Msc Advanced Design And Manufacturing

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.
Optional Placement
There is a one-year optional placement for applicants starting in both the September and January in-takes. 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.

• STAGE 1
  • Mathematical Modelling (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM001
    Status: Compulsory
  • Computer-Aided Analysis and Visualization of Mechanical Systems (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM004
    Status: Compulsory
  • Individual Engineering Project (60 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM005
    Status: Compulsory
  • Professional Practice for Technologists (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM009
    Status: Compulsory
  • Product Design (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM010
    Status: Compulsory
  • Digital Manufacturing (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENGM011
    Status: Compulsory

  • Sustainable Manufacture (20 Credits)
    Module code: ENVM072
    Status: Compulsory

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.

22/23 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 22/23 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

• UK – Full Time: £7,650
• UK – Part Time: £4,250 (Year one 100 Credits) £3,400 (Year two 80 Credits)
• International – Full Time: £15,000

• Year 2 Placement fee: £500*
  * Year Two fee may be subject to an inflationary increase for 23/24. 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.
  Additional costs
  There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2022. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.
  21/22 Tuition Fees
  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 21/22 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years*.

• UK – Full Time: £7,470
• UK – Part Time: £4,150 (Year one 100 Credits) £3,320 (Year two 80 Credits)
• International – Full Time: £14,000
• Year 2 Placement fee: £500*
  *Year two fee may be may be subject to an inflationary increase for 22/23. 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.

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.