Engineering Management with Industrial Practice, MSc
Extend and develop your engineering and technology skills and gain solid management experience with this two-year MSc Engineering Management with an industrial placement.
Around the globe there's a growing need for engineers with solid management skills. Our Master's in Engineering Management with Industrial Practice has been developed to respond to the specific needs of the manufacturing and engineering sectors. The course offers a clear and focused alternative to traditional MBA degrees, and includes a year of study followed by a one-year internship.
Students combine lab-based exercises with lectures, seminars, simulations and workshops to explore issues including finance and business planning, sustainability, global engineering and supply chain management. Graduates taking this course will gain the knowledge and skills for successful careers in local and global engineering management.
This programme has been designed for the International Market.
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Duration
2 years sandwich
Start month
September; January
Fees information
For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below
What you should know about this course
What you will study
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Accounting and Finance for Engineers and Project Managers (15 credits)
- Individual Research Project (60 credits)
- Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Engineering)
- Strategy & Management (15 credits)
- Global Engineering: Theory and Practice (15 credits)
- Engineering Enterprise (15 credits)
- Advanced Principles in Lean Manufacturing (15 credits)
- Advanced Principles in Supply Chain Management (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Sustainability for Engineers (15 credits)
- Advanced Operations Management (15 credits)
- Advanced Process Improvement Techniques (15 credits)
- Advanced Quality Engineering (15 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Individual Research Project (continued)
- Industrial Practice (60 credits)
About the course team
Core lectures will be delivered by members of the School of Engineering who are specialists in their respective fields. Guest lectures from industrialists or renowned researchers are often included to bring additional perspectives and ensure you are aligned with the latest international standards in your discipline. Guest speakers are often associated with the university in a role where they provide input to course development.
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Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Engineering, Technology or Computer Science.
Applicants without a degree that have professional and vocational experience (e.g. incorporated engineer or chartered engineer status) may be considered if they demonstrate the potential to succeed on the course.
Applicants are encouraged to obtain industry experience.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
Further information about entry
Applicants from other backgrounds are considered but applicants should e-mail the Programme Leader via fes-courseinfo@gre.ac.uk.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Teaching
All taught modules will be research-engaged and delivered though a mixture of interactive lectures and discussions, tutorials and case-studies. Most of the modules will also have a practical/computational component relevant to the theoretical concepts covered in the classroom.
Individual research projects will form a major part of the learning process which will help students develop their ability to adapt and apply methodology to the solution of unfamiliar types of problems.
Class sizes
For the specialist modules, our class sizes are restricted to ensure a great learning experience, with normally no more than 20 students in lab sessions, and normally no more than 40 students in lectures. This allows for a close interaction between student and staff, creating a level of familiarity which is key to everything we do.
For modules common to a suite of courses, class sizes can be larger and would typically be broken down into smaller tutorial / project groups.
Independent learning
Our courses are designed to give you the space for exploratory and independent study. You'll work towards individual and group assignments and undertake the preparation/follow-up work associated with lectures, seminars, integrative assignments and laboratory classes.
We encourage students to take advantage of a range of related extra-curricular opportunities available within the university and elsewhere.
Overall workload
If you are studying full-time, you should expect the workload to be similar to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of courses you are studying.
For the industrial practice module, you are expected to commit around 600 hours to study over the placement. This is around 13 hours a week throughout the internship year, in addition to the time spent at work. That is generally the minimum amount of time you will need to spend reading, note taking and writing to cover the necessary material and produce the assessment. If English is not your first language, it may take longer to cover the same amount of material.
Assessment
Students will be assessed through a number of methods, both formative and summative. The formative assessments will involve classroom presentations, discussions, case-studies, critical reviews and end of term examinations. Students will also be expected to complete a reflective assessment about the professional development achieved through the internship.
Feedback summary
University policy is to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days of the coursework submission date. Examination results will be available within 28 days.
Dates and timetables
Each academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.
Fees and funding
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | £16,550 | N/A | N/A |
| International | £21,000 | N/A | N/A |
Accommodation costs
Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Careers and placements
Will I have a work placement?
The industrial placement is an opportunity to put into practice the knowledge and experience you gain during your first year on the programme. You will engage with current industrial systems, processes, and practices, which contribute to your professional development as a manager in the engineering sector.
How long is my placement?
An industrial practice placement should typically last 11 months, with a maximum of 48 weeks, and a minimum of 35 weeks (only if required by the student placement search process).
Mentors
A workplace mentor supports you throughout your placement year, helping you to set objectives and goals, and ensuring you receive appropriate training.
You are also allocated an academic mentor, who monitors your written work. The academic mentor will engage with you to ensure your placement is running smoothly.
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
The course is aimed at experienced industry practitioners who wish to complement their academic knowledge and obtain professional recognition in key management areas of private industry or the public sector internationally.
Do you provide employability services?
As well as support from the Faculty of Engineering and Science Placements Team, the University partners with an organisation that specialises in guiding students to secure an industrial practice placement. However, it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to secure an appropriate placement. This could be with a local or international employer in a relevant industrial sector.
If a placement is not secured, it is still possible to graduate with an MSc without the endorsement of Industrial Practice.
Accommodation
Medway campus in Kent
Our Medway halls of residence are all located on-campus, with facilities include an on-site café, launderette and bar. And the halls are located within minutes of the historic Chatham dockyard and Chatham and Gillingham town centres.
With student-run social events, modern ensuite rooms and communal shared spaces, you’ll find that living in halls of residence will be a highlight of your University of Greenwich experience.
Rooms start at £172.06/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills and 24-hour residential support. Our Medway accommodation boasts 350 rooms with 24/7 security, and resident car parking permits are available.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
Every student will be allocated a named personal tutor chosen from the teaching team, who will also act as a mentor as appropriate. The core teaching team has a well-established tutorial process at undergraduate level and postgraduate level.
The course leader will introduce each student to his/her personal tutor and full contact details and office hour information will be provided. Workplace mentors are also allocated in second year.
Support from the department
New students receive all the essential information over the first few weeks, notably during faculty and department inductions in the first week. This induction will also help you learn about the local area and the academic and social environment.
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