Engineering MSc
Overview Updated 02/12/2019
Our MSc in Engineering will build on your broad engineering background, giving you a greater depth of knowledge and experience. You can study this course full-time over one year or part-time over two years, to suit your work and personal life.
Additional
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Methods of Learning
We take a range of approaches to teaching and learning, including seminar and case study discussions, lectures and practical sessions, with a strong industry focus. This very specialist course ensures that you are given the attention you deserve from staff who are approachable and helpful with a wide range of specialist backgrounds in both research and consultancy.
Course Details
The course is made up of four compulsory modules, two optional modules and a dissertation, ensuring that you have covered the essentials, but also had the opportunity to tailor your studies to your interests. Theoretical lectures and seminars are reinforced by engineering examples and case studies and the use of our computer simulation tools and laboratories.
This degree has been accredited by IMechE under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. 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.
Schedule and Assessments
Sessions are held for one or two days per week, depending on your module choices. You will be assessed through coursework, oral presentations, group work, practical reports, critical reviews, and a substantial individual research project.
Contacts
Course enquiries
study@northampton.ac.uk
Application status enquiries
admissions2020@northampton.ac.uk
Current student enquiries
SID@northampton.ac.uk
International student enquiries
international@northampton.ac.uk
Enquire online
Online enquiry form
Applying for 2020
Facebook Applicant Group
Office hours:
Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
Fri: 9am – 4.30pm
Phone Call
Home / EU: 0300 303 2772
International: +44 (0)1604 894503
Entry 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, Electrical, Manufacturing) and are interested in developing their 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.
Course Content
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Mathematical Modelling (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM001Core Module Y
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System Dynamics and Vibrations (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM002Core Module Y
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Professional Practice for Technologists (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM009Core Module Y
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Computer-Aided Analysis and Visualisation of Mechanical Systems (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM004Core Module Y
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Advanced Control Technology (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM007Core Module Y
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Condition Monitoring (20 Credits)
Module code: ENGM008Core Module Y
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Individual Engineering Project (60 Credits)
Module code: ENGM005Core Module Y
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
- IMechE accredited course.
Postgraduate Opportunities
Graduate Discount Scheme
Our graduate discount scheme is open to graduates of the University of Northampton who enrol on a full master’s programme.
Qualifying students will receive 20% discount on the full tuition fee for their Master’s course.
*Find out if you are eligible for 20% fee discount by visiting our webpage.
Research
We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.
Visit our Research Hub page for more information.
Fees & Funding
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)
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.
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.
Scholarships
Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship
The Dr Mike Daniel Research Degree Scholarship awards £500 to a postgraduate research degree student at the University of Northampton. Dr Mike Daniel was Pro…
EU and International Scholarships
We’re committed to offering the opportunity to study in the UK to the best and brightest students from around the world.
*Course data provided by Unistats
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Updated 02/12/2019
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The course is made up of four compulsory modules, two optional modules and a dissertation, ensuring that you have covered the essentials, but also had the opportunity to tailor your studies to your interests. Theoretical lectures and seminars are reinforced by engineering examples and case studies and the use of our computer simulation tools and laboratories.
This degree has been accredited by IMechE under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. 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.
Schedule and Assessments
Sessions are held for one or two days per week, depending on your module choices. You will be assessed through coursework, oral presentations, group work, practical reports, critical reviews, and a substantial individual research project.
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Discover More
Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.
Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.
To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.
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Career Opportunities
A Master of Engineering is highly desirable. Engineering and associated industries are experiencing a major short fall in well-qualified graduates, which has produced a significant demand for flexible individuals with relevant knowledge and expertise.
The career opportunities that you will enjoy with this degree will depend on the area that you plan to work in and the field.
You can pursue jobs in many different engineering fields from chemical and electrical engineering to mechanical and civil engineering. Within these fields, you can advance up the ranks or become more of a lead engineer.
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Graduate Discount Scheme
Our graduate discount scheme is open to graduates of the University of Northampton who enrol on a full master’s programme.
Qualifying students will receive 20% discount on the full tuition fee for their Master’s course.
*Find out if you are eligible for 20% fee discount by visiting our webpage.
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We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.
Visit our Research Hub page for more information.
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*Course data provided by Unistats