Course summary
This course prepares you for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving Industry 4.0 landscape. It integrates core mechanical engineering principles with advanced topics in automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, and sustainable practices, giving you the knowledge required to address the complexities of modern manufacturing. Your curriculum will combine theoretical knowledge with practical application to give you a complete understanding of advanced manufacturing to support your career growth. Study intelligent automation systems, additive manufacturing, digital twin technologies, and sustainable production methods to gain. And work hands-on with cutting-edge equipment such as CNC machines, 3D printers, and industry-standard digital manufacturing software. This programme has been produced in collaboration with industry partners including Rolls-Royce, Siemens, BAE Systems, and Sulzer, ensuring it is aligned with current and evolving industry needs. These partnerships provide you with opportunities for guest lectures, real-world projects, and potential placements, enhancing your practical understanding and employability. Delivered by research-active staff within the Institute of Design, Robotics and Manufacturing, the programme fosters an environment of innovation and critical thinking. You’ll also develop essential skills in leadership, project management, and digital transformation, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the manufacturing sector. Once you graduate, you’ll be well-positioned to pursue roles in automation engineering, manufacturing systems analytics, and digital manufacturing, contributing to advancements in smart manufacturing and sustainable industrial practices. Why study at Leeds:
- State-of-the-art facilities: Access to advanced manufacturing labs equipped with CNC-integrated workshops, 3D printing facilities, and digital manufacturing platforms.
- Industry collaboration: Strong partnerships with leading companies provide real-world project opportunities and insights into current manufacturing challenges.
- Interdisciplinary approach: The curriculum combines mechanical engineering with digital technologies, fostering a holistic understanding of modern manufacturing systems.
- Research-led teaching: Instruction by active researchers ensures exposure to the latest developments in manufacturing and automation.
- Career development: Emphasis on leadership and project management skills prepares you for diverse roles in the manufacturing industry.
- Global perspective: Programme content reflects global manufacturing trends, preparing students for international careers.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed through a variety of approaches to test different knowledge and skills. Assessments will enable you to demonstrate your competency in a particular skill, as well as measuring the extent of your knowledge and understanding. They are designed to be fair and inclusive. We will use different forms of assessment including written examinations (held at the end of each semester) and coursework that also develops key transferable skills that will be relevant to your future professional practice, such as project reports, teamworking and presentations. Assessments will develop your ability to bring together evidence from a variety of sources, and to critically understand and evaluate. You will also have frequent opportunities to develop your understanding of assessment and to improve your performance, for example through formative assessments with feedback, guided marking, peer review and opportunities to practise key assessment methods.
Entry requirements
2.1 Honours in a relevant subject
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no less than 6.0 in each component skill |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | with no less than 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking and 21 in writing |
| PTE Academic | 64 | with no less than 60 in any component |
Please click here for further details of our English requirements
https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-admissions/doc/entry-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this 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
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Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT