MSc Engineering Management for Process Excellence at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An MSc that combines process performance with strategic business analysis to build an understanding of operational issues in engineering industries. It suits graduates broadening a technological degree or moving into engineering management, with a focus on techniques for production and operational effectiveness.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Department of Design, Manufacturing & Engineering Management | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time (September start only) | Intake: September and January | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Management of Technology & Innovation, Supply Chain Operations, Enterprise Resource Planning, Total Quality Management, Fundamentals of Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, Digital Manufacturing & Smart Products and Systems Thinking & Modelling (10 credits each). The course includes a 40-credit Postgraduate Group Project and a 60-credit Postgraduate Individual Project.

Career pathways

Production and operations management, engineering management, project engineering management and management consultancy in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, construction, manufacturing and oil and gas.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant engineering, technology, science or business-related discipline. International applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can enter via the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (university standard for postgraduate study).

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate; Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate Source

Intake: September and January

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time (September start only)

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