Building Information Modelling and Digital Construction - MSc

Computing proficiency is essential in modern data science and a firm grounding is required before the more technical themes of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be studied. This is the introductory module for the programme where no prior computational foundations are assumed. A holistic view of computing will be provided covering the important themes of data management, programming and security considerations.

The aim of this module is to identify, apply and design data visualisations. The module provides you with the fundamental principles and practice-based activities needed to design data visualisations for both different contexts, and different types of data. More advanced visualisation concepts and tools for analysing multi-dimensional data and large data sets will also be examined and appraised.

This course is seeking to create effective, efficient and creative managers of construction projects from design right through to occupation. Innovation is a key aspect of this both in managers’ ability to conceive of new approaches but also to implement series of improvements and to cope with disruption. The module takes a ‘learning approach’ to innovating considering this at both the system level and the individual level. In this, it explores and challenges different conceptions of innovation and seeks to devise strategies for implementation and success within different contexts.

This module aims to provide a holistic view of the process and practice underlined by the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) as one of the mechanisms for integrated delivery. Using case studies and real life scenarios, the Module commences by identifying drivers and rationale to identify the business case for BIM in any project.

The construction industry has continually strived to embed lean principles and practices within the delivery process. In recent years, one of the recognised shifts is the incorporation of lean production processes that support sustainable construction within the supply chain. Motivated by past achievements and in alignment with future potentials, this module aims to facilitate knowledge and practices of lean integration and production within the built environment, alongside the critical principles of sustainable construction.

This module aims to provide you with an insight “beyond BIM” applications to improve and optimise different processes within the digital built environment. Due to the advent of technological advancements, and since the introduction of Industry 4.0 and 5.0, research continues to show that deeper insights into data and information can help to overcome many of the complex issues within built environment projects. This module acts as a cross-disciplinary bridge between BIM and automated technologies to have more informed decisions and improve processes.

The purpose of the module is to enable you to undertake a sustained, in-depth and research-informed Level 7 project exploring an area that is of personal interest to you. In agreement with your supervisor, you will decide upon your topic which will take the form of a practical outcome (artefact) with accompanying contextual material. The main consideration when choosing your topic is that it must be aligned to the programme you are studying and informed by the research strategy of your school, and you should consider the relevance of this topic to your future academic or professional development.