School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Management
MSc 1 year full-time, up to 8 years part-time
This programme aims to produce engineers who are highly skilled in the techniques of manufacturing management and its related technologies. This will provide the basis for effective careers as managers who can meet the challenges of the rapidly changing global manufacturing industry.
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- The Innovation Process and Project Management
- Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Technology
- Product Lifecycle Management – Software Support
- Global Business Strategy and Systems
- Rapid Prototyping, Tooling and Manufacturing
- Sustainable Development: The Engineering Context
Semester 2
- Engineering Management and Business Studies
- Lean and Agile Manufacture
Semester 2 & Summer
- Project
Assessment
Modules: 50% of the credit total. Project work: 50% by written report, presentation and exhibition.
Entry Qualification
Good degree in any engineering discipline, or HND with appropriate industrial experience.
These are in addition to the General Entrance Requirements.
Careers and Further Study
Within national or multinational manufacturing industry companies working as Manufacturing Engineer, Project Engineer, Systems Analyst and Software Development Specialist. Graduates may also study for an MPhil/PhD with the School’s research groups.