Industrial Engineering Master's Program

The Industrial Engineering Master's program at UiT The Arctic University of Norway is a 2-year degree that provides students with comprehensive knowledge, skills, and competences in the creation, analysis, and management of advanced industrial systems and organizations.

Program Description

The program focuses on manufacturing systems, automation, robotics, 3D-printing, and virtual reality. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and capabilities to use appropriate techniques, skills, and tools to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex problems in both engineering and management.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Engineering program in mechanical, electrical power, electronics, mechatronics, material science, industrial engineering, process engineering, or other equivalent majors.
• Minimum 25 credits in mathematics (equivalent to Mathematical Methods 1, 2, and 3).
• 5 credits in statistics.
• 7.5 ECTS in physics on a higher level is required, which can be covered by 7.5 credits in physics, building physics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and/or mechanics of materials.

Admission Capacity

The program has an admission capacity of 25 places.

Application Deadlines

• Nordic applicants: 15 April.
• EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 1 March.
• Non-EU/EEA applicants: 15 November.

Application Codes

• Nordic applicants: 4602.
• EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 7142.
• Non-EU/EEA applicants: 9007.

What Will You Learn?

The program provides knowledge, skills, and general competence in:

• Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing.
• Industrial Robotics.
• Optimization.
• Data Management.
• Computer Integrated and Virtual Manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma.
• Project Management.
• Production Logistics.
• Supply Chain Management.

Learning Outcomes

The aim of the program is to provide students with:

Knowledge:

• Broad knowledge within the academic field of mathematics, physics, and engineering.
• Specialized and relevant knowledge within the field of industrial engineering.
• Thorough knowledge of theories and methodologies that enhance industrial enterprise performance.
• Specialized knowledge on different industrial processes, especially related to manufacturing and relevant technologies.

Skills:

• Ability to analyze and deal critically with various sources of information.
• Ability to use existing theories and interpretations in the field of industrial engineering.
• Ability to use relevant methods in industrial engineering to perform research and development work.
• Ability to carry out an independent, limited research or development project.

Competence:

• Ability to analyze relevant academic, professional, and research ethical problems.
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills within industrial engineering.
• Ability to communicate about academic issues, analysis, and conclusions.
• Ability to contribute to new thinking and innovation processes.
• Ability to contribute to developing sustainable operations in manufacturing and logistics.

Job Prospectives

With a M.Sc. degree in Industrial Engineering, students will have excellent job opportunities in various industries, including:

• Manufacturing.
• Oil and gas.
• Business consulting.
• Transportation.
• Logistics and shipping.
• Research and development.

Degree Name

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering / 'Sivilingeniřr'.

Access to Further Studies

UiT Narvik has a Ph.D. education within the field of Engineering Science and Technology.

Program Structure

The study is 2 years long, with the possibility of an arranged course over 4 years for Norwegian/Nordic applicants.

Language of Instruction

English.

Teaching and Assessment

The program involves lectured courses and a high degree of problem-based education. Students are evaluated in both theoretical knowledge and engineering skills through written or oral exams, written reports, and presentation of project results.

Mandatory Safety Training

All students must complete mandatory safety training in health, security, and environment (HSE) before they are allowed access and given permission to work in laboratories, workshops, and the like.

Outgoing Exchange

Students have great possibilities to take some parts of the study program at other universities abroad, especially in connection with the final master thesis. UiT Narvik has active collaborations with other universities in countries like China, Japan, USA, Hungary, Sweden, Germany, and Spain.

Destinations for Studies Abroad

• Icam-Strasbourg Europe Campus, France.
• Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany.
• Linköping University, Sweden.
• Luleĺ University of Technology, Sweden.
• Riga Technical University, Latvia.
• Technical University of Munich, Germany.
• University of Bergamo, Italy.
• Southwest Jiaotong University, China.

University of Tromso: A Summary

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Overview:

UiT Norges arktiske universitet (University of Tromso) is a public university located in Tromso, Norway. It is known for its focus on Arctic research and education.