Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management

Admission Requirements

Admission and selection

• Winter 2021 start: applications open March 30, 2020, and are accepted until the program start date.
• Fall 2021 start: applications are open Oct. 7, 2020, until the program start date but are subject to change.

Admission requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following (or equivalent), as well as the English proficiency requirement.*

1. An overall minimum average of 70% in the following courses or equivalents:

• Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30, AND,
  
• English Language Arts 30-1, AND,
• Two courses from Group A, AND,
• One course from Group A or B.

2. A two-year diploma or a bachelor's degree from an accredited post-secondary institution, with a minimum 2.3 cumulative GPA (67% or C+) and completion of English 30-1 and Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30 or Math 30-2 or equivalents**.

*All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.

** Admission is determined based on an applicant's complete academic history, including both high school and post-secondary courses. Post-secondary level courses of similar learning outcomes may be considered for use in meeting admission requirements.

Direct entry: four-step process

Step 1: Read the program information to see the qualities needed for student success.

Step 2: Ensure that you meet all of the admission requirements listed above.

Step 3: Apply to Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management and submit your transcripts and/or anticipated final grades.

• Admission will be extended on a first-qualified, first-offered basis until the program is full.

Step 4: Find out how to monitor your application status after you apply.

Communication during selection

Email is the primary source of communication during the selection process. Ensure your personal email account is managed appropriately to receive our emails, files and communications. 

Program completion

• Students starting in a degree program after July 1, 2015, have 10 years to complete the credential requirements.
• Students who started the program prior to July 1, 2015, are under the previous policy and will have seven years to complete the credential requirements.
• The time limitation begins on the date the student started the first course in the credential. 
• For more information, refer to AC 3.1.1 - Grading and Progression Procedure.

Courses

Program outline

If you enrolled prior to 2017, or if you are an advanced standing student, view your program outline with the appropriate courses.

The Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management requires 123 credits (41 courses) for completion, including 72 credits at the senior level. All courses are three credits each. The program credit distribution is as shown below.

Core courses

• Construction core courses — 78 credits (26 courses: seven junior and 19 senior courses)
• Complementary core courses — 27 credits (nine courses: six junior and three senior courses)

Elective courses

• Construction core elective courses — six credits (two senior courses)

• Complementary elective courses -  12 credits (four courses: one science elective, one humanities elective, one social sciences elective and one law elective).

First year

Semester one

Semester two

Second year

Semester three

Semester four

Third year

Semester five

Semester six

Internship

Note: completed in the spring/summer semester between years three and four of the program.

Fourth year

Semester seven

Semester eight

Core courses

Electives

*Note: for additional acceptable options, please speak to the academic advisor.

Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue

Progression

Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Transfer options

The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available with the following universities and colleges:

• Cambrian College
• Lethbridge College
• University of Victoria

To learn more, visit transfer options.

Costs

*Fees and tuition are based on a two-semester full course load structure. There may be additional fees for practicums and terms held outside this time frame. 

SAIT Fees

Campus athletic and recreation Fee: $171.20
Universal transit pass (UPass): $310 - Check eligibility here.
Student support fee: $100
Student technology fee: $100

Health and Dental Fees

Domestic Students 

• Health Plan: $122
• Dental Plan: $130
• For students with existing health and/or dental plans, please refer to the Saitsa website for information on opting out.

International Students 

• Health and Dental Plan: $344
• For more information on Health and Dental Benefits for International students please contact the International Centre.

Books and supplies*

• Costs and supplies are approximately $1,000 - $1,500 per full-time year.

Find out about tuition and financial aid.

* Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.

Next steps for incoming students

Have you been accepted to this program? Here's what you'll need for your first day of classes.

Winter 2021

Orientation

Orientation for new students will take place online on Jan. 8, 2021.

To find the time and platform, visit our orientation page.

Delivery 

All classes in this program will be delivered online for the Winter 2021 term due to the COVID-19 pandemic and associated health and safety guidelines.

How to register for classes

You'll follow an adjustable block registration process to enrol in your classes. Learn how to register on our registration and schedules page.

Computers and laptops

This is an e-learning program, which means you will be provided with a laptop with all the necessary software required. Find instructions on how to pick-up your e-learning laptop. 

Required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Wait to purchase your equipment, we'll discuss industry-approved PPE in class.

Preparation courses

To support your success, SAIT offers some short courses before classes start, including PREP 100: The SAIT Experience and ETHI 110: SAIT Ethical Practices. 

Required textbooks

The  Winter 2021 booklist will be available about two weeks before classes start.

Can’t find your program or course? The bookstore didn't receive a textbook list. Contact your program directly to determine if they’re still refining course details or if you're in luck, no textbook purchase required this term.

Contact 

403.284.8367
construction.cpm@sait.ca

Academic chair

Verda Kocabas, Academic Chair
verda.kocabas@sait.ca

Next steps for all students

Here's what else you'll need to do to get ready!

Next steps for accepted students

Important dates and deadlines

Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.

Important Dates