Advanced Design and Manufacturing MSc

• Overview

  The Advanced Design and Manufacturing MSc addresses the complete life cycle of a product or process, from conception through to design and manufacture to disposal. This highly applied programme develops students’ knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles underpinning engineering in the field of design and manufacturing, and of the accompanying legal, ethical and professional considerations. There is a strong focus on integrating current research and developments into learning and teaching.

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  • Full Time September Placement 20/21
  • Full Time September Non-Placement 20/21
  • Full Time January Non-Placement 20/21
  • Part Time September Non-Placement 20/21
  • Part Time January Non-Placement 20/21

  Course

  Highlights

  • The course offers the opportunity to examine emerging concepts such as Digital Manufacturing and industry 4.0
  • Course accredited by IMechE (Institution of Mechanical Engineers)
  • Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in real engineering problem
  • Advanced product design and 3D printing mini-project
  • Develop a wider perspective to technology management
  • Optional one-year placement for September in-take students
  • Participative and interactive activities designed to consolidate and develop your understanding.

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• Course Details

  This programme has been developed to meet the needs of companies and industry in the UK and overseas. It is specifically designed to increase the employability of its learners in a design and manufacturing context by identifying new service, strategy and product opportunities, and conducting projects in collaboration with industrial partners. The programme covers areas such as digital manufacturing and industry 4.0, 3D printing and artificial intelligence.

  IMechE accreditation

  This degree has been accredited by IMechE under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.

  

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  Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).  An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).  Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

  Optional Placement

  There is a one-year optional placement for applicants starting in September in-take. On completion of the programme, graduates will have obtained skills and knowledge to work in manufacturing industries, design consultancies, and research and development organisations.

  Help and Support

  Help and support is embedded within the infrastructure of the programme both with regard to facilitated sessions and self-study materials – which are provided through dedicated online learning support sites.

  All 20 credit modules will provide students with 12 weeks of face-to-face teaching with one revision week. The 60 credits ‘Dissertation Project’ module will run over a two-term period. Online drop-in sessions will be offered over the term by each individual module leader to support students to prepare for the assignments or should students need any extra help. The students will engage with face to face teaching and activities one day per week, so students will be able to balance their study with work and life commitments.

  Full Time Study

  If you choose to study full-time, the course duration will be one year, split into three semesters. (If you start in September you have the option to choose the programme with one-year placement.)

  Part Time Study

  If you choose to study part-time, the course duration will be two years. In the first year, you will study four modules. In the second year, you will study two modules plus the dissertation.

  Assessment Methods

  The assessment methods used within the programme varies from a module to another. The main assessment methods used within the programme are Assignment (Report, Critical reflection/Journal, etc.), Essay, Presentation (Oral or Poster). However, some modules may expect to take tests, exams or hands-on activity. Students on the MSc programme will have to submit a dissertation as part of their Business Research Project Module.

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  Eligibility

  To be eligible for the award of Advanced Design and Manufacturing MSc, you must successfully complete 120 credit modules and the 60-credit Dissertation.

  To be eligible for the award of PG Dip Advanced Design and Manufacturing, you must successfully complete 120 credit modules.

• Careers and Events
  • Careers

    Employability

    This course will be suitable for recent graduates of Engineering related degrees. It will also be appropriate for professionals employed in engineering and technology sectors who wish to progress in their current roles.

    Offering the optional one-year placement gives all students the opportunity to gain skills specific to their subject as well as the employability skills required for work. It also increases their knowledge of industries and sectors in UK, allowing them to make better informed decisions about future career choices.

    In addition, intensive one-day per week face to face teaching gives the mature and full-time employed students the chance to balance their study and life commitments and progress their career.

    
• Requirements

  Applicants will normally hold a recognised first or second class honours degree from a UK university or international equivalent in a relevant subject area. We expect that you will have a knowledge of Engineering from almost any discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Design, Electrical, Manufacturing) and are interested in developing your engineering skills in the area of modelling, control and sustainability.

  For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent)
    for study at postgraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  Contacts

  Course enquiries
  study@northampton.ac.uk

  Application status enquiries
  admissions2020@northampton.ac.uk

  Online enquiry form

  Current student enquiries
  SID@northampton.ac.uk

  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

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  Office hours:
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  Fri: 9am – 4.30pm

  Phone Call

  0300 303 2772

  +44 (0)1604 892134

  +44 (0)1604 892546

• Course Content
  • Stage 7
  • Stage 7 (with Placement)

  Modules

  • Mathematical Modelling (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM001

    Core Module Y
  • Computer Aided Analysis and Visualisation of Mechanical Systems (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM004

    Core Module Y
  • Professional Practice for Technologists (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM009

    Core Module Y
  • Product Design (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM010

    Core Module Y
  • Digital Manufacturing (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM011

    Core Module Y
  • Sustainable Manufacture (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM072

    Core Module Y
  • Individual Engineering Project (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM005

    Core Module Y

  Modules

  • Mathematical Modelling (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM001

    Core Module Y
  • Computer Aided Analysis and Visualisation of Mechanical Systems (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM004

    Core Module Y
  • Professional Practice for Technologists (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM009

    Core Module Y
  • Product Design (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM010

    Core Module Y
  • Digital Manufacturing (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM011

    Core Module Y
  • Sustainable Manufacture (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM072

    Core Module Y
  • Career Futures: Employability Skills (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM073

    Core Module Y
  • Placement (30 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM071

    Core Module Y
  • Research Project (30 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM074

    Core Module Y

  MSc Advanced Design & Manufacturing: To be eligible for the award, the student must successfully complete 180 credits from the above list.

  Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Design & Manufacturing: To be eligible for the award, the student must successfully complete ENGM001, ENGM004, ENGM009, ENGM010, ENGM011 and ENVM072 totalling 120 credits.

  Placement option:

  ENVM073 and ENVM074 are a pre requisites for ENVM071. Students who do not successfully complete ENVM073 and ENVM074 will be unable to enrol onto ENVM071 and will be transferred to the MSc Advanced Design & Manufacturing non-placement pathway.

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  • We enrol small cohorts onto our postgraduate courses to ensure you receive personalised support and guidance throughout your programme.
  • You will benefit from industry workshops, innovative laboratories and computer-aided design suites.
  • Collaboration between The University of Northampton and local engineering companies (NETP), who provide paid placements opportunities for University students

   

• Further Studies
  • Research

    Staff teaching on the course are research active, and research informed teaching is one of the key contributors to the currency of this master’s programme. Moreover, students will be informed about the research and related scholarly activity events throughout the programme.

    
  • Postgraduate

    Successful graduates of this course will have the opportunity to pursue further studies at the doctoral level. The University offers graduate discount scheme for our master’s graduates who wish to undertake a research degree programme at the University of Northampton.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £6,840
  Part Time: £3,800 (Year one 100 Credits) £3,040 (Year two 80 Credits)

  Year 2 (Placement Route Only)

  Year 2 Placement Fee: £500 * (for placements starting in September 2021 or January 2022)

  *The placement fee amount will only be charged to you after you secure a placement and are enrolled on the work based project in year 2 of your course. You will not be charged this fee if you do not secure a work placement.

  Postgraduate Loans

  If you are starting a postgraduate Master’s course in 2020/21 either full-time or part-time* you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan through Student Finance England

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £6,750
  Part Time: £3,750 (Year one 100 Credits) £3,000 (Year two 80 Credits)

  Postgraduate Loans

  If you are starting a postgraduate Master’s course in 2019/20 either full-time or part-time* you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan through Student Finance England

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £13,750

  For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.

  Year 2 (Placement Route Only)

  Year 2 Placement Fee: £500 * (for placements starting in September 2021 or January 2022)

  *The placement fee amount will only be charged to you after you secure a placement and are enrolled on the work based project in year 2 of your course. You will not be charged this fee if you do not secure a work placement.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,750

  For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.

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