Defence Simulation and Modelling MSc at Cranfield University

This course addresses the design, development, procurement, use and management of models and simulations for applications in a defence context of experimentation, training, testing, analysis and assessment of military forces, systems and equipment. Its focus is on the battlespace and operational level, rather than the engineering level. The application of modelling and simulation continues to enhance and transform both systems development and training. It allows representation of increasingly complex equipment, systems and scenarios for the purposes of decision support and helps to reduce wear on live equipment and on test and training areas.

Faculty: Defence  |  Duration: MSc: one year full-time, up to three years part-time; PgDip: up to one year full-time, up to two years part-time; PgCert: up to one year full-time, up to two years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September (Full and part-time) / January (Part-time only)  |  Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Delivery: Assessment is 60% by coursework and 40% dissertation. Compulsory modules: Introductory Studies, Foundations of Modelling and Simulation, Modelling and Simulation Acquisition and Techniques, Real Time Graphics, War Gaming and Combat Modelling, Synthetic Environments and Virtual Simulation, Experimentation Analysis and Trials for Simulation, Weapon System Performance Assessment, Networked and Distributed Simulation, Advanced Module 1, Advanced Module 2, Advanced Module 3.

Career pathways

This qualification will equip you for simulation-specific appointments within the armed forces or government, or in the defence related activities of commercial organisations.

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