MSc Engineering Management
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: One Year
- Start Date: September 2025 and January 2026
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With our MSc in Engineering Management, you're not just earning a degree; you're unlocking pathways to success in operations management, automation, and robotics. Our programme isn't just about what you learn in the classroom; it's about the real-world skills you acquire and the networks you build.
Whether you aspire to improve processes through quality engineering techniques or drive efficiency through process improvement strategies, this programme equips you with the tools to turn your ambitions into achievements.
During your time on the MSc Engineering Management programme, you’ll be taught by a dedicated team of academics, with extensive industry and research experience and knowledge. The course curriculum is designed in consultation with the school’s Industry Advisory Board (IAB), whereby industry experts ensured its relevance to current market needs.
Our campus is perfectly placed for us to stay connected. Not only are we centred in the heart of Buckinghamshire, we are also only 30 minutes away from London and Oxford. As well as this we are lucky to have industry-leading companies right on our doorstep. This includes Formula 1 motorsport businesses at the Silverstone Technology Cluster and space related industries at the Westcott Space Cluster. BNU engineering students could have the opportunity to link with some of these high-tech industries.
As part of the School of Engineering and the Built Environment you'll benefit from our academic partnership CABE (Chartered Association of Building Engineers).
During your time on the course you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art and brand-new Engineering and the Built Environment facilities, including;
- Mechanical/Structural Lab, to include different Structural Test kits that will measure Deflection of Beams & Cantilevers, Bending Stress and Bending Moments etc.
- Materials and Manufacturing Lab, to include 3D Metal Printer, Hardness Tester, Universal Tensile Testing, Impact Tester, Milling and Drill machines
- Fluids and Hydraulics Lab, to include Digital Hydraulic Bench, Axial Flow Pump, Recirculating Flume, Hydro-electric Turbine and Surface Tension Balance.
- Process and Energy Lab to include HVAC unit, Air Conditioning Trainer, Process Trainer, Wind Turbine Dynamics and Photovoltaic Cells
- Concrete & Geotechnical Testing Lab, to include Slump Test, Concrete Density, Porosity, Flexural and Compression Testing, Soil Shear, Grading and Moisture Tests.
- Electrical and Electronics Lab, to include Power and Energy Electronics, Modern Electrical Machine Systems, Three Phase Power Systems
- Automation Lab to include Dobot Smart Industry 4.0 Workstation, pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, PLC systems
- Immersive Virtual Reality Lab to include 3D interactive screen for virtual learning environment
- CAD Lab to include high spec computers for engineering design and simulation
This programme runs as both a full-time and part-time course, with part-time structured across a two-year span, so you can fit it around your other commitments outside of study.
At the heart of our program lies a promise of boundless career opportunities and advancement. Picture yourself leading engineering teams in advanced manufacturing environments, spearheading projects that push the boundaries of innovation.
Employers increasingly seek professionals who possess both technical engineering knowledge and strong managerial skills. With an MSc in Engineering Management, upon graduation you’ll be equipped to pursue leadership roles in various industries, including manufacturing, technology, construction, and consulting.
What will I study?
The MSc in Engineering Management offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in today's complex engineering environments. Through a blend of theoretical coursework and practical applications, you’ll explore key topics such as engineering project management, supply chain management, and lean engineering principles.
As well as this you’ll learn how to effectively plan, execute, and monitor engineering projects while optimizing resources and minimizing waste. You’ll investigate advanced manufacturing techniques and gain insights into sustainable practices and ethical considerations within the engineering industry, preparing you to be able to address pressing global challenges while upholding principles of environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Through industry driven projects, and collaborations, you'll dive deep into the practical side of engineering management. You’ll gain hands-on experience through case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios commonly encountered in the workplace.
During your time studying with us you’ll also delve into essential concepts in operations management, automation, and robotics, providing students with a deep understanding of how to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and leverage emerging technologies to drive innovation.
Quality engineering and process improvement techniques are also emphasized, enabling you to identify and address inefficiencies, enhance product quality, and ensure continuous improvement within engineering systems.
The School of Engineering and the Built Environment at BNU has a growing network of engineering industries. Students will have opportunities to work and learn from industry professionals through networking events, industry-focused projects, and guest lectures. These connections can lead to job opportunities, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, enhancing graduates' employability in the long term.
Upon graduation you’ll emerge as versatile leaders capable of navigating the complexities of modern engineering enterprises and making meaningful contributions to their organizations and society.
We believe that BNU fills a vital role in providing further education. Instron has had a long-term relationship with the University. We regularly hire apprentices and graduates in many different disciplines. From the workshop to marketing, some have stayed on to become valuable members of our team.Peter Fuller Sales and Applications Engineer at Instron.
How will I be taught and assessed?
During your time on the Engineering Management masters, you’ll experience a range of active teaching methods and authentic assessment strategies, with an emphasis on both practical and traditional teaching approaches.
You’ll also have opportunities to put your knowledge learnt in lectures and tutorials to practice In laboratory sessions and during a range of practical activities.
Traditional forms of assessment include;
- Written assignments
- Report
- Portfolio and digital models
- In-class assignments
- Computer-based test
- Set Presentations (for example, poster and oral)
- Proposal
- Dissertation
On this Engineering programme, you’ll study in a close-knit tutor group where everyone’s input is recognised and valued. Not only will you make friends for life, but you’ll also make important connections that will last through your career, and you’ll form a network, just like you’d find in the working-world.
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Why choose a career in Engineering?
Engineering is one of the fastest growing and broadest sectors within the UK, meaning it is crucial to our economy and critical that employers find graduates who are ready to step into hands-on and innovative roles.
What are the course entry requirements?
An appropriate engineering or science undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) or an equivalent professional qualification or significant industrial and professional experience.
If English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall or equivalent.
Please note every application is considered on an individual basis.
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
What are the tuition fees
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Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £10,990 per year *
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £15,500 per year *
Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.
Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  
Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  
Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  
We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.
The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.
What are my career prospects?
Throughout your time with us we’ll support you on the route to your chosen career. We’ll help you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders. We also help you find employment after graduation. Have a look at our Careers and Employability pages to find out more.
A postgraduate degree in Engineering Management opens doors to a wide array of career opportunities that may not be accessible with just an undergraduate degree.
Employers increasingly seek professionals who possess both technical engineering knowledge and strong managerial skills. With an MSc in Engineering Management, graduates are equipped to pursue leadership roles in various industries, including;
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Construction
- and consulting.
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