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Engineering

Postgraduate Pathway in Engineering

Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this Master’s degree will encourage creative thinking and the development of engineering leadership skills.


Duration

  • One or two semesters

Intakes

  • September
  • January
  • May

Entry Points

  • Pre-Master’s
Entry Requirements Apply Today

Progression Degrees

Modules

One-Semester Pre-Master's

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study

During this module, you will learn advanced skills in topics such as:

  • Public speaking
  • Writing techniques and language styles
  • Research and referencing techniques.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Management

This module will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to run a business. There is a focus on organisational management and business as a transformational process, with an introduction to elements of HRM, marketing and entrepreneurship.

Two-Semester Pre-Master's

Semester 1

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study

During this module, you will learn advanced skills in topics such as:

  • Public speaking
  • Writing techniques and language styles
  • Research and referencing techniques.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

ICT Skills for Postgraduate Study

You will develop a range of ICT skills for research purposes and postgraduate study – including the presentation of data and using essential tools in Microsoft Word.

Semester 2

Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study

You will learn how to critically assess arguments and evidence from a range of academic sources, as well as gaining an understanding of effective critical reading at postgraduate level.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Management

This module will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to run a business. There is a focus on organisational management and business as a transformational process, with an introduction to elements of HRM, marketing and entrepreneurship.

Industry-standard Facilities

Birmingham School of Engineering and the Built Environment is based on BCU’s City Centre Campus, opposite the multi-million-pound HS2 development. Take a look at where you will be studying and the facilities available to you.

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