Program Overview
The Professional Engineering at University of Derby is a MSc programme in Engineering over 36 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Postgraduate Certificate: You will need to complete three x 20 credit modules
- Postgraduate Diploma: You\x92ll need to complete two core 20 credit modules and select one optional 20 credit modules
- MSc: you will need to complete a triple module worth 60 credits.
- Applied Research Methods in Engineering
- Negotiated Advanced Technical Module
- Negotiated Module (Environmental and Ethical Responsibility)
- CPD and Strategic Management
- Negotiated Module (Commercial and Technical Leadership)
- Negotiated Module (Problem Solving and Innovation in Technology)
- Independent Scholarship (Technology)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will require:
- BSc/BEng(Hons) degree which is accredited for either IEng or as part of CEng
- Minimum of two years\xc2\x92 relevant industrial or engineering experience
- Employment within a relevant engineering role
If you don\xc2\x92t have a degree or an accredited degree, we can consider your application if supported by significant industrial experience within the engineering sector.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,965 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Derby directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Derby
University of Derby
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Derby is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2008-09-17
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
