MSc Systems Engineering Management at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An MSc developing the capability to manage complexity in large systems engineering programmes and projects, applying systems thinking to people, process, information and technology. Based in the only UK department combining creative design, engineering design, manufacture and management, with industry partners in global companies.

What you will study

Compulsory classes and a choice of two options, covering systems decomposition and integration, management of complexity and uncertainty in socio-technical systems, lifecycle processes, and verification and validation. An industrial group project and an individual project with dissertation complete the degree.

Career pathways

Industries including aerospace, automotive, civil and construction, defence, electronics, infrastructure and power generation seek systems engineering management skills. Example job titles include Systems Engineering Manager, Systems Engineer and Control Systems Engineer.

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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: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement); other recognised English tests are accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2027/28). Home fee status, Scotland and England, Wales and Northern Ireland, same fee. Part-time study is normally charged per year at 50% of the full-time fee for Scotland/rest of UK students. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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