MSc Systems Engineering at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Master whole-system thinking for complex engineering challenges. In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, industry and government need the transdisciplinary approach of Systems Engineering to successfully create and sustain complex technical systems in tune with their environments. Our industrially experienced academics teach Model-Based Systems Engineering, supported by essential systems thinking skills.

Faculty: Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering | Department: Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering | Duration: 1 year full-time; 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc programme is structured into block-taught weeks, meaning you will engage in all learning and teaching on campus during a full week (Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm). Compulsory modules: Applied Systems Thinking, Systems Architecture, MSc Individual Project, Validation and Verification, Holistic Engineering, Group Systems Project.

Career pathways

Graduates of our Systems Engineering MSc will gain capabilities that are in global demand across a range of sectors and which can be applied to the challenges and issues posed by any complex system design and operation. Promotion within their company for sponsored students is common since the programme enables them to match higher job expectations and demands.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have a Bachelor’s honours degree, typically a 2:2 or above. Ideally, you should have an undergraduate degree in an engineering or physical science. We also welcome applications from mature students and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications. Applicants with academic qualifications that do not meet the standard entry criteria may be considered if they have significant relevant work experience. Ghana equivalents: first-class 65% / 3.4 GPA, 2:1 57% / 3.0 GPA, 2:2 50% / 2.5 GPA

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year (2027/28). Full-time degree per annum Source

International applicants: GBP 31,750 a year (2027/28). Full-time degree per annum Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 3 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/masters-degree/

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