Program Overview

Introduction to Systems Engineering Management MSc

The Systems Engineering Management MSc has been specifically designed for the needs of engineering professionals working in the field of complex systems development. The programme encompasses not only the technical tools and approaches needed to build success in this area, but also the management dimension of the relevant processes.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
• At least two years' experience working in an engineering/technology environment is expected.
• English language requirements: The English language level for this course is Level 2.

Course Overview

Students gain an integrated, interdisciplinary view of complex systems and an advanced understanding of the systems engineering process. They gain the ability to apply this process to a variety of real-world situations and the management skills necessary to facilitate the development of complex systems on time and within budget. The MSc programme requires the completion of eight 15-credit modules and one 60-credit module.

• The 15 credit modules include five compulsory taught modules, one option taught module, and two minor research modules: the Project Concept module and the Systems Engineering in Practice Module (SEIP).
• The 60-credit module is the final research module. It is recommended to choose one of Project Management or Leadership as the option module, although there are other alternatives.

Who This Course Is For

The programme is targeted at relatively experienced individuals in industry who are supported by their employer, from a range of careers including specialist design, engineering management, business development, production and support engineering, technical project managers, and engineering team leaders. Independent students with appropriate industrial experience will also be considered.

What This Course Will Give You

This MSc combines academic rigour with the practical expertise exemplified by our collaborators in UK industry and government. The programme combines lectures, group exercises and case studies to reinforce key points. Lecturers are experts in the field, many of whom have engaged in the practice of systems engineering in industry, and all of whom oversee research across a broad range of subjects relating to systems engineering, project management and technology management.

Employability

Complex systems are commonplace in many branches of UK industry including rail, aerospace, and manufacturing. The ability to create such systems effectively is crucial to the competitiveness of these industries and has a direct bearing on the wealth of the nation. Previous graduates have secured employment in the following sectors: energy, natural resources and the environment; IT, technology and telecoms; and manufacturing.

Networking

Our programmes attract students who are already in work from a variety of companies and sectors. There are opportunities during teaching events to discuss and compare experiences. In some modules we invite industry speakers as part of the teaching. Alongside the module teaching we have a Professional Skills development series which typically includes talks from industry professionals, from alumni now in work and industry visits.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

Teaching and Learning

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, discussion sessions, workshop activity, and project work. Each taught course will be separately assessed through a combination of course work and a written examination. The project will be assessed through written dissertation and subsequent oral examination. A taught module (15 credits) is assumed to require around 150 hours of study. This time is made up of formal learning and teaching events such as lectures, seminars and tutorials, as well as independent study.

Modules

• Compulsory modules:
  • Systems Thinking
  • Engineering Management
  • Lifecycle Management
  • Risk, Reliability, Resilience
  • The Business Environment
  • Systems Engineering in Practice
  • Project Management
  • Project Concept
  • Project Management Research Project
  • Systems Design
• Optional modules:
  • Project Management A
  • Delivering Complex Projects
  • Technology Strategy
  • Leadership
  • Transformation for Sustainability

Fees and Funding

• Fees for this course:
  • UK students: ｣25,300 (full-time), ｣12,650 (part-time)
  • International students: ｣46,700 (full-time), ｣23,350 (part-time)
• Additional costs:
  • For full-time and part-time offer holders with a fee status classification of UK, a fee deposit will be charged at 2.5% of the first year fee.
  • For full-time and part-time offer holders with a fee status classification of Overseas, a fee deposit will be charged at 10% of the first year fee.
  • For modular/flexible offer holders with a fee status classification of UK, a ｣350 deposit will be charged.
  • For modular/flexible offer holders with a fee status classification of Overseas, a ｣500 deposit will be charged.

Accessibility

The department will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences and mental health conditions. Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information about support available can be obtained from UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.