The BSc (Hons) Workplace and Facilities Management Top-Up is designed for experienced facilities management professionals who want to complete an honours degree and progress their careers.
Building on existing qualifications and industry experience, the programme develops advanced knowledge in leadership, workplace strategy, sustainability, energy management and digital transformation.
Learning is strongly workplace-focused, allowing students to apply theory, research and professional practice directly within their own organisations through projects, reflective practice and evidence-based decision-making.
Delivered through blended learning, the programme combines online study with live interactive webinars, providing flexibility for working professionals.
Graduates develop the strategic knowledge, leadership capability and professional skills required for progression into senior facilities management and workplace leadership roles.
Award
This degree is awarded by the University of Essex and is equivalent to Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). The qualification is recognised in Ireland, the UK and internationally.
| College | Portobello Institute |
| Course ID | 202225 |
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 1 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Honours Bachelor Degree |
| Awarding Body | University of Essex |
| Awarding Body Details | Undergraduate Honours Degree |
| Course Start Date | 3rd October 2026 |
| Course Duration | One year |
| Course Fee | €5,940.00 |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants may be eligible to apply for the Workplace and Facilities Management Top-Up degree if they meet one of the following criteria: Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) Level 5 qualification A comparable professional qualification A Diploma of Higher Education (or higher qualification) combined with relevant professional experience Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements but have significant industry experience may be considered through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) process. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also apply where appropriate. If you are not eligible for advanced entry to this programme, there are other entry points available. Please speak to our enrolment expert about this. Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. International Applicants: Applicants requiring a visa to study in Ireland are not currently eligible for admission to this programme. |
| Career Path | What Careers Can a Workplace and Facilities Management (Top-up) Degree Lead To? The BSc (Hons) Workplace and Facilities Management Top-Up prepares graduates for progression into senior facilities management, workplace operations and workplace strategy roles. The programme develops advanced leadership, strategic management and problem-solving skills, helping professionals manage workplace environments, lead change initiatives and support organisational performance. Graduate Career Opportunities Graduates may progress into roles including: Senior Facilities Manager Workplace Manager Workplace Strategy Manager Operations Manager Facilities Operations Manager Property and Asset Manager Contracts Manager Project Manager Sustainability and Energy Manager Workplace Transformation Lead Corporate Real Estate Professional These roles exist across public sector organisations, multinational companies, property portfolios, healthcare environments, education providers, technology companies and facilities management service providers. Skills Employers Value Throughout the programme, students develop skills in: Strategic facilities management Leadership and organisational management Workplace strategy and performance Sustainability and energy management Project and change management Risk and compliance management Research and evidence-based decision-making Stakeholder engagement and communication These skills are increasingly important as organisations seek to create efficient, sustainable and high-performing workplace environments. Industry-Relevant Learning A key feature of the programme is its focus on workplace application. Students apply learning directly within their own organisations through projects, research and reflective practice, enabling them to address real workplace challenges while developing practical leadership and management experience. |
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