This part-time programme meets the requirements of the L6 Project Management Apprenticeship Standard. Eligible organisations are able to use £22,000 of their Apprenticeship Levy to fully cover the programme tuition fee. This course is award bearing meaning that successful completion will result in achieving a BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management.


The Project Management Degree Apprenticeship equips employees with the skills to manage complex projects in a rapidly evolving business world. Designed for organisations looking to upskill their workforce, this program combines practical learning, academic excellence, and strategic insight to empower project managers to deliver innovation, sustainability, and measurable results.

Other benefits include:

  • Expertise in managing AI-driven and data-driven projects.
  • Adapting methodologies to fit diverse project needs and organisational goals.
  • Delivering sustainability-focused projects that align with business and environmental goals.
  • Developing effective communication strategies for stakeholder engagement and change management.

Other benefits include hands-on learning in AI and data science tools, tailored project methodologies for diverse business contexts, delivering sustainability-driven projects, and advanced communication strategies for effective stakeholder engagement. The program ensures apprentices are equipped to lead transformative projects and implement innovative solutions.

Overview

  • Start dateOctober
  • Duration of programme33 months + EPA
  • QualificationBSc (Hons) Project Management
  • LocationMilton Keynes/online
  • Study typePart-time
  • Delivery Blend of in-person and online
  • Degree apprenticeship standard Fulfilling the requirements of the Level 6 Project Manager (Integrated Degree) apprenticeship standard. You can find more information about the standard on the Institute for Apprenticeships website.

On successful completion, apprentices are eligible to become full members of Association for Project Management (APM). 

Who is this for?

Organisations aiming to develop their employees' project management expertise. This apprenticeship is ideal for training staff to deliver complex projects, improve team communication, implement sustainable practices, and foster innovative solutions across various industries.

  1. Individuals without a degree who are seeking a professional qualification to enhance their career prospects and take on leadership roles.
  2. Businesses looking to develop homegrown project managers, with tailored skills to align with their unique processes and organisational goals.
  3. Those with strong communication, analytical, and technical skills, as well as a digital mindset, ready to excel in modern project management roles.
  4. Young people, including recent school leavers, may not have initially considered project management but are looking for a hands-on career path with practical outcomes.

Why this MK:U apprenticeship?

  • Practical, hands-on learning, providing comprehensive knowledge in digital skills, advanced analytics, and AI to drive business success and tackle complex challenges and innovate within dynamic organisations.
  • We offer a wide range of Problem Based Learning case studies, from across all industries, making the learning relevant and practical.
  • Our course is designed to provide learners with a well-rounded skill set, encompassing both technical and professional skills essential for success in their roles.
  • State-of-the-art facilities and extensive industry partnerships allow apprentices to gain access to industry-focused education that equips them with specialised skills, knowledge, and behaviours.

Entry requirements        Fees

Modules and subject areas

Level 4 The Business World and Project Management

Focus on foundational knowledge and skills, including:

  • Understanding the project lifecycle and its application across contexts.
  • Ethical governance frameworks and compliance for project assurance.
  • Basic financial strategies for informed decision-making.
  • Clear, impactful stakeholder communication.
  • Awareness of sustainability and its influence on project strategies.

Level 5 Managing Projects and New Technologies

Develop intermediate project management expertise, such as:

  • Adapting methodologies to fit diverse project scenarios.
  • Leadership skills for driving change and achieving objectives.
  • Using AI and data science to optimize quality and foster innovation.
  • Risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluating quality assurance processes for improved outcomes.
  • Enhancing team collaboration through strategic communication.

Level 6 Modules Project Management in Action

Master advanced skills and apply them to real-world scenarios, including:

  • Defining and justifying project scope with sustainability in mind.
  • Developing strategic plans with performance measurement for transformation.
  • Constructing complex schedules aligned with organizational goals.
  • Evaluating project performance with a sustainability focus.
  • Leveraging business intelligence for strategic decision-making.
  • Exploring the impact of consultancy on project management processes.

Learning and assessment

Learning 

At MK:U our education style is different from other universities. Instead of traditional lectures and exams, our entire curriculum uses problem-based learning (PBL) as our core educational approach. PBL is an experience-based educational approach where learning is driven by the posing of open-ended, yet meaningful, problem scenarios that apprentices solve through working together in small interdisciplinary groups.

The benefits of PBL:

  • Develops more effective collaboration and communication skills;
  • Improves organisational skills through allocating roles and tasks;
  • Facilitates individual skills and ways of working, promoting diversity of approach;
  • Encourages interdisciplinary views;
  • Produces more powerful understanding and application of knowledge;
  • Shown to increase engagement and performance.

Assessment 

At MK:U you will not have any closed-book time-constrained exams (except where required by accrediting bodies or they can be justified as in the best interest of the students). Instead you will engage with a broad range of authentic assessments focused on problem-based learning and applied project work. Examples of these assessments are:

  • Individual and group projects,
  • Presentations,
  • Practical assessments,
  • Reflective portfolios.

Next steps

Modules

Keeping our courses up-to-date and current requires constant innovation and change. The modules we offer reflect the needs of business and industry and the research interests of our staff and, as a result, may change or be withdrawn due to research developments, legislation changes or for a variety of other reasons. Changes may also be designed to improve the student learning experience or to respond to feedback from students, external examiners, accreditation bodies and industrial advisory panels.

To give you a taster, we have listed the compulsory and elective (where applicable) modules which are currently affiliated with this course. All modules are indicative only, and may be subject to change for your year of entry.