MSc Manufacturing Management
Course overview
This 18-month, full-time master's course offers students a strong, systematic understanding of how to manage modern manufacturing effectively. It focuses its attention on important areas like product design, sustainable materials, smart manufacturing, and applying lean process design.
This programme aims to provide students with the technical knowledge and practical expertise needed to become recommendable professionals in manufacturing management. Learning involves lectures, case studies, and practical work, with assessments including written assignments and group projects.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement, stating their reasons for applying for the course and relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to display their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need at least a second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) in an engineering discipline or an appropriate science.
- Alternatively, a different degree will be acceptable if the student has appropriate work experience or holds an equivalent professional qualification.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must have a score of 6.5 overall in IELTS with no less than 5.5 in any section or submit equivalent test scores. If an applicant does not have the required English level, they may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of this MSc Manufacturing Management from the University of Hertfordshire are prepared for specialist roles in manufacturing and related supply chain industries, with career paths including:
- Production Manager
- Operations Manager
- Quality Control Manager
- Process Improvement Specialist
- Lean Manufacturing Specialist
Cost of study
The full-time tuition fee for international students joining the MSc Manufacturing Management at the University of Hertfordshire is £17,950. This fee is subject to annual change by the university.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's application portal. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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