academic Affairs at HLS for questions about the JD program, or  Dan Volchok , Assistant Dean of Student Success at Harvard Griffin GSAS for questions about the PhD programs.

Prospective students must separately apply to and be admitted to both HLS and a Harvard Griffin GSAS PhD program in order to participate in the coordinated JD/PhD program.

• Students enrolled in HLS, but not yet admitted to Harvard Griffin GSAS, must apply to Harvard Griffin GSAS no later than the 2L year, meeting the Harvard Griffin GSAS application deadline for matriculation the following year.
• Students enrolled in Harvard Griffin GSAS, but not yet admitted to HLS, should apply to HLS no later than the G3 year, meeting the HLS application deadline for matriculation the following year.
• Please see below for details about participation in the coordinated program for Harvard Griffin GSAS students who apply and are admitted to HLS after the G3 year.

Once admitted to both schools, students must submit a proposed Plan of Study to the coordinated program no later than October 1 of the academic year following admission to both schools. Students should submit the Plan of Study to April Pettit in the Office of Academic Affairs at HLS.

Please note: Harvard Griffin GSAS students who apply to and are admitted to HLS after the G3 year at Harvard Griffin GSAS must then separately apply to the coordinated program. The application to the coordinated program should include (1) a statement detailing the way in which the student plans to integrate his or her legal studies with his or her graduate studies including how work done at HLS will inform the dissertation work and vice versa; and (2) a letter of support from the primary Harvard Griffin GSAS advisor; and (3) the Plan of Study.

The JD/PhD committee will review the applications to determine admission to the coordinated program.

Students will be registered in only one School during any given semester/term. Pursuant to ABA rules, students must  complete all requirements for the JD degree within seven years of the date they first enroll in HLS ; they may graduate from HLS before completing the PhD. Students must have satisfactorily completed at least 16 half courses in their Harvard Griffin GSAS department to receive the PhD. Students in the coordinated program will have two primary faculty advisors, one at HLS and one at Harvard Griffin GSAS, who will jointly advise students.

Students will be expected to complete the first-year program, three upper-level fall or spring semesters, and two winter terms at HLS, for a total of five fall and spring semesters and three winter terms. In lieu of the sixth HLS semester generally required of JD students, students in the coordinated program may take a semester at Harvard Griffin GSAS, completing courses or dissertation work pre-approved by HLS, and equivalent to at least 10 HLS credits. This Harvard Griffin GSAS semester may be taken only after a student has matriculated at HLS and completed their entire first year of study there. Students and their faculty advisors will determine the most appropriate sequencing for each student’s course of study, keeping in mind the HLS course, credit, and residency requirements for this program.

Course and Credit Requirements

First-year program.

The first year at HLS consists of (1) Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law, Legislation and Regulation, Property, and Torts; (2) First-year Legal Research and Writing; (3) January Experiential Term; and (4) a spring upper-level elective at HLS of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 classroom credits.

Upper-Level Years

Credit and residency requirements.

Students must earn no fewer than 52 credits beyond the first year, including 36 HLS classroom credits. Classroom credits include those connected to courses, seminars and reading groups, but not writing or clinical credits. The 36 required classroom credits also include the required minimum of two credits to satisfy the Professional Responsibility Requirement and credits from the required winter terms (provided that the course chosen offers classroom credits). Of the remaining 16 required HLS credits, a maximum of ten are earned through courses or tutorials taken in Harvard Griffin GSAS and/or for dissertation writing (see below). Note that students must have their advisor’s approval before engaging in a semester of Harvard Griffin GSAS dissertation writing that is expected to count toward the HLS credit requirements . The remaining six required HLS credits may be earned in classroom, writing or clinical courses.

While at HLS, students must be enrolled in a minimum of ten total credits each semester in HLS or Harvard Griffin GSAS, with no fewer than eight of these being HLS classroom credits toward the requirement of 36 HLS classroom credits.

Winter Term Requirement

Students also must enroll in the HLS winter term two times during their upper-level years in the program. Each of the winter terms must follow a fall term enrollment or precede a spring term enrollment at HLS. Students may register for a course of two or three credits. JD/PhD students will be permitted to spend one of the winter terms in the HLS Winter Writing Program, provided they are engaged in written work for HLS credit according to the rules of that program.

Written Work Requirement

JD/PhD students must complete the JD Written Work Requirement. Students are permitted to satisfy the requirement with a portion of their dissertation, provided this work meets HLS standards for written work. However, any portion of the dissertation counted toward the JD Written Work Requirement cannot also be used as part of the 10 HLS-equivalent credits earned during a student’s Harvard Griffin GSAS semester. Further information about the J.D. Written Work Requirement and the Winter Term Writing Program is available from the HLS Registrar’s Office .

Pro Bono Requirement

JD/PhD students must complete the  HLS Pro Bono Requirement  of 50 hours of public service.

Residency Requirement

A minimum of two years of full-time study in residence is required for all PhD programs in the Harvard Griffin GSAS. During the period of registration at HLS, coordinated JD/PhD students will have “study-at-another-Harvard-school” status in Harvard Griffin GSAS.

Structure of Academic Work

Students will ordinarily be enrolled for at least four years (8 terms) in Harvard Griffin GSAS. They must complete at least 16 half courses to receive their PhD. Students may cross-register for a limited number of Harvard Griffin GSAS courses during their upper-level terms at HLS. Depending on the Harvard Griffin GSAS department, these courses may count toward the PhD. However, JD/PhD students may count a maximum of 10 credits from Harvard Griffin GSAS coursework or dissertation writing toward the JD. Therefore, students planning to spend a semester enrolled at Harvard Griffin GSAS taking courses or writing the dissertation for which they will earn 10 HLS credits may not also count cross-registered Harvard Griffin GSAS courses toward the JD.

General Examinations

In most departments, once having completed the required coursework, students must pass a general examination or other preliminary or qualifying examinations before undertaking independent research on a dissertation. Normally, when the nature of the field and previous preparation permit, students should pass these examinations by the end of the second year of full-time academic residence.

PhD Dissertation

The student’s dissertation prospectus must be approved by the department. A student who wishes to present as a dissertation a published article, series of articles, book or other document, or a manuscript that has been accepted for publication, must have the approval of the department concerned. In no case, however, may a dissertation be presented that has already been submitted toward another degree, either at Harvard or elsewhere. The Dissertation Acceptance Certificate must be signed by at least three readers approved by the student’s department, two of whom must be members of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS). FAS emeriti (including research professors) and faculty members from other schools at Harvard who hold appointments on GSAS degree committees are authorized to sign the Dissertation Acceptance Certificates as FAS members. GSAS strongly recommends that the chair of the dissertation committee be a member of FAS. The third reader may be a member of the HLS faculty.

Requirement of Satisfactory Status

Continuous registration, a satisfactory grade record, and evidence that satisfactory progress is being made toward the degree are required of all candidates for graduate degrees offered by FAS. All students in Harvard Griffin GSAS must be making satisfactory progress in order to be eligible for any type of financial aid and teaching. The following five provisions are the general definition of satisfactory progress during registration in Harvard Griffin GSAS:

• During the first two years of graduate study any student who has completed expected requirements is considered to be making satisfactory progress.
• In each of the first two years, a student must have achieved the minimum grade-point average required by the faculty, a B average. (see Harvard Griffin GSAS Policies: Grade and Examination Requirements ).
• By the end of the third year, a student must have passed general examinations or the departmental equivalent.
• By the end of the fourth year, a student must have obtained approval of a dissertation prospectus or its departmental equivalent.
• By the end of the fifth year and each subsequent year during which a student is allowed to register, they must have produced at least one acceptable chapter of the dissertation.

For more information about satisfactory progress, please see Harvard Griffin GSAS Policies .

Other Requirements

Ordinarily, programs will have a language requirement and an expectation of teaching. Students should consult with their Harvard Griffin GSAS departments for more information about these requirements.

There are a number of possible academic schedules for students pursuing both degrees. Three sequences are outlined below, but students may propose alternative sequences. In considering their courses of study, students should be aware that their financial aid packages might be affected at the school in which they defer enrollment.

Year 1: HLS Year 2: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 3: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 4: HLS Year 5: 1st term, HLS Year 5: 2nd term, Harvard Griffin GSAS (earning the equivalent of 10 HLS credits in dissertation work) Following year(s): Harvard Griffin GSAS until completion of dissertation

Year 1: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 2: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 3: HLS Year 4: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 5: HLS Year 6: 1st term, HLS Year 6: 2nd term, Harvard Griffin GSAS (earning the equivalent of 10 HLS credits in dissertation work) Following year(s): Harvard Griffin GSAS until completion of dissertation

Year 1: HLS Year 2: HLS Year 3: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 4: Harvard Griffin GSAS Year 5: 1st term, HLS Year 5: 2nd term, Harvard Griffin GSAS (earning the equivalent of 10 HLS credits in dissertation work) Following year(s): Harvard Griffin GSAS until completion of dissertation

Updated Plans of Study

By October 1 each year, current JD/PhD students should submit an updated Plan of Study to April Pettit, in the HLS Office of Academic Affairs.

Other Academic Information

Faculty advising.

Students in the program will have primary faculty advisors at both HLS and at Harvard Griffin GSAS. If possible, HLS faculty advisors should be selected before the completion of the 2L year. The HLS faculty advisor must sign off on any dissertation writing a student expects to use for JD credit. In some Harvard Griffin GSAS departments, the director of graduate studies serves as the faculty advisor during the first two years of study. Faculty advisors will supervise students’ academic work, advise students on their courses of study and on specific classes appropriate for their PhD work, and approve the courses of study for their students on an annual basis. If appropriate, the HLS advisor will be the third reader on the student’s dissertation committee, with at least two readers required to be members of FAS.

Leaving the JD/PhD Program

If a student fails to make adequate progress toward the PhD, the student’s faculty advisors will be permitted to withdraw the student from the program. In such cases, in order to receive the JD degree, a student will still need to meet the graduation and credit requirements for the JD degree.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Harvard law school.

Students must pay five semesters of full tuition. Students will be eligible for HLS financial aid for all semesters during which they pay tuition to HLS. For more information on Financial Aid, visit the Student Financial Services Financial Aid webpage .

Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

The minimum financial requirement for the PhD is at least four terms of full tuition followed by two years of reduced tuition and a facilities fee unless the degree is completed in less than four years. The financial aid awarded upon admission to the PhD program is available during those terms in which the student is enrolled in Harvard Griffin GSAS. Students should refer to their notice of financial support provided by their department upon admission to Harvard Griffin GSAS. Students should consult with their GSAS departments for more information.

Administrative Information

The HLS Registrar’s Office, the FAS Registrar’s Office, the GSAS Assistant Dean of Student Success, the HLS Associate Director of Academic Affairs, and the appropriate financial aid officers, will coordinate on students’ registration status and updated plans of study.

Housing and Student Life

GSAS and HLS will work together to ensure that the student services offered by both Schools are available to JD/PhD students during all their years in the Coordinated Program, including career and counseling offices, financial aid offices, student centers, and alumni offices. Students in the coordinated program will have email accounts at both schools throughout the program. Disability services and visa requirements will be coordinated on a case-by-case basis by the HLS Dean of Students and Registrar and by the Harvard Griffin GSAS Assistant Dean for Student Success. Students may apply for housing through either School for the years in which they are enrolled for at least one semester/term at both Schools. In all other years, students must apply for housing to the School in which they are enrolled.

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Master of Laws

Llm construction law.

A Master of Laws (LLM) in Construction Law, offered by The University of Law, is a postgraduate degree designed for law and non-law graduates to enhance your academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognised Master’s course will give you the skills to enhance or pursue a career as a business owner, legal specialist, shipping specialist and maritime governance.

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree

Course requirements ➔

Next start date

September 2024, study online.

If you’re looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?

The law in context

Gain essential in-depth knowledge and insight in your chosen area of law and understand the importance of legal rules as they are applied in the real world.

Our Employment Stats

• 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data). Contains HESA Data: Copyright Jisc 2022.

Taught by subject experts

Taught by a combination of former and current practitioners, as well as research and teaching academics who are focused on legal practice, not just theory.

Course Details

The LLM Construction Law is an innovative, flexible programme that will provide you with the opportunity to explore issues surrounding Construction Law. Students will explore issues such as construction contracts; vicarious performance and insolvency; FIDIC (International) Conditions Silver Book; Engineering and Construction Contract (NEC); and Dispute Resolution. On completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to conduct and evaluate research and use your learnings to offer resolutions that best reflect the situation.

When you study the LLM Construction Law with us you will:

• Be taught by our expert lecturers , including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics. 
• Learn about the context within which construction law operates and interplays with other areas such as economics and politics.
• Research and critically evaluate the key theories, concepts and principles of construction law as applied in the UK.
• Benefit from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators and accreditation bodies, which inform our programme development.
• Improve your employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping your career with our careers team.
• Strengthen your network - connect with other students, faculty and industry professionals on an international scale, and seek out opportunities for future placements and job opportunities.
• Increase your earning potential - the 2022 Graduate Labour Market Statistics found that postgraduates on average earn £6,500 more than their graduate counterparts.
• Get ahead of the competition - gain in-depth knowledge of your topic of interest and become a subject expert, which will provide you with a competitive edge in the job market.
• Enjoy flexibility - We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different. That’s why we offer a wide range of study modes (full-time, part-time, on campus, online) across our courses to provide you with the greatest choice and flexibility you need to succeed in your studies. 
• Prepare for the future of Legal Technology – study modules in legal technology and gain insight into this emerging area of law.

Course Structure

Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time).

In addition to a general induction to the programme, there is a two-week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System. This is compulsory for non-law students, but also open to students wanting a refresher in the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales. This would be useful for any student who has taken a considerable break from legal education.

Compulsory modules include:

• Construction Law
• Research Methods Training to help you prepare for your dissertation

You may then choose three* from the list of elective modules which includes modules such as:

• International Commercial Law
• International Trade Law
• Maritime Law

View the elective module guide

*All elective modules are subject to availability.

Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time)

Dissertation in Construction Law.

Course Start Dates

• Full-time: London Moorgate
• Part-time: London Moorgate

February 2025

Study LLM Construction Law Online starting September 2024 or February 2025

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The course demands show you the requirements, prior knowledge and commitments our course will involve.

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If you’re looking for the perfect combination of a flexible study programme to fit around your other commitments together with the benefit of our expertise, experience and employability focus, why not consider our online study option?

LLM Construction Law Online ➔

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With so many options for studying this course, you can be sure to find a start date and study option to suit your needs.

Modules are assessed by a three hour unseen written examination or 4,500 word coursework assignment.

All assessments are conducted online.

The dissertation module will be assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words), and provides an opportunity for sustained, in-depth and intensive investigation into, and reflection upon, a specialist area of International Construction Law.

The course has an innovatively flexible structure, with specific assessments that are conducive to effective learning.

The approach to learning and teaching on the Master of Laws programmes is predominantly learner-centred. Each taught module is divided into a number of Units which are presented using the Prepare, Engage, Consolidate approach.

Prepare : this represents all the work the student needs to complete before attending the relevant workshop. Traditional lecture content will be presented in short bite-sized segments of approximately 10 minutes to better engage the modern student. Guided independent research and reading will be expected as part of a student’s preparation.

Engage: this represents the interactive element of the Unit. This could be a face to face workshop, a synchronous online workshop or an asynchronous online activity.

Consolidate: this represents the final part of the Unit and can be used by students to check their understanding of the Unit immediately after their Engage activity or as part of their revision for the module or both.

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You can apply for this course directly with the University.

This course cannot be chosen to study alongside our Legal Practice Course (LPC). For more information on the choice of Master's to study alongside our LPC, please visit the LPC page.

Please note: Our Master of Laws (LLM) programmes are not a direct route to qualification as a Barrister or Solicitor in the UK.

2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024)

Domestic students London: £13,450 Outside of London: £11,900

Non-domestic students London: £18,500 Outside of London: £17,000

By studying a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan .

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If you’re a ULaw alumnus, you may be eligible to receive our £1000 Academic Master's Alumni Discount .

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An LL.M. in Construction Law can be an essential tool for a lawyer or other professional working in or around the field of construction. Indeed, the web of rules and regulations that relate to construction law can be complex and can even cross borders. Not to mention the legal ramifications of new technologies that might be affecting the way construction projects are managed and executed. That's why many LL.M. programs in Construction Law leverage up-to-date research and knowledge relating to the field.

LL.M. programs in Construction Law can be found at many law schools around the world, in countries such as the United Kingdom and Australia. Some law schools might offer related LL.M. programs in topics such as International Arbitration or Real Estate Law, which may also address topics in Construction Law.

Graduates of LL.M.s in Construction Law might go on to lucrative fields in law firms that manage real estate projects, for example, or as legal consultants to construction companies. 

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Construction Law and Practice

School of science, engineering and environment.

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September 2024

In a nutshell

Construction law and practice affects stakeholders working across the international construction sector. Gain the necessary legal knowledge and commercial awareness to perform your current role more effectively, or make the career move into this field, with our MSc Construction Law and Practice degree.

Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and delivered exclusively online, our postgraduate qualification is designed to help you examine the responsibilities of employers, contractors and construction professionals together with the problems raised by the complexities of construction, design liability and insurance.

Led by academics and industry practitioners, you will build your knowledge of construction contracts and the law underpinning them, together with a wide range of standard form contracts to assess and manage risk. You will also examine the complex issues arising from the multi-party nature of the construction process, together with the uncertainties that can arise from the passage of time and latent defects.

We also offer this course as  LLM Construction Law and Practice .

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• Examine construction practice from a legal perspective, with detailed consideration of construction contracts, tortious and multi-party liability, insurance, dispute resolution, procurement, and the environment
• Develop the knowledge to conduct and communicate legal analysis with confidence and accuracy in relation to any aspect of mainstream professional construction practice
• Build the skills and capabilities to prepare you for career opportunities with specialist construction law departments or firms

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This is for you if...

You want to learn how to promote high quality research in areas of law relating to construction, including a high level of legal analysis

You would like to build on your existing knowledge and experience in order to operate more effectively in areas of construction practice which involve construction law

You want to gain specialist legal knowledge through a flexible study programme, allowing you to balance your work and study

All about the course

Course delivery

Our MSc Construction Law and Practice course is exclusively available to study part-time via distance learning. The course starts each September. We also offer a LLM pathway .  

• The course is delivered using a range of industry-aligned modules. The 180 credit MSc award comprises four taught modules plus a dissertation. The 120-credit PgDip comprises four taught modules. The 60-credit PgCert award comprises two specified taught modules
• During your studies, you will complete one 30-credit taught modules in each trimester for the first sixteen months. In the final two trimesters, you will complete your dissertation worth 60 credits, which is also delivered online and includes tutor engagement and support

Learning experience

Your teaching and learning is delivered using our Collaborate Ultra virtual learning environment, supported by real-time and on-demand interactive sessions. All modules are delivered over a 15 week period, and are assessed entirely by coursework. Module assessment is driven by real-world problems aligned to your workplace or role.

You will develop your construction law knowledge in areas such as contracts, liability and dispute resolution. You will also strengthen your research and analytical skills by completing a dissertation on a construction law topic of your choice. Learn more about the current course modules in the section below.

Course team

The Construction Law and Practice postgraduate course is delivered by an academic team with exceptional research experience and professional connections. The team is part of a global built environment community with prominence in shaping construction industry best practice.

Course leader:  Dr. Paul Tracey

Fundamentals of Construction Law

This module will cover:

• Common law underpinning construction contracts
• Source, rationale and nature of key terms (Scope, cost, quality, time, variation)
• Contract formation
• Implication of terms
• Mistake, frustration, breach, causation and loss

Construction Contracts – Operation and Administration

• Operation and administration of Standard Form Contracts (SFCs)
• Comparison between SFCs
• Consideration of key terms in SFCs
• Role of the Contract Administrator
• Impact of the industry specific legislation on construction contracts

Liability and Complexity in Construction Law

• Legal complexities and commercial risks
• Design liability
• Sub-contracting
• Contribution and contributory negligence

Dispute Resolution – Law and Practice

• Dispute resolution procedures
• Management of dispute resolution procedures
• Statutory adjudication in the UK
• Arbitration
• Decision drafting

Dissertation

This module allows you to develop a research proposal with clear aims and objectives related to your study. The dissertation will typically adopt a black letter law approach, although other methodologies can be used if justifiable. You will undertake critical analysis of existing research and engage in various forms of recognised research in order to produce a sustained, sophisticated, and logical argument in the form of a written dissertation. LLM students complete a distinct LLM dissertation module and will typically have access to legal practitioner supervisors active in industry.

Please note that it may not be possible to deliver the full list of options every year as this will depend on factors such as how many students choose a particular option. Exact modules may also vary in order to keep content current. When accepting your offer of a place to study on this programme, you should be aware that not all optional modules will be running each year. Your tutor will be able to advise you as to the available options on or before the start of the programme. Whilst the University tries to ensure that you are able to undertake your preferred options, it cannot guarantee this.

What will I be doing?

Teaching and learning is delivered remotely online. You will experience our sophisticated online learning environment, supported by intensive tutor support. Weekly online tutorials encourage student participation.  Learning is driven by real-world problems relevant to your workplace and job role.

Our online repository of learning material enables you to undertake self-directed study at your own convenience.  During your studies, you will experience our Collaborate Ultra virtual learning environment, featuring real-time and on-demand access to materials. You will also have access to our multimedia library resources, which include industry journals, databases, and software.

You will be assessed using written coursework and through continuous informal assessment by your tutors.

Dissertation modules delivered online receive extensive tutor support.

The programme provides an excellent foundation from which a career in construction law can be pursued. Perfect for graduates looking to specialise in this unique area of law, while also offering established professionals the opportunity to develop a range of legal skills.

Jonathan Neill

EC Harris, Construction Law and Practice student

The delivery, interactivity and virtually 24/7 support offered on the programme soon dispelled any scepticisim about the web-based nature of it. I would wholeheartedly recommend the course to anyone, something I have already done with a member of my team here in Cairo.

Anastassios Karakatsianis

Regional Contracts Manager (Africa), Archirodon Construction (Overseas) Co S.A.

The distance learning degree enables me to conveniently study alongside full-time employment. There are several advantages to this but in particular I find it very useful in applying course content to actual scenarios. The course is very relevant in this way to my field of work.

Richard Parker

Senior QS Construction Law and Practice student

The weekly online lectures, group work and constant contact with the university resulted in me feeling constantly supported throughout the course. The sense of satisfaction and achievement felt in successfully completing my final dissertation was personally very rewarding, thanks to the team at Salford.

James McManus

Rising to the challenge of a changing world, our postgraduate courses are designed to shape the next generation of urbanists, scientists, engineers, consultants and leaders.

Driven by industry and delivered by supportive programme teams, you can develop the knowledge and skills to take your career potential further.

Energy House

The way UK energy is supplied and consumed is changing fast. Consumers and small businesses will soon be able to generate, store, share, buy and sell their energy as the government encourages the transition to a greener economy.

Through commercial and grant funded research, Salford's world-class Energy House Laboratories help businesses understand how effective their products and services are in lowering consumers’ carbon footprint and reducing energy bills.

INDUSTRY COLLABORATION AND RESEARCH

When you start this degree with Salford, you are also joining a community making a difference in industry, our local region and in our wider society.

Many of our academics and technicians who support your course also deliver collaborative, interdisciplinary, high-impact work in a range of local and global built environment issues and challenges.

Discover how you are part of something bigger.

What about after uni?

Our Construction Law and Practice postgraduate degree course is designed to provide you with formal qualifications for and develop a skill set to succeed in a construction law career.  Applying the legal knowledge you will gain during your studies, you can use this to either enhance your existing role, or use it as a platform to move in a legal remit.

Construction law affects professionals throughout the industry. Typical career roles to consider include working as a claims consultant, commercial manager, dispute resolution specialist or a solicitor.

FURTHER STUDY

You might also choose to take your subject interest further with postgraduate research. Our  Centre for Urban Processes, Resilient Infrastructure and Sustainable Environments   is home to PhD and Research Master’s opportunities exploring how we can enhance our built environments at local, national and international scales. 

Explore our  Doctoral School  to learn more about research training, support and opportunities.

A taste of what you could become

A claims consultant

A solicitor

A construction project manager

A commercial manager

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Career Links

• We hold excellent links with the local, national and international architecture, engineering and construction industries.  These networks provide context for your studies and inform our curriculum development.
• Throughout the course, we invite guest lecturers from industry with expertise in relevant areas of construction law to share their insight and knowledge.

What you need to know

Applicant profile.

This course is recommended for applicants looking to enhance current knowledge and gain specialism in the construction law and practice. Typically, you will have existing academic and/or professional background in the legal or built environment professions.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, however we do accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

Read more about our  English language requirements , including information about pathways that can help you gain entry on to our degree courses. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take our Pre-Sessional English course . 

COURSE ACCREDITATION

The full masters award is accredited by the  Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) .  Accreditation enables exemption from some academic entry requirements.

Undergraduate Degree

• A second class undergraduate honours degree in a relevant discipline, or
• A second class undergraduate honours degree in an unrelated discipline and significant relevant work experience within the built environment, or
• A recognised appropriate professional qualification such as RICS or CIOB

International student entry requirements

We accept qualifications from all around the world.  Find your country  to see a full list of entry requirements.

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.

Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).

For more information or enquires about this scheme, please contact:  [email protected]  

Learn more about the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme .

Please note that the deadline for receipt of APEL portfolios is 31st July. 

Additional costs

You should consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.

International student scholarships

If you are a high-achieving international student, you may be eligible for one of our scholarships. 

Learn more about our latest  international scholarships .

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September 2025

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Postgraduate MSc

Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Build your expertise in resolving disputes within construction to help maintain great commercial relationships in the industry.

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If you’re a professional working in surveying, construction or a related field, this course, which is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, will develop your ability to manage disputes efficiently and to resolve them.

As part of your course you’ll:

• Study principles of construction law, approaches to dispute resolution (including arbitration, adjudication and mediation), and construction claims
• Enhance your ability to identify and evaluate appropriate decision-making strategies
• Develop research capability and skills to analyse problems in a professional context
• Undertake all the core modules listed and choose two option modules

CIArB requirements

The structure and content of the teaching on this course meets the examination requirements of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArB) on each of its pathways to membership - Arbitration, International Arbitration and Construction Adjudication - from Associate level through to Membership level.

Industry links The course is supported by a number of local experienced practitioners, including construction solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, adjudicators and mediators many of whom have key offices in Leeds. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and also has links with the Society of Construction Law.

Distance learning Delivered via distance learning, you can balance the demands of your course with your everyday commitments, allowing you to keep working while you learn. You’ll be able to study at a time and place to suit you, graduating with a qualification of equal value to one obtained by studying on campus. You’ll also be able to use our Library and access the support of our expert academic staff, Student Hub and Student Wellbeing Team.

LLM qualification This course is also available as a Master of Laws for those who already hold an LLB degree (or equivalent qualification).

Why study Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at Leeds Beckett University...

• Industry experienced expert teaching team
• Chartered Institute of Arbitrators accredited course
• The course is supported by experienced practitioners including construction solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, adjudicators and mediators
• Flexible part-time distance study through our virtual learning environment
• Industry body links through the Society of Construction Law

We regularly review our courses to ensure we are offering you the best educational experience. This course is being reviewed for 2024 entry, therefore the information below is correct for students joining us in 2023/24, but there may be changes for students who wish to join us in 2024/25. These will be confirmed in the course specification made available to new applicants on this page from June 2024.

Everything you need to know

Entry requirements.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion. .

All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements .

All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements . Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 7.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages .

Selection Criteria

We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.

We understand that full-time study does not suit everyone. That’s why we offer courses which give you the opportunity to decide where, when and how you can get involved in learning. Studying a distance learning course offers the convenience and flexibility to make education work for you. Whether you’d like to fit your studies around childcare, develop your skills while working or, quite simply, want to learn from the comfort of your own home, we can help you gain a qualification at a time and pace that suits your lifestyle.

Like our students on campus, you’ll have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you’ll find these online instead of a lecture theatre. Not only are all the modules taught online, but you’ll also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.

Technical requirements for distance learning study are detailed in the full guide. Visit our distance learning website  for more information.

Overall workload

Each module on our distance learning courses is individually designed to maximise your learning so study requirements will vary. As a general guideline, you’ll need to allocate around 10 hours per week to complete each module, plus a further five hours for additional reading and assignments. However, this may vary depending on the module. Teaching and learning will be delivered using a range of interactive resources. This typically includes audio and video content, group discussions, reflective exercises, quizzes, online reading and much more. All these resources are delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment and can be accessed at a time and place that suits you.

What you'll learn

Fees & funding hellooo.

Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points. * The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £56.94 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 180. *The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.

International 2024. Full Course Tuition Fees.

Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points. * The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £66.66 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 180. *The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.

Fees & Funding

For students entering in 2024. Full Course Tuition Fees.

Additional course costs

Tuition fees.

Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.

The following are also included in the cost of your course:

• 24/7 Library and student IT support
• Free wifi via eduroam
• Skills workshops and resources
• Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
• Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
• Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies

In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.

Essential Costs

• You’ll need access to a computer, the internet, and any necessary course software. Visit the course Teaching & Learning 'Modules, Workload & More' section for more details.

Other study-related expenses to consider:  materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.

As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.

This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.

You will have access to networking events, seminars on key sector issues and conferences organised by The Centre for Knowledge Exchange (CKE).

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School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing Careers Fair Our School holds a Careers Fair which is attended by over 25 major employers from the Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture and Planning sectors giving you the opportunity to secure graduate roles, placements and part-time employment.

Career Prospects

You will acquire the academic training essential to develop your career in adjudication, arbitration and mediation, or as a dispute resolution or claims consultant. Your course is specifically designed for the construction industry, but many of the dispute resolution skills you develop will be transferable across other industries.

• Construction Solicitor
• Construction Practitioner
• Contract Administrator
• Claims Consultant

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Beckett careers team.

Our careers service is not just there for undergraduates, we support our postgraduate taught and research students too.

Your postgraduate degree will boost your CV and help you stand out from the crowd. Whether you're just starting out on your chosen career path, changing careers or moving to the next level, we can provide you with expert advice and resources to help you take the next steps to achieving your goals.

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What is distance learning.

A great option for flexible learning

Very simply, to study by distance learning means you don't have to be based in Leeds to take one of our courses. Wherever you are and whatever you want to study, it's a great option for flexible learning.

When you choose one of our distance learning courses, you can do just that – study at a distance, at a pace that suits you.

Like our students on campus, you will have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you'll find these online instead of in a lecture theatre. Not only are the modules taught online but you will also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.

Our extensive list of distance learning courses means that whether you are from the UK or further afield, changing your career path or looking for that promotion, we have a course that suits your needs.

Starting a new course can be both scary and exciting at the same time, especially if you haven’t studied in an online environment before.

What to expect from a distance learning course

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