Postgraduate Diploma in Facilities Management (Teach Out) (Heriot-Watt University)

Course Information

Course Type
Part-time
Fees (Local Students)
*S$24,400 exclusive of GST
Fees (Foreign Students)
*S$24,400 exclusive of GST
Other Fees
Fees are collected in 3 interest-free installments. Programme fee includes recommended Textbooks, HWU E-Library, VLE, VPN, examinations and assessments. *Fees are subjected to change without notice
Duration
18 months (12-months continuous study without term holidays)
Intake Months
Two (2) intakes a year – Jan & September.
Programme Grant
No student grant for this course.
Class Schedule
Contact school for more information.
Assessment Method
Includes both Examinations and Coursework. All assessments are set and marked by Heriot-Watt University staff. Examinations are held thrice yearly. Examinations are administrated and invigilated by the British Council.

Description

Course Overview

The Master of Science in Facilities Management is an advanced program designed to equip professional with the expertise required to effectively manage and maintain the built environment. This program focuses on developing strategic and operational skills necessary to oversee the efficient and and sustainable operation of various facilities, including commercial buildings, healthcare institutions, educational campuses and public infrastructure.

Entry Requirements

ADMISSION CRITERIA

  • Academic Level Required: Degree in Built Environment Discipline or mature candidates (at least 30 years old) with minimum 8 years of working experience 
  • Work Experience Required: BSc with two years of post BSc experience
  • All applications are subject to approval from Heriot-Watt University.

PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS

  • A minimum of 90% attendance is required for international students and 75% attendance is required for local students
  • Minimum mark of 40% is required to pass each module
  • Minimum score of 50 marks for all 8 examinable modules is required for student to undertake Master of Science (MSc)

Career Opportunities

  • Facilities Manager
  • Building and System Analyst
  • Architectural and Construction Planner
  • Planner of Building Technologies

Modules

PGDip: 8 examinable modules MSc: 8 examinable modules and a Research Dissertation In the event, the student scored at least an average of 50 marks and above for all 8 examinable modules, the student would be eligible to undertake the MSc.

  • Service Procurement and Provision
  • Contracts and Procurement
  • Value and Risk Management
  • Sustainable Practices for Construction Professionals
  • Strategic Asset Management
  • People and Organisation Management in the Built Environment
  • Space Planning and Management
  • Construction Financial Management
  • Research Dissertation (Only for MSc Students)

Regular Class: 3-hours classroom lesson – 2 to 3 times per week

Consultation: Once a week

Weekday lessons start: 7pm to 10pm

Saturday lesson start: 2.30pm to 5.30pm

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