Property and Facilities Management (Part-time) (MSc)
Property and Facilities Management is a rapidly expanding profession in the UK, essential to the efficient operation of organisations. This part-time MSc prepares provides a comprehensive understanding of property management and support services over a flexible two-year schedule, ideal for working professionals.
The programme offers a holistic approach to managing property, equipping you with the skills to oversee building operations, from maintenance and security to space planning and environmental sustainability. You will gain a thorough understanding of how to ensure that facilities support organisational goals effectively and efficiently.
Throughout the course, you will develop essential management skills to handle the growing industry demand for experts in facilities management. You will be trained in the latest technological processes, such as smart building technologies and energy management systems, ensuring you are at the forefront of modern practices.
Health and safety are key components of the curriculum, focusing on applying regulations to safeguard building occupants. The course also covers strategies for risk management and business continuity, preparing you to manage emergencies and maintain operational stability.
There is a strong emphasis on research capability, with opportunities to engage in projects that solve practical issues, enhancing both your learning and professional employability skills. The programme culminates in a Master’s project, allowing you to specialise in an area of interest, often aligned with your workplace needs.
The flexible part-time structure is designed to fit around your professional commitments. The programme is accessible to those looking to advance their careers while continuing to work.
This MSc in Property and Facilities Management provides the theoretical knowledge, practical expertise, and professional development necessary to excel in this vital field, helping you to manage assets, improve building performance, and achieve success in senior management roles.
Course details
- On-campus
- Part-time
- English
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
Our part-time MSc in Property and Facilities Management is designed to accommodate your professional and personal commitments while advancing your expertise. With a focus on flexibility and practical application, the programme integrates theoretical knowledge with real-world experience, supported by experienced faculty and industry experts to ensure a rich and engaging learning environment.
In the first year, you will learn about Building Maintenance and Asset Management, gaining essential skills in maintaining and optimising property assets. You will explore Building Services and Energy Performance, focusing on improving energy efficiency in buildings. The Management of the Integrated Working Environment module will equip you with the knowledge to enhance workplace efficiency through effective management of space and services.
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(20 credits)
(20 credits)
In the second year, you will study Energy and Resource Management, addressing sustainable resource use and environmental impact. Strategic Property, Finance and Procurement will develop your strategic and financial decision-making skills in facilities management. Research Methods and Professional Development will refine your research skills, culminating in a Master’s Project where you apply your knowledge to a real-world challenge, supported by university supervision and workplace guidance.
(20 credits)
(20 credits)
(20 credits)
(60 credits)
Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent plus interview.
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For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
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Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 
Visa and funding requirements â¶Ä¯
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. â¶Ä¯â€¯
For full information read our visa application and guides. â¶Ä¯â¶Ä¯â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
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Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 
We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed. â¶Ä¯
Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Opportunities to Learn Welsh 
We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. â¶Ä¯â€¯
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Assessment is via industry-related case study based assignments, some formal examinations, presentations to panels and a dissertation that can be very closely focussed to the candidate’s current employment or area of career aspiration.
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Access to your own digital device/the appropriate IT kit will be essential during your time studying at UWTSD. Access to wifi in your accommodation will also be essential to allow you to fully engage with your programme. See our dedicated webpages for further guidance on suitable devices to purchase, and for a full guide on getting your device set up.
You may face additional costs while at university, including (but not limited to):
- Travel to and from campus
- Printing, photocopying, binding, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
- Purchase of books or texts
- Gowns for graduation ceremonies
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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Most candidates are employed full-time and a number of students past and present have gained considerable career enhancements, as a consequence of their formal studies with the University. Candidates work for major international PLCs, central and local government funded bodies/agencies, social housing, education and health-care.