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Why choose this course? Leading large-scale systems engineering projects requires specialized skills not covered in standard engineering or business management curricula. Our MSc in Systems Engineering Management is designed to build leadership capabilities by equipping graduates to navigate complex management scenarios through systems thinking methodologies. You'll learn to tackle the intricate relationship between technical systems development and the human/organizational elements involved. While centered on engineered systems, the competencies you gain also apply to manufacturing operations and organizational systems. Our program resides in the Department of Design, Manufacturing & Engineering Management - the UK's sole department integrating comprehensive expertise across creative design, engineering, production, and systems management. We collaborate with industry leaders in systems engineering to deliver research-driven, cutting-edge instruction. These partnerships allow us to incorporate real-world challenges into your coursework, including industry-sponsored projects. Career prospects Engineering management merges technical knowledge with business strategy and project leadership, while systems engineering addresses the integration of complex systems and human factors in modern engineering initiatives. Sectors like aerospace, automotive, infrastructure, defense, and energy have identified systems engineering management as one of the most sought-after and scarce skill sets in today's job market. Graduates pursue roles such as: Systems Engineering Manager Systems Engineer Control Systems Engineer
Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant engineering, technology, science or business-related discipline.
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
TOEFL (ibt): 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 18.