The Master of Science in Construction Technology and Management is a specialized postgraduate program designed to address the growing demand for highly skilled professionals capable of managing complex infrastructure projects in Africa and beyond. The program bridges engineering, technology, and management, equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and practical expertise necessary to lead in the construction industry.
This program focuses on enhancing competence in advanced construction methods, project and business management, applied programming, and civil engineering technologies. A strong emphasis is placed on industrial-based research, preparing graduates to solve real-world problems through innovation and evidence-based strategies.
STUDENT
PROFILE
To be eligible for admission to the
Master of Science in Construction Technology and Management programme,
applicants must hold bachelor degree in : Architecture, Quantity Surveying,
Civil Engineering , Water Engineering, Hydraulics Engineering, Environmental
Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Construction Engineering,
Construction Technology, Construction Project Management, Building Material
Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Urban and
Regional Planning (with technical focus), Land Surveying / Geomatics (if
curriculum included construction site applications), Construction Economics,
and Engineering in Infrastructure or Construction System .
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Applicants
should have hold at least Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Technology
(BTech) in civil engineering or any other related program with at least a
Second Class Honours, Upper Division degree or cumulative average marks score
not less than 70%.
·
If
vacant positions are available, applicants holding a BSc degree with a Second
Class Honours, Lower Division (or an average mark between 60% and 70%) in
relevant fields may be considered, provided they have strong and relevant
industrial or academic experience of at least two (2) years.
·
If
vacant positions are still available, applicants holding a BSc degree with a Pass (50%–60%) may be
considered, but only if they have : At least two (2) years of research
experience, and at least one publication in an indexed journal with Civil
Engineering as the field and the applicant as the first author.
Graduates of this program are equipped to:
✅ Manage and supervise construction sites, resources, and teams
✅ Design and analyze load-bearing structures and geotechnical systems
✅ Utilize software and data analytics in design and construction
✅ Apply research to solve engineering problems in real-world settings
✅ Lead construction businesses and infrastructure projects with strategic insight
Career Options Include:
Construction Project Manager
Site Engineer
Structural Design Consultant
Urban Infrastructure Specialist
Research Engineer
BIM and CAD Engineer
Policy Advisor in Built Environment Sectors
| No | Module Title | No of credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Advanced Computer Programming Applied to Civil Structures | 20 | 1 |
| 2 | Advanced Mathematical Analysis for Engineering | 20 | |
| 3 | Applied Statistics and Research Methodology | 20 | |
| 1 | Advanced Materials of Construction | 20 | 2 |
| 2 | Advanced Construction Technology | 20 | |
| 3 | Computer Aided Architecture Engineering Design | 20 |
| No | Module Title | No of credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Construction Project Management | 20 | 3 |
| 2 | Construction Business Management | 20 | |
| 3 | Construction Site, Planning, Operations and Management | 20 | |
| 1 | Master’s Thesis (Industrial-based Research project) | 60 | 4 |
| Photo | Names | Qualification | Rank | Area of specialization | Bio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dr. Eng. NYIRAJANA Jacqueline | PhD | HOD/Lecturer | Highway and Transportation Engineering | View Profile |
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Prof. NSENGIYUMVA François | PhD | Associate Professor | Soil Physics and Geotechnical Engineering | View Profile |
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Dr. TWIZERE Moussa | PhD | Dean/ Lecturer | Civil Engineering Structure | View Profile |