MSc Systems Engineering

The MSc Systems Engineering course at the University of Portsmouth is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of systems engineering. It equips individuals with the critical thinking and technical skills needed to design, analyse, and manage complex engineering systems across various industries.

It is particularly suitable for individuals who aim to broaden their knowledge and further equip themselves with the necessary skills. They can tailor their learning with a range of specialist modules offered by the university, such as Systems Thinking, Model-Based Systems Engineering, and Engineering Management.

This programme adopts a learning method that combines taught sessions (lectures, seminars, etc.) and independent study with practical sessions. The MSc Systems Engineering at the University of Portsmouth offers an optional placement year when students gain real-world experience working with companies. Assessments come through examinations, coursework, group projects, etc.

The University of Portsmouth was established in 1992 and is situated in Hampshire, UK. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a variety of disciplines, including business, engineering, science, law, and technology.

The institution's courses are approved by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), and it is accredited by organisations like the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

These are the standard entry requirements to study an MSc Systems Engineering at the University of Portsmouth:

International applicants must obtain the ATAS to qualify for this programme.

Grade requirements:

• Applicants should have a second-class honours degree or its equivalent in any discipline.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study MSc Systems Engineering at the University of Portsmouth is £19,200 per year of study.

For international students, the University of Portsmouth offers several funding options. Self-funding students are eligible to apply for the Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which is given out based on merit. This reduces the first year's tuition by £5,000.

With an MSc Systems Engineering from the University of Portsmouth, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:

• Systems Engineer
• Systems Integration Specialist
• Requirements Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• Engineering Consultant

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.