University of Hertfordshire

MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

The MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice at the University of Hertfordshire is a two-year Sandwich programme accredited by CIPS. It offers a systematic understanding of the field, covering logistics, operations strategy, and procurement. The course structure includes one year of taught modules and a subsequent year dedicated to practical experience in a professional setting.

A core feature is the compulsory professional work placement, lasting at least 30 weeks, which occurs after the initial taught modules. Students must secure their own placement, supported by the Careers team, and return to complete their MSc Individual Project. Learning methods combine face-to-face teaching with online resources and real-world case studies in modern facilities like the Spectra building.

Key highlights

  • Meets Engineering Council UK-SPEC professional engineering competence standards
  • Industry links with Samsung, BAE and Leonardo
  • Partners support course projects, industry talks and work placements
  • Extended professional practice adds a sandwich placement year
  • Graduates employed by organisations including GSK, Tesco and DHL

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include engineering discipline; or above

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000

  • Helen 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 £750

  • The 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

Careers this course leads to

  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Procurement Officer
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Logistics Manager
  • Operations Manager

Career opportunities

After completing the MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice from the University of Hertfordshire, students can pursue careers such as:

  • Supply Chain Analyst

  • Demand Planner

  • Buyer

  • Production Planner

  • Procurement Officer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice programme in the University of Hertfordshire is £22,450 which is subject to change yearly. 

Admission

Candidates should submit their applications to the university’s application portal. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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