MSc Engineering Management*
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: One Year
- Start Date: September 2024 and January 2025
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With our MSc in Engineering Management, you're not just earning a degree; you're unlocking pathways to success in operations management, automation, and robotics. Our programme isn't just about what you learn in the classroom; it's about the real-world skills you acquire and the networks you build.
Whether you aspire to improve processes through quality engineering techniques or drive efficiency through process improvement strategies, this programme equips you with the tools to turn your ambitions into achievements.
* Please note this course is Subject to Validation.
During your time on the MSc Engineering Management programme, you’ll be taught by a dedicated team of academics, with extensive industry and research experience and knowledge. The course curriculum is designed in consultation with the school’s Industry Advisory Board (IAB), whereby industry experts ensured its relevance to current market needs.
Our campus is perfectly placed for us to stay connected. Not only are we centred in the heart of Buckinghamshire, we are also only 30 minutes away from London and Oxford. As well as this we are lucky to have industry-leading companies right on our doorstep. This includes Formula 1 motorsport businesses at the Silverstone Technology Cluster and space related industries at the Westcott Space Cluster. BNU engineering students could have the opportunity to link with some of these high-tech industries.
During your time on the course you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art and brand-new Engineering and the Built Environment facilities, including;
- Building Services Lab, to include Air Conditioning Trainer, Hydro-electric Turbine and Photovoltaic Cells
- Concrete & Geotechnical Testing Lab, to include Slump Test, Concrete Density, Porosity, Flexural and Compression Testing, Soil Shear, Grading and Moisture Tests.
- Fluids/Thermo/Hydraulics Lab, to include Pneumatics Workstation, Digital Hydraulic Bench, Axial Flow Pump and Surface Tension Balance.
- Mechanical/Structural Lab, to include different Structural Test kits that will measure Deflection of Beams & Cantilevers, Bending Stress and Bending Moments
- Electronics and High Voltage Lab, to include Power and Energy Electronics, Modern Electrical Machine Systems, Three Phase Power Systems
- Automation/Manufacturing/General Workshop, to include 3D Metal Printer, Hardness Tester, Universal Tensile Testing, Impact Tester and and Dobot Smart Industry 4.0 Workstation
- CAD Lab and Design Studio
- Immersive Virtual Reality Lab
This programme runs as both a full-time and part-time course, with part-time structured across a two-year span, so you can fit it around your other commitments outside of study.
At the heart of our program lies a promise of boundless career opportunities and advancement. Picture yourself leading engineering teams in advanced manufacturing environments, spearheading projects that push the boundaries of innovation.
Employers increasingly seek professionals who possess both technical engineering knowledge and strong managerial skills. With an MSc in Engineering Management, upon graduation you’ll be equipped to pursue leadership roles in various industries, including manufacturing, technology, construction, and consulting.
What will I study?
The MSc in Engineering Management offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in today's complex engineering environments. Through a blend of theoretical coursework and practical applications, you’ll explore key topics such as engineering project management, supply chain management, and lean engineering principles.
As well as this you’ll learn how to effectively plan, execute, and monitor engineering projects while optimizing resources and minimizing waste. You’ll investigate advanced manufacturing techniques and gain insights into sustainable practices and ethical considerations within the engineering industry, preparing you to be able to address pressing global challenges while upholding principles of environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Through industry driven projects, and collaborations, you'll dive deep into the practical side of engineering management. You’ll gain hands-on experience through case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios commonly encountered in the workplace.
During your time studying with us you’ll also delve into essential concepts in operations management, automation, and robotics, providing students with a deep understanding of how to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and leverage emerging technologies to drive innovation.
Quality engineering and process improvement techniques are also emphasized, enabling you to identify and address inefficiencies, enhance product quality, and ensure continuous improvement within engineering systems.
The School of Engineering and the Built Environment at BNU has a growing network of engineering industries. Students will have opportunities to work and learn from industry professionals through networking events, industry-focused projects, and guest lectures. These connections can lead to job opportunities, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, enhancing graduates' employability in the long term.
Upon graduation you’ll emerge as versatile leaders capable of navigating the complexities of modern engineering enterprises and making meaningful contributions to their organizations and society.
How will I be taught and assessed?
During your time on the Engineering Management masters, you’ll experience a range of active teaching methods and authentic assessment strategies, with an emphasis on both practical and traditional teaching approaches.
You’ll also have opportunities to put your knowledge learnt in lectures and tutorials to practice In laboratory sessions and during a range of practical activities.
Traditional forms of assessment include;
- Written assignments
- Report
- Portfolio and digital models
- In-class assignments
- Computer-based test
- Set Presentations (for example, poster and oral)
- Proposal
- Dissertation
On this Engineering programme, you’ll study in a close-knit tutor group where everyone’s input is recognised and valued. Not only will you make friends for life, but you’ll also make important connections that will last through your career, and you’ll form a network, just like you’d find in the working-world.
What are the course entry requirements?
An appropriate engineering or science undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) or an equivalent professional qualification or significant industrial and professional experience.
If English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall or equivalent.
Please note every application is considered on an individual basis.
What are the tuition fees
Home
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Home, Academic Year 2024 - 2025: £10,550 per year
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2024 - 2025: £15,500 per year
What are my career prospects?
Throughout your time with us we’ll support you on the route to your chosen career. We’ll help you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders. We also help you find employment after graduation. Have a look at our Careers and Employability pages to find out more.
A postgraduate degree in Engineering Management opens doors to a wide array of career opportunities that may not be accessible with just an undergraduate degree.
Employers increasingly seek professionals who possess both technical engineering knowledge and strong managerial skills. With an MSc in Engineering Management, graduates are equipped to pursue leadership roles in various industries, including;
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Construction
- and consulting.
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