MSc BIM Management & Integrated Digital Delivery

Overview

First batch of BIM Master’s programmes in the world
Students can apply for Professional Membership (MHKIBIM) or Associate Membership (AMHKIBIM)
3 modules by online synchronous webinars:
1. Technical BIM Management
2. Operational BIM Management
3. Strategic BIM Management
No Examination; Coursework only
Flexible study mode: Students can complete the programme in two years (part-time) or one year (full-time loading) through synchronous online lectures delivered by the University faculty.
Local student support: weekly local tutorials; sharing sessions from local practitioners and experts
BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360) will be provided

This programme is designed, assessed and quality assured by Middlesex University.

Information at a Glance

Tuition fee::

(Full-time)

HKD$120,000

(Part-time)

HKD$128,000

Tuition fee

HK$128,000

Medium of Instruction:

English

Brochure Application Form

Middlesex University

Details

Overview of Modules

The programme is made up of 3 consecutive modules comprising a 3-stage structure. Each module carries 60 credits and the candidate will be awarded MSc upon completion of all 3 modules (180 credits).

1^st Module - Technical BIM Management

This module aims to enhance your knowledge and understanding of BIM technical issues which is the core requirement for managing BIM processes. You will explore the integration of information models comprising of 3D models, graphical and non-graphical data along with their database systems and documentation. You will learn the best practices for coordinating technical teams from various disciplines to create models. You will also acquire skills for research issues related to newly emergent BIM practices and processes, and develop skills for reviewing, critically analysing, reporting and presenting these issues.

2^nd Module - Operational BIM Management

This module aims to enhance your knowledge and understanding of BIM operational and administrative issues. You will gain the ability to assess risks, manage quality control, and assess costs, budgets and project time phasing. You will learn the best practices for coordinating operational teams utilising BIM Models and data, updating acquisition of data between them, and aiding the smooth operation of construction procedures, facilities management and maintenance of a building. You will also acquire skills for research issues related to newly emergent BIM practices and processes, and develop skills for reviewing, critically analysing, reporting and presenting these issues.

3^rd Module - Strategic BIM Management

This module aims to enhance your knowledge and understanding of BIM strategic issues. You will gain the ability to forecast risks, design protocols and quality assurance, assess budget planning, and foresee financial and commercial benefits of implementing BIM on an organisational level. You will learn the best practices for the creation of teams from different disciplines, defining organisational structure and roles within the BIM process, according to the adoption strategy of the organisation.

Membership

Students who successfully complete the programme can apply for Professional Membership (MHKIBIM) or Associate Membership (AMHKIBIM). For the assessment criteria, please refer to The Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling

Staff Profiles

Dr Homeira Shayesteh

Dr Shayesteh joined Middlesex University in March 2017 and is currently part of the academic team for BIM Management MSc, and Architectural Technology BSc programmes. She is also an Honorary Research Fellow at the Bartlett, UCL where she studied and worked prior to joining Middlesex from 2001 to 2017. She was part of the delivery team of Building Information Modelling (BIM) Level 3 strategy with the UK Government Department of Business Innovation and Skills, contributing to the Digital Built Britain government strategy document. Her research interest lies in applied data-driven approaches to sustainable architecture, urbanism and from the users’ point of view.

Dr Tong Yang

Dr Yang joined the academic team for BIM Management MSc, and Architectural Technology BSc programmes in June 2016. As a Chartered Engineer and Committee member for the CIBSE Intelligent Buildings Group, she is engaged in effective communication between academics and practical professionals, and promoting state-of-art building science and technology through international collaboration.

Admission

Requirements

Degree qualification (minimum 2nd class, lower division) in an appropriate construction discipline (e.g., architecture, architectural technology, civil, mechanical, electrical engineering, surveying) and 3 years relevant industrial experience; OR
Corporate membership of a relevant professional body including 3 years of relevant industrial experience; OR
Relevant industrial experience on a case by case basis

English Requirements

Non-English native speakers are required to show high level of competence in the use of English, equivalent to at least 6.5 in the IELTS test or TOEFL 575 (paper based), 237 (computer based); OR
Graduated from a local institute in Hong Kong with honours degree, sub-degree or equivalent qualification has been taught and assessed in English; OR
Passed the MU English test; OR
Completed the MU approved pre-sessional English course.

Enquiry

Course Details

Dr Sonia Lee
Phone:	2774 8536
Email:	sonialee@hkma.org.hk

General Enquiry

Phone:	2774 8500 or 2774 8501
Email:	hkma@hkma.org.hk / enrol@hkma.org.hk
Fax:	2365 1000

It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.