BEng Engineering Management

Program Overview

The program focuses on project management, continuous improvement methodologies, and technological problem-solving, preparing graduates for careers in quality assurance, operations management, and project engineering. Graduates have a strong record of securing employment in the engineering sector, with employers including Rolls-Royce, Raytheon, and BAE Systems.

Program Outline

Engineering Management (4th year entry) - BEng (Hons)

Degree Overview:

The BEng (Hons) Engineering Management program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in engineering project management, continuous improvement, planning, and supervisory roles. The program focuses on developing technological problem-solving skills, coupled with organizational, planning, and management expertise. This allows graduates to oversee complex engineering projects from conception to completion. The program specializes in Project Management and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean and Six Sigma, within an Engineering context. Yellow Belt and Green Belt Lean Six Sigma courses accredited by the Institute of Six Sigma Professionals (ISSP) are offered throughout the program.

Outline:

Year 4:

• Modules:
• Advanced Project Management
• Engineering and Change Management
• Quality Improvement Methodologies
• Prototyping and Product Testing
• Industrial Troubleshooting
• Operations Management
• Renewable Energy
• Health and Safety
• Industrial Projects (Group and Individual)
• Structure:
• The program consists of a single year of study.
• Students will typically take two modules per term.
• Emphasis is placed on practical work and group projects.

Assessment:

• Methods:
• A combination of coursework, examinations, and group projects.
• Major project work focuses on investigating a topic of interest and conducting industry visits to validate the project proposal.
• Criteria:
• Assessments are designed to evaluate students' understanding of theoretical concepts and their application to real-world engineering challenges.

Teaching:

• Methods:
• A combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical laboratory work.
• Focus on actively engaging students in the learning process.
• Group projects encourage collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Faculty:
• Experienced and qualified academics with expertise in Engineering Management and related fields.
• Strong industry connections and research experience.
• Unique Approaches:
• The program incorporates industry visits and guest speakers to provide real-world insights.
• Use of industry-standard facilities for practical work.
• Emphasis on developing employability skills.

Careers:

• Career opportunities:
• Quality assurance and control
• Operations and maintenance management
• Facilities management
• Health and safety
• Teaching
• Environmental management
• Project engineer
• Employers:
• Blue-chip companies including Rolls-Royce, Raytheon, Cummins, Thales, and BAE Systems.
• Education sector (secondary school teachers and lecturers)

Other:

• The program is also available as a part-time option for students who wish to balance their studies with work or other commitments.
• The program is professionally accredited, ensuring its relevance to industry needs.
• Graduates have a strong record of securing employment in the engineering sector.

Scottish £1,820 cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS ) All other UK & Republic of Ireland £9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750 Channel Islands & Isle of Man £9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750 International (all other EU plus Non-EU) £18,000 per year of study

Modular Tuition Fees (20-credit points) 2024-25

Scottish £305 per module (20 credits) All other UK & Republic of Ireland £1,550 per module (20 credits) Channel Islands & Isle of Man £1,550 per module (20 credits) International (all other EU plus Non-EU) £3,000 per module (20 credits)