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UndergraduateCourse summary
The MSc in Industrial Engineering programme at UWTSD is designed to help you build essential skills for today’s complex industrial environment. Whether you have a degree in Mechanical, Civil, Design, or Manufacturing Engineering, or you are an experienced manager, this course provides a pathway for you to gain advanced knowledge in Industrial Engineering and develop expertise in high-demand areas. With a focus on the essential skills required by industrial engineers, you’ll be introduced to areas such as lean Six Sigma principles, and Supply Chain Management, and Procurement. The programme takes a practical approach, featuring modules that introduce key concepts like Process Optimisation and Systems Engineering. Additionally, you will learn techniques to make manufacturing processes more efficient and sustainable, which is vital in today’s competitive industries. You will also develop Project Management capabilities, gaining the skills to oversee and manage complex projects, from planning through to completion. As a graduate of this MSc, you will leave with a well-rounded skill set that meets the high expectations of industry leaders. The programme’s focus on skills that are highly sought after by employers ensures you are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in the field.
Modules
Procurement and Supply Chain Management (20 credits) Master's Project (60 credits) Project Management (20 credits) Business Analytics (10 credits) Lean Six Sigma (20 credits) Robotics and Automation in Operations (20 credits) Sustainable Operations Management (20 credits) Research Methods (10 Credits)
Assessment method
Assessment on the masters’ programme is a mixture of written assessments, examinations and presentations. A typical assessment could be asking you to investigate an Industry-based problem and make suggestions for improvement utilising tools and techniques you learnt in a particular module or across the programme.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
Visa and funding requirements If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent. Alternative entry routes Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree. These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| EU | £16800 | Whole course |
| England | £7800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7800 | Whole course |
| International | £16800 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
It is possible to complete the course without incurring any additional costs, but students should expect to have to pay for costs incurred through project meetings in companies and student visits.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP