MSc Industrial Internet of Things at University of West London

Programme overview

Designed for future engineers, technologists and innovators, learn how to design, implement, and manage next-generation industrial systems with our MSc Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The IIoT course offers a hardware-focused curriculum to give you hands-on experience with the physical technologies driving Industry 4.0 (the Fourth Industrial Revolution). You will explore how intelligent systems connect machines, data, and people to drive innovation and sustainability across various industries, including manufacturing, energy, transportation, agriculture, automotive, and healthcare.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Industrial Internet of Things course will establish the core principles of IIoT before progressing to more complex topics with an emphasis on sustainable IIoT applications. Modules include: Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT); Industrial Automation and Control Systems; Sensors and Actuators; Cloud and Edge Integration; Research Methods and Sustainable Engineering; Industrial Internet of Things Project; Networks and Systems Security; Artificial Intelligence.

Career pathways

Graduates of the MSc Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) course will be equipped with knowledge and skills that are in high demand across multiple industries, including manufacturing, automotive, agriculture, healthcare, energy and transportation. Job roles include: Systems Integration Engineer; Wireless Communication Engineer; Network Engineer (IoT); IoT Solutions Architect; Embedded Systems Engineer; Automation Engineer; Industrial IoT Consultant; Research and Development (R&D) Engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum requirement is an honours degree (2:1 or above) from a UK university or equivalent in Electronic, Computer Science or a similar degree. Candidates should have a strong background in Engineering and Computing principles. Applicants with other qualifications will be considered, provided they can demonstrate significant, relevant work experience and the ability to benefit fully from the course. Such applicants will be considered on an individual basis by interview. Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience. We look for students who show enthusiasm and a passion for the subject through previous study or professional experience. IELTS 6.5 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,200 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,750 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply-postgraduates

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