MRes Railway Systems Integration at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Prepare for a successful career in top flight research and development with Railway Systems and Integration. Become an asset to businesses, companies and academic institutions worldwide, by providing them with advanced technical and research capabilities. Combine research and technical studies in a relevant railway systems or engineering subject.

Department: Railway Engineering | Duration: 55 weeks full-time or 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course consists of 180 credits. This comprises a 120 credit Research Project, plus three 20 credit-modules you are free to select. Modules include Business and People Management, Electrification and Traction Systems, Infrastructure and Rolling Stock Systems, Railway Control and Digital Systems, Railway Operations, Management and Planning, Systems Engineering and Ergonomics.

Career pathways

Become a sought-after talent in the railway and related industries, where your skills will drive the implementation of cutting-edge technologies and policies. Explore exciting opportunities for further research and development in both academic and commercial settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours Degree in a relevant subject (Physics, Engineering, Mathematics or Economics). English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 30,780 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Duration: 55 weeks full-time or 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=EPS063

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